Asia
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?