China's Purchasing Managers Index (PMI), an indicator of manufacturing activity, was recorded at 51.2 during July this year as compared to 52.1 in June. As reported by Dow Jones International News, the China Federation of Logistics and Purchasing (CFLP) analyst Zhang Liqun stated that the decline from June represents a trend of deceleration which shows that the economic growth might be lower this year. Economic growth is forecasted to be about 9.5% in 2010. |
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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