Economy
Current China slowdown pales to 2008 crisis: Fitch
Current China slowdown pales to 2008 crisis: Fitch
A close look at the HSBC Flash PMI index shows it has declined but not as severely as the last recession.
Here's why enterprise is the key to international success
In recent years, Singapore’s popular press has been all over the immigration debate - painting an entire gallery of pictures. Ageing workforces, a...
India’s GDP growth falls to 5.3%
It is the weakest growth pace in eight years amidst supply constraints.
Korea's inflation slowdown provides breather for BOK
The Bank of Korea, though taking a wait-and-see approach, is given leeway to ease monetary policy to support growth.
Taiwan's growth forecast cut to 2%
This is amidst weakness in overseas demand and the deterioration of trade competitiveness, says DBS.
Euro crisis getting worse than one could ever imagine
Will Asia find a scapegoat when the terror strikes?
Foreign Affairs Ministry suspends Chief of Protocol
Lim Cheng Hoe was removed from duties over allegations of improper claims for expenses incurred during overseas trips, says Bloomberg.
Lower inflation forecast for Malaysia
It is said to be the country with the best inflation profile right now.
Asia gets incredibly expensive for expats
So where does Singapore stand in the rankings?
Chart of the Day: Trade related services turn sluggish
DBS says trade related services segments were affected by external headwinds.
Tax-deductible donations peak to 10-year high
Donations reached a record-breaking $896m in 2011 as corporations redoubled their efforts to charitable giving.
Singapore shockingly a more expensive location than Paris and Berlin
But in the Asia rankings of the most expensive locations for international assignees, Singapore is overtaken by Beijing and Shanghai.
High inflation and low GDP growth worsens outlook in Taiwan
Hikes in fuel and electricity prices led to a CPI of 1.6%, throwing the Taiwan central bank at a tight juncture between low growth and high inflation...
Borrowings by self-employed Koreans could threaten bank stability
More Koreans are loaning to pay for their living expenses, with the self-employed incurring much higher debt than households in general.
Singapore welcomes Mexico to Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations
MTI is confident Mexico will contribute positively to the TPP’s aim of a high-ambitioned and comprehensive trade agreement.
Bad news ahead for Taiwan
More downgrades by market analysts are expected as exports orders likely to have declined.
Chinese president endorses policy easing
Recent remarks from President Hu backing a broad-based policy easing signals a strong likelihood for new growth-stimulating measures.
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