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World economy will grow a paltry 2.7% in 2012

Onslaught of corporate insolvencies also predicted by Euler Hermes.

World economy will grow a paltry 2.7% in 2012

Onslaught of corporate insolvencies also predicted by Euler Hermes.

No more double-digit growth for China exports

HSBC sees a prolonged drag as external demand continues its precipitous slide.

Monetary easing in China starting to work: HSBC

Money supply growth is on the rebound and further easing measures are still in the pipeline.

Taiwan technical recession looms with latest exports tumble

December exports expanded only 0.6% yoy from an already slow 1.3 growth in November.

Gloomy outlook for Chinese exports

As the country’s export growth is expected to plummet to 10% in 2012, a mere half of its growth in 2011.

Private equity-backed buyout deals and exits drop in Q4 2011

Amidst tightening credit conditions and a reluctance from fund managers to invest in the current climate, deal and exit flow will continue to be subdued in coming months.

Hong Kongers ranked the rudest to tourists in the world

Hong Kongers better lighten up as 60% of passers-by did not offer help to tourists.

Indonesia and Thailand to lead growth in Southeast Asia: HSBC

This as one of the two countries bounces back from a natural disaster.

Liquidity in Asia generally weaker: Moody’s

Asia’s debt capital markets aren’t as mature, says Moody’s, and companies rely more on local bank markets for funding.

Taiwan’s inflation surges to 2% in December

The country’s inflation surprised on the downside as food prices spiked 5%.

India services rally is half-victory: HSBC

Service sector grew for second straight month but inflation is still a lurking threat.

Thailand’s economy still hurting from floods

The country’s inflation is expected to jump 4% in December.

Korea’s inflation ends 2011 on a bad note

The country’s inflation remained stubbornly high, up 4% in December.

India begins public consultation on Cable TV digitalization

Shift from analog technology now a step closer with stakeholder dialogue.

South Korea could face negative ratings with Kim Jong-Il death

A turbulent political succession in North Korea will heighten its financial and security risks.

India continues its battle with inflation

Even if inflation eased to 9% in November, it's still a chellenge as it has remained above 5% for the past 2 years.

China's top economic concern now growth not inflation

What are Beijing's five priority policies for economic expansion in 2012?