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Geopolitics
The world economy this year: Not so scary after all
Policymakers in southeast Asia have done well in building the region’s resilience against the potential negatives.
January 04, 2023
Singapore economy
Yes to caution, no to pessimism
The coming year may well be full of unexpected twists and turns. But with the right strategies, Singapore can still prosper.
December 16, 2022
SE Asian economies
Thailand: Will the Land of Smiles smile again?
There are some signs political factions are more prepared to set aside their differences
November 17, 2022
Geopolitics
What does Xi Jinping's new China mean for Southeast Asia?
We need to find niches of demand in China where China will still need value-added stuff produced in the region.
November 03, 2022
Global Economy
How vulnerable are Asian economies as more financial shocks erupt?
We are in for a tumultuous time in the global economy and in financial markets.
October 06, 2022
Singapore Budget
Singapore Budget 2022: A highly consequential budget
Judgements have to be made on revenues and the potential demands on spending in the midst of great uncertainty
February 10, 2022
Global Economy
Economic recovery could still surprise despite Omicron spike
"The eventual rebound in global activity will be much stronger than expected": Bhaskaran.
January 13, 2022
Asean
Could Thailand deliver an upside surprise in 2022?
The economic revival this time is likely to be sustained, as it is underpinned by a variety of factors.
November 25, 2021
Asean
Can Southeast Asia's economy bounce back in spite of current weaknesses?
Is the Southeast Asia region going to perennially be the place where hope rises every now and then, only to be dashed?
August 19, 2021
Emerging Markets
Emerging Asian markets' fundamentals do not justify a de-rating
Here are four good reasons why emerging Asiais better-positioned today to deal with the likely turbulence in markets than in 2013.
June 25, 2021