The State Bank of Pakistan has unveiled a mark-up subsidy for house loans for Naya Pakistan Housing Scheme. Pakistanis will be able to borrow from any bank at rates cheaper than the market’s. Loans ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia says U.S. DFC will invest $2 billion in new sovereign wealth fund
The U.S. International Development Finance Corporation has signed a letter of intent to invest $2 billion in Indonesia's new sovereign wealth fund, the Southeast Asian country's government said in a ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia: Current Account deficit forecast to shrink in 2020 – UOB
In opinion of Economist Enrico Tanuwidjaja and Haris Handy at UOB Group the Current Account deficit (CAD) is expected to narrow further in 2020. Key Quotes “Indonesia’s curren ... ( read original story ...)
This Fish Stall Owner from Karachi Has Registered His Business With FBR for Pakistan’s Sake
In a country where most small-scale businesses operate without registering with the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR), a vendor from ... ( read original story ...)
Indonesia’s economy to grow in 2021 but poverty, unemployment to remain high
The government expects the economy to contract by 0.6 percent to 1.7 percent this year, before rebounding to 5 percent growth next year. ( read original story ...)
The Indian market looks ‘most interesting’ right now: StanChart
Global Business and Financial News, Stock Quotes, and Market Data and Analysis. Data also provided by ... ( read original story ...)
India Stymies Investment From Hong Kong Amid China Border Row
India is subjecting foreign investment proposals from Hong Kong at par with China as part of a new policy that makes approval mandatory for plans from countries that share a land border, a person with ... ( read original story ...)
China’s new five-year blueprint shows central planning is alive and well
In the 12th edition of the Global Impact newsletter, we explain China’s new five-year plan and its implications for Asia and the world. ( read original story ...)
LGBTQ support brings a new flavor to Thailand politics amid protests
In demonstrations where the vibe can turn from festive to tense in just a matter of minutes, LGBT people dressed in eye-catching outfits have stood alongside black-clad protesters. ( read original story ...)
EMERGING MARKETS-Thailand shares scale 5-month high; recovery hopes lift Singapore
World FX rates * Thailand benchmark hits highest since June 11 * Singapore to return to growth in 2021 - govt * Japan stock markets closed for the day By Shruti Sonal Nov 23 (Reuters) - Thailand ... ( read original story ...)