The ‘hot’ story behind the high chilli prices
While media reports have shown traders' syndicates being blamed for the price hike, this is not entirely true.
S. Korea’s crypto dispute deepens
Lawmakers must fully disclose crypto trades and make the right move, notes the paper.
Export dip calls for demand, spending boost
The writer says that policy steps to sustain the sound momentum of economic activity should be implemented to good effect.
Korea and the global competition for labour
The writer says that to compete in the global race for labour, South Korea needs to become a place where people can put down roots and build rewarding lives for themselves and…
IMF report on Pakistan loan is a damning indictment of Shehbaz Sharif govt’s economic policies
The paper says it is a foregone conclusion that the next government will need another, longer-term IMF programme to resolve structural challenges and meet high external debt…
China not in deflation zone
The writer says that even though China's economic output potential has been constrained by unwarranted external factors, the country's economic recovery continues amid headwinds.
The surge in power tariffs will burden businesses and citizens, leading to fresh bout of inflation
With the economy reeling because of the balance-of-payments crisis, high energy prices and soaring inflation, several industries have shut down or slashed production to reduce…
Pakistan must act on its economic crisis through structural reforms or suffer due to inaction
The paper says Pakistan stands at a critical juncture in its history: it can turn its economic crisis into an opportunity, or suffer on account of inaction.
Abnormal surge in chilli prices is market regulation at its worst
The paper says the spike in chilli prices in Bangladesh has caused significant distress to consumers already struggling with a massive cost-of-living crisis.
IMF baulking at the idea of approving ninth review shows it still has trust issues with Pakistan
The paper says politicians and policymakers need to recognise that the IMF deal gives them another chance to implement fundamental, structural reforms for macroeconomic stability.