Economy
China's HSBC flash PMI inched higher to 49.1
China's HSBC flash PMI inched higher to 49.1
Thanks to production's and new orders sub-indexes' improvements.
Singapore GDP feared to grow below trend at 3% in 2013
Inflation may drop to 3.3%.
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.
Brace yourselves for another disappointing industrial production index
Which sector is the culprit this time?
Beware the curse of full-employment Singapore economy
Tight labour market feeds into higher wages and service costs, says CIMB.
Higher than expected inflation in September justifies MAS' hawkish stance: CIMB
inflation rose 4.7% in Sept above 4.3% consensus.
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.
Upward pressures in food prices loom over the next few months
Blame it on weather-related supply disruptions.
Record high COE premiums trigger sudden inflation spike
COE premiums at $83,600, seriously?
Vietnam to miss 5.2% economic growth target
A government official warned that slow exports and constrained domestic consumption will continue.
Indonesia foreign direct investment soars to $5.9bn
The 22% increase was a record holder.
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.
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