Spore’s private property rents for 2022 at highest level since 2013
Surging rents caught many tenants by surprise, with many having to move after their leases were up and landlords hiked prices, said property agents.
Economy
IMF delegation to meet Pakistan finance minister on sidelines of Geneva conference
The development comes after PM Shehbaz said an IMF delegation would come to Pakistan in “two to three days”.
Cambodia eyes influx of Chinese travellers
To attain tentative targets, Cambodia government and the private sector have developed more roads and set up more entertainment facilities and venues.
China eases Australia coal import ban to boost energy security
The resumption is a reminder of their economic interdependence as Australia's raw materials play a crucial role in fuelling the export-oriented economy of China.
Philippine inflation rose further to 8.1% in December
Inflation in December was the highest since November 2008, and was more than twice as high as the 3.1 percent recorded in December 2021.
Chicken meat may cross beef price as feed crisis sees no end
There has been a sharp spike in the prices of poultry products since Oct 2022 after authorities stopped the release of GMO soybean shipments arriving mainly from the US and Brazil.
Hong Kong raises $5.75 billion in largest ESG bond issuance in Asia
The triple-currency offering is the largest ESG bond issuance in Asia, the HKSAR government said in a statement issued on Thursday night.
The govt has failed to show any spine when it comes to protecting citizens’ financial well-being
With a sense of helplessness and hopelessness slowly descending on the country, those who are privileged are increasingly talking about moving abroad.
Tokyo stocks get off to bleak start in 2023
The yen’s strengthening against the dollar further dampened sentiment, brokers said.
Malaysia on strong footing to attract quality investments: Zafrul
The International Trade and Industry Minister said he is optimistic that the local currency will continue to strengthen, given Malaysia’s growth forecast.