Inflation in Thailand rises slightly in December, driven by food and fuel
Average inflation for 2024 was 0.40%, within government's target range of 0.2-0.8%.
Squeezed by inflation, Bangladeshis seek refuge in mini-packs
Due to high inflation, many people are switching from standard washing powder brands to cheaper brands. This is happening across all FMCG categories.
Indonesia’s inflation touches historic low in December
Indonesia’s consumer price index rose 1.57 percent over the course of 2024, marking the slowest yearly increase since Statistics Indonesia first published the economic indicator…
For Bangladesh’s poor, inflation means a daily struggle
For the country's working poor, each day begins with a painful negotiation as essentials like sugar and cooking oil climb ever higher in price: What can be sacrificed? What can…
Thai Finance Minister and central bank agree on inflation target of 1-3%
MoU between the two provides for regular consultations and coordination on fiscal and monetary policies.
Singapore core inflation extends decline to 1.9% in November
Core inflation, which strips out private transport and accommodation costs to better reflect the expenses of households here, fell to 1.9 per cent year on year, from 2.1 per cent…
Malaysian special Parliamentary committee draws up recommendations to ease rising cost of living
The body cited monopolies and cartels to be among the main reasons behind the increased prices of goods.
Lao government to increase allowances for civil servants amid rising cost of living
Similarly, the ministry will also implement a policy to support employees and civil servants, retired employees and disabled employees whose minimum basic salary is less than…
Concern over rising haj costs
For the B40 group (low-income group), the payment will rise from RM12,356 in 2024 to RM15,000.
Holiday cheer on a budget: Filipinos tighten belts for Christmas as costs rise
Six storms battered parts of the Philippines in October and November alone, and Filipinos still reeling in the aftermath of the natural disasters are forced to tighten their belts…