Moody's Investors Service says that while the Philippines may 'reap significant savings' due to the weakening of the US dollar, the deterioration of 'fiscal metrics' would offset the benefits ... ( read original story ...)
Japan set for blockbuster bonds after NTT revives M&A push
For investors, giant bond sales are attractive because issuers usually need to pay a premium to compensate for the added risk of large repayments. ( read original story ...)
New FATF guidelines challenging, admits Pakistan as country continues to be on grey list
Announcing its decision last Friday, FATF stated that it doesnt consider that actions claimed to have been taken by Pakistan were effective enough or strong enough to stop those engaged in terror ... ( read original story ...)
Equitas Small Finance Bank IPO: Here’s how to check share allotment status via registrar, BSE website
The Rs 518-crore Equitas Small Finance Bank IPO (initial public offer), which was ... earnings so far have beaten Wall Street expectations BECA agreement with US: India to emerge as a decisive ... ( read original story ...)
Tax only domestic income of foreigners, industry bodies suggest Finance Ministry: Report
The aim is to make India an attractive destination for residency for expatriates managing foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country ... ( read original story ...)
IFC to support Netafim India’s capex & working capital requirements
International Finance Corporation (IFC) says it will support irrigation major Netafim India's capex and working capital requirements. The company would require around $75 million for its proposed ... ( read original story ...)
Vivifi India Finance boss says the best part of WFH is focus and efficiency in pyjamas
The conventional workweek might have had its day, believes Anil Pinapala, founder, Vivifi India Finance. “We should enjoy and adapt to the current reality of working from home. It may be how most of ... ( read original story ...)
Laos reopens local border gates to facilitate business
The Lao Government is temporarily reopening some local and customary border crossings in a bid to revive the economy and minimise the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, the English-language newspaper ... ( read original story ...)
‘Impossible Trinity’ Pushing India’s RBI Toward Stronger Rupee
One of the toughest challenges central bankers face is how to navigate the “Impossible Trinity” -- maintaining monetary policy independence while allowing a steady flow of foreign capital and keeping ... ( read original story ...)
India’s New Fintech Sandbox Program will be Managed by Recently Established International Financial Services Centres Authority
India's new Fintech sandbox program will be managed by recently established International Financial Services Centres Authority. ( read original story ...)