Thai central bank cuts interest rate to 1.00%, aiming to support recovery and ease debt burden
The decision comes as the Thai economy shows signs of stronger-than-expected growth in the fourth quarter of 2025.
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Government appoints new Bangladesh central bank governor after ousting Ahsan Mansur amid turmoil
Protesting officials held a rally under the banner of the Bangladesh Bank Officers’ Welfare Council.
IMF mission opens talks with central bank on Pakistan’s loan programmes
The mission will remain in Karachi this week and begin policy discussions with the federal and provincial governments on Monday, with the customary opening roundup with Finance…
Innovation must be at the heart of Hong Kong’s new budget
The writer says: "Recent years have shown that Hong Kong is successfully moving beyond its longstanding identity as a financial intermediary."
Lao central bank cuts policy interest rate to support economic stability
The Bank of the Lao PDR has reduced its base policy interest rate for the Lao kip by 0.5 percentage points to 8 percent per annum.
The ‘Asian tiger’ dream is stalling. It is time Bangladeshi founders look to the Gulf
Southeast Asia’s venture boom has cooled, while a new centre of gravity for capital and demand is emerging closer to home, in the Gulf, especially Saudi Arabia.
Malaysian consumer habits shifted after COVID-19 pandemic
For many business operators, particularly in urban areas, the move is driven by efficiency and convenience.
Vietnam forecast to achieve investment-grade credit rating sooner than planned
The assessment follows a recent move by Fitch Ratings, which last month upgraded the country's long-term senior secured debt ratings to BBB- from BB+.
Why Tesla-SpaceX merger could mean tax bills for Korean investors
Share swap may trigger 22% tax on top foreign stock for Koreans.
Listed firms to unlock $11b in new shares to boost free float, says Indonesia Stock Exchange
The IDX, along with the OJK, has announced a new policy to double the minimum free float requirement to 15 percent from 7.5 percent at present, using a case-by-case approach in…