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Economic Growth
News & analysis tagged Economic Growth — diplomacy, politics, and global affairs coverage from Model Diplomat.
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Ringgit Outlook: BNM Holds At 2.75%
Bank Negara Malaysia maintains 2.75% rate, with Kenanga and RBC forecasting USD/MYR at 3.95 by year-end due to strong export performance.
2026-07-09
Philippine Inflation Hits 31-Month High
Philippine core inflation hits 4.4% in June 2026, the highest in 31 months, pushing the Bangko Sentral to consider a third rate hike amid rising costs.
2026-07-09
Philippine Core Inflation Hits 31-Month High
Philippine core inflation rises to 4.4%, the highest in 31 months, complicating the BSP's monetary policy amid rising costs and economic pressures.
2026-07-08
China's PBOC Keeps Policy Moderately Loose
The PBOC's recent statement reveals that the yuan is now the main constraint on monetary policy, shifting the burden to fiscal measures amid weak demand.
2026-07-08
Tanzania Raises Rate to 6.25% Amid Hormuz War
The Bank of Tanzania increases its policy rate to 6.25% to maintain inflation targets as global oil and fertilizer prices rise due to Middle East conflicts.
2026-07-07
Tanzania Hikes Rates to 6.25% Amid Hormuz War
The Bank of Tanzania raises its policy rate to 6.25% to combat imported inflation from the Iran war, maintaining economic stability.
2026-07-07
Nigeria's ₦1.35 Trillion July Squeeze
Nigeria's central bank plans to withdraw ₦1.35 trillion in July 2026, marking a significant shift to domestic borrowing in Sub-Saharan Africa.
2026-07-07
BNM Holds OPR at 2.75% Amid Tariff and Oil Sh
Bank Negara Malaysia is set to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate at 2.75% amid challenges from US tariffs and rising oil prices, impacting growth.
2026-07-07
Saudi Arabia's $74 Billion Deficit Explained
Saudi Arabia's 2025 budget shows a $74 billion deficit, driven by oil revenue drops, but aims for growth through Vision 2030 and non-oil sectors.
2026-06-29
India's Economic Resilience
Moody's declares India the most resilient emerging market, forecasting strong growth and robust forex reserves despite mounting global economic headwinds.
2026-05-05
Chandrababu Naidu's 'Double Engine' Growth in
Chandrababu Naidu's 'double engine' growth model falters as Tamil Nadu voters choose a different path, exposing its political rather than economic nature.
2026-04-21
Wall Street Hits Record High Amid Iran Tense
Wall Street closed at record highs as the Iran ceasefire holds, but market breadth narrows with half the S&P 500's value in just 26 stocks.
2026-04-18