Economy
Malaysian money supply growth eases to 4.3%
Malaysian money supply growth eases to 4.3%
Its central bank's net short forex positions dropped for two months.
South Korea's PMI falls to 49.1 in July
Blame the low new orders and export sales.
Has the manufacturing sector already reached its peak?
After PMI inched up, economists believe upsides will now be limited.
India's manufacturing PMI slows to 47.9 in July
It’s the lowest since February.
4 in 5 employees think long-term jobs are extinct
Organisations were urged to worry about their employer brands.
New council to lead Singapore's e-payments initiative
The board will consist of 20 leaders from businesses, banks and trade groups.
Macau tourism grows slowly by 0.86% in June
Costly transportation and accommodation pushed tourists away.
Services sector bullish on business outlook for H2
A net weighted balance of 5% of firms expect favourable conditions.
Thailand's manufacturing PMI hits eight-month low of 49.6 in July
Weak demand and sales deteriorate manufacturing conditions.
Taiwan GDP grows 2.1% in Q2
But exports posted the slowest growth in three quarters.
Philippines' manufacturing PMI slows to 52.8 in July
It’s the lowest reading since January 2017.
Indonesian gov't approves 2.92% budget deficit proposal
It treads near the legal limit of 3%.
Japan's manufacturing PMI dropped to an 8-month low
Dwindling export orders halt the index from rising.
Singapore, Indonesia establish bilateral business council
It will be led by BKPM and EDB.
China's manufacturing PMI slips to 51.4%
Extreme weather change and maintenance hindered manufacturing growth.
Vietnam's manufacturing growth grows to 52.5%
Automobile growth breathed back life into the sector.
Malaysian exports surge 32.5%
Imports also increased 30.4% in May.
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