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Quick fixes threaten macro-stability
September 20, 2017
As India’s growth slows, the market is likely to crank up calls for stimulus. But we think that the costs of targeting faster growth via fiscal or monetary policy are likely to outweigh the benefits.
Taiwan and ASEAN: A step closer
September 19, 2017
There is plenty of room for Taiwan to diversify from China to Southeast Asia; we assess the opportunities and risks in the ASEAN market – looking at growth prospects, labour resources, and macroecono...
Q4 Outlook: Enduring myths
September 07, 2017
The myth that Asia is still dependent on the US for growth needs to be popped; it won’t be long, we believe.
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Weak risk appetite keeps markets on edge
September 26, 2017
With the Indian government having failed to outline a much anticipated stimulus package this week, pressure is mounting on the central bank to ease rates next week, but it is unlikely to oblige.
Another strong showing in industrial output
September 26, 2017
The headline industrial production index for August is likely to register an expansion of 14.3% year-on-year. While this is a moderation from 21% in July, it is still a solid performance.
Can Abe’s stimulus buy enough votes?
September 26, 2017
It is no surprise that Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe’s call for a snap election been accompanied by a fiscal stimulus pledge. Nonetheless, his party will still face significant challenges.
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Euro snaps two-day rally
September 25, 2017
The common currency slides early Monday morning on Merkel's marred victory
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China Retail Property: Don’t underestimate rental upside
September 07, 2017
While retail space in China is set to increase over the next couple of years, we think that the risk of oversupply is overstated; we analyse the trends and dynamics which we believe would prop up ret...
Q4 Outlook: Enduring myths
September 07, 2017
The myth that Asia is still dependent on the US for growth needs to be popped; it won’t be long, we believe.
Oil price: Rebalancing underway
August 25, 2017
We have lowered our 2017 Brent crude oil price forecast by US$5 per barrel due to higher-than-expected US shale production. But we remain positive on rebalancing in 2H17 and into 2018.