Asia

Asian fintech funding skyrocketed 740% to US$16.8b in H1

Thanks to the US$14b funding round by China's Ant Financial.

Asian fintech funding skyrocketed 740% to US$16.8b in H1

Thanks to the US$14b funding round by China's Ant Financial.

Malaysia smashes forecasts with 6.2% GDP growth in Q3

The growth was driven by a surge in investment and exports.

Luxury spending in China beginning to recover

Thanks to consumers bringing back overseas spending.

ASEAN banks brace for weak loan demand and asset quality pressure in 2017

But they are generally well-placed to cope with the difficult credit environment.

India's economic recovery is gradual: analysis

Economic growth breakdown puzzling and disappointing.

Headline PMIs broadly disappointing

LIttle upside expected in coming months.

Vietnam government hinting at pro-growth orientation

Although this could be difficult to achieve.

Japan economy grappling with traction even with policy efforts

Performance has been weaker than other advanced economies.

Margin pressure persists in China property

This is because of increasing competition.

Thailand reports weak labour productivity

In the context of its income and development levels.

3 reasons behind China's slowing economy

Debt-to-GDP forecast is lowered from 300% to 270%.