Russia’s economy picks up early this year on multiple factors
Russia’s economy accelerated at the start of the year on the back of strong consumer demand, investment and exports, as…
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Argentina defeats hedge fund suits over warrants
Argentina has won the dismissal of lawsuits by Aurelius Capital Management and other hedge funds seeking payment on securities tied…
Suzuki warns of action against excessive yen volatility again
Japanese Finance Minister Shunichi Suzuki says authorities are ready to take appropriate action against excessive exchange rate volatility, repeating his…
Positive outlook for sector on tech upcycle
The positive outlook for Malaysia’s manufacturing sector remains intact despite activity staying below the growth threshold for the first quarter…
Govt expects global cocoa price hike to impact domestic industry soon
Indonesia expects a surge in the global price of cocoa may soon affect domestic food and beverage producers, with the…
Thailand records nine million foreign tourists in first quarter
Thailand welcomed 9,370,297 overseas visitors between Jan 1 and March 31, a 44% jump year-on-year, the Tourism and Sports Ministry…
M’sian equities may see mid-term consolidation
Fund managers believe that the local equity market is set for some tightening over the coming months, despite the indirect…
Consumer prices increase over 3% for second month in March
South Korea’s inflation stayed over 3% for the second consecutive month in March on record prices of fruits and rising…
Bank Indonesia steps in as rupiah dips to four-year low on bond outflow
Bank Indonesia has intervened in the currency market to steady the rupiah after it fell to a four-year low amid…