Taiwan's consumer price index (CPI) increased 1.34% y/y in April this year as a result of increased global commodity prices and rising domestic demand. As reported by Dow Jones International News, according to the data released by the government's Directorate General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics (DGBAS), the CPI increase was slower than the increase of 1.40% in March this year. The wholesale price index (WPI) increased 4.53% y/y in April this year as compared to 5.75% y/y growth recorded in March. |
Hong Kong's composite interest rate declined 3 basis points (bps) registering 0.25% in February this year. As reported by News.gov.hk, the decrease in the composite rates was due to the decline ... more
Thailand's government is likely to offer financial support for export-oriented small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the indigenous industry, resulting in an increase in volume and value ... more
Singapore's small businesses are expected to be having concerns regarding the new and diverse government incentive schemes, which were announced in the recent Budget. As reported by ... more