Economy

Check out IMF's fearless forecasts for Asian economies

The International Monetary Fund expects Singapore to grow by just 2.1%.

25bps cut in overnight borrowing rate looms over Philippines

It's a 'logical move' to ascertain competitiveness in the country's export segment.

Thailand exports edged up a measly 0.2%

But still, economy is thankful to a 58% jump in jewelry shipments.

Beware the curse of full-employment Singapore economy

Tight labour market feeds into higher wages and service costs, says CIMB.

Philippine economy eyes 6-7% growth in 2013

Central Bank's deputy governor said they may be room for policy stimulus.

Indonesia gets go-ahead for 2013 budget

The budget signals possible adjustments in fuel and electricity subsidies.

Malaysia must hurdle debt-to-GDP ratio woes

Trade Minister warned that it should not exceed the 55% ceiling mark.

Inflation accelerates as transport cost rises to nine-month high

Higher COE premiums and petrol pump prices were the main culprits.

Vietnam to miss 5.2% economic growth target

A government official warned that slow exports and constrained domestic consumption will continue.

Bank of Thailand kicks off new rules to 'protect' currency

Companies will be listed in the local stock market to purchase overseas securities and derivatives.

Japan's exports tumble 10.3%

Blame it on exports to China decling by 14.1% and the recent diplomatic spat between the two.