US tariff impositions: Thorn in the side or blessing in disguise?
Although not entirely disheartening, the tariff makes it clear that Bangladesh must act fast to reduce the bilateral trade deficit. Enhancing efficiencies could help regain…
Economic Affairs
Jakarta stocks dive after holiday break, triggering trading pause
Just before trading resumed after the holiday break, the local bourse adapted its circuit breaker rules, first introduced during the COVID-19 crisis, to better accommodate current…
South Korean won closes at 16-year low amid US-China trade war
Investors are ditching risk assets, including the Korean won, as conflict between the world's two biggest economies looms.
South Korean stocks slumped on April 7 as renewed US tariff threats rattled markets
The selloff came as fears of a global trade war escalated, after the US last week unveiled sweeping “reciprocal tariffs,” including a 25 per cent levy on South Korean imports.…
Bank Indonesia vows aggressive intervention after rupiah hits another new low
Bank Indonesia held a meeting, responding to the plummeting rupiah by preparing several measures to stabilise the currency and maintain market confidence.
In Pakistan, relief attempts fall short — again
Pakistan’s reluctant billionaires remain unmoved by recent power tariff cuts, relative stability, and the International Monetary Fund’s endorsement. Without tackling terrorism…
Meat price fixing in Bhutan impacts consumers: study
The study surveyed 53 of the capital city’s 105 registered meat vendors. The findings reveal a concerning picture of centralised pricing power amid soaring meat imports, rising…
Thailand’s agri ministry denies reports of durian export lab shutdown
Agriculture Ministry spokesman confirms four are still operating and more are being registered with China’s customs.
Singapore stocks see biggest drop since 2008 global financial crisis as STI plunges 7.5%
Across the whole market, 612 stocks fell while 137 rose. Trading volume was very heavy, with $4.2 billion worth of shares changing hands, nearly three times February’s daily…
Indonesia must think carefully before maneuvering through US tariffs
Indonesia must tread carefully with a political economy approach to trade diplomacy following US tariffs, maintaining mutually beneficial partnerships and avoiding impacted…