Asia

Airlines' profits expected to reach $31.4b in 2017

Asia Pacific will contribute $7.4b to the industry total.

Airlines' profits expected to reach $31.4b in 2017

Asia Pacific will contribute $7.4b to the industry total.

China records highest number of tech IPOs

Eighteen technology IPOs raised a total of US$5.8b in Q1.

Three main drivers of Chinese overseas expansion

Investments will grow in frequency, but with smaller average deal sizes.

Consumer spending in Malaysia to increase 5.8% in 2017

It will grow at an annual average of 5.3% between 2017-2021.

ASEAN countries' GDP growth rates to hit 3-8% over the next 5 years

Their CAGR will hit 5.1% from 2017 to 2021 collectively.

Malaysia's GDP grows 5.6% in 1Q17

Thanks to private consumption’s upside surprise.

Southeast Asia to lead auto sales growth in Asia

Growth forecast in Southeast Asia is 8.1%.

Weak yuan to pose risks on Asian currencies

Singapore dollar seen appreciating gradually due to sound fiscal outlook.

Thai government approves US$5.4b budget for rural spending

It's the first major budget intended to boost growth outside Bangkok.

More consumers in Asia Pacific becoming late-paying clients: survey

2 in 5 collection managers say more consumers are paying 60-days past-due.

Myanmar's foreign investment inflow could be dragged by unrest: Moody's

This could make it harder for Myanmar to finance its current account deficit.

India's incentives for digital payment to benefit banks

Reduction in cost to income ratio over time is expected.

Private involvement in China's upcoming PPPs to stay limited

The current 58% uptake doesn't reflect 'genuine' investor interest, says analyst.

South Korean banks face increased performance uncertainty: Fitch

Blame it on higher credit costs from ongoing restructuring.