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Assessing Moon’s first 100 days in office
August 17, 2017
Korean President Moon Jae-in’s government is pushing ahead with domestic policies to boost incomes and reduce inequality, in line with his campaign pledges. But we see some risks ahead.
Strong INR raises questions
August 07, 2017
From what’s driving it to what authorities may do. It also poses a headwind for exports and manufacturing growth but we believe other factors can mitigate the impact.
USD is becoming oversold
August 01, 2017
The USD has not been able to appreciate in spite of three Fed hikes since December 2016. But the USD could find support soon.
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Balancing the buffer
August 22, 2017
India’s record high foreign reserves are set to rise further in the months ahead. The central bank has been active in the spots and the forwards to minimise the immediate impact on liquidity.
Eyes on trade data ahead
August 22, 2017
We reckon that the upward risks to our Thai GDP projections have not changed significantly following the 2Q17 data release. Much will depend on how strong export growth fares in 2H17.
Inflation eases in Malaysia
August 22, 2017
While food inflation will remain elevated, transport inflation is still the main driver and will moderate over the next few months.
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The dollar endures see-saw trading
August 21, 2017
Investors grapple with Donald Trump's economic agenda and Steve Bannon's White House exit
US stocks end lower
August 21, 2017
Concerns remain over Trump's ability to deliver on economic plans
Featured Publications
Thai Power: Excess Supply Lingers
July 17, 2017
Given the current oversupply situation, including the capacity under development, we believe investment opportunities in Thailand’s power sector are limited.
China Pork: A meaty task to meet demand
July 04, 2017
Rising incomes and urbanisation would drive Chinese consumers towards a diet based more heavily on animal protein. We take a look at the pork industry, which would be enjoying both steady growth and ...
Q3: Forging ahead
June 08, 2017
Everything in the economy is back to normal. Best plan on one hike per quarter through mid-2019, with the risk that the Federal Reserve has to up the pace before then.