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Manu Bhaskaran
Singapore economy
Managing Singapore’s national savings in a troubled world
The one thing that tiny Singapore has global scale in is the sheer size of its national savings, which play a crucial role.
August 16, 2024
Global Markets
When, oh when, will the stock market be revived?
If Singapore is serious about being a global financial centre we need a stronger equity research and enhanced financial media
June 20, 2024
Global Economy
Global economy: glass half full or half empty?
Our region has weathered an actual sharp rise in US rates fairly well
June 06, 2024
Global Economy
Asian currencies can withstand a rampant US dollar
There are good grounds for confidence in an eventual rebound in Asia
May 09, 2024
Geopolitics
How have risks changed in Southeast Asia?
The improved dynamics in the US-China relationship will reduce the risks of major geopolitical disturbances in our region
April 25, 2024
Asean
Is Vietnam losing its shine?
With so much at stake, there is a strong incentive for Vietnam to end this political uncertainty
March 26, 2024
Geopolitics
The return of global imbalances that could hurt Asia
This region must expect more determined nationalistic calls for protectionism no matter who is the next US president
February 29, 2024
Asean
Are the risks really so bad for the Asean region?
Asean region has a lot going for it but there certainly are risks, which we must not downplay
February 15, 2024