fiscal policy

Asia’s economies avert energy shock via fiscal buffers, AI boom

2026-09-03T09:14:30.000Z
More fiscal spending will be directed towards households and consumption as policymakers seek to shore up weak domestic demand. 

China pledges timely fiscal support to bolster growth

2026-08-21T05:03:45.000Z
The US Department of the Treasury Building in Washington, DC. Foreign holdings of US Treasuries slid in June, led by declines in the holdings of Japan – the biggest foreign holder of US bonds – the UK and China.

Bond markets from US to Japan whacked as inflation, fiscal worries take hold

2026-08-18T12:46:55.000Z
While Japan is still a small player, its decision to relax defence export restrictions is set to open new markets for Japanese defence contractors.
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Defence is becoming Asia’s next industrial policy

2026-08-17T10:20:27.000Z
For investors, market size alone is no longer enough. Investment decisions depend as much on policy predictability, infrastructure quality, innovation ecosystems and institutional credibility.
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Why India’s fiscal health matters for Asean businesses

2026-08-10T23:00:00.000Z
Japan’s monetary normalisation could gradually encourage some Japanese savings to return home after decades of overseas investment, influencing regional bond markets, funding costs and exchange rates.

Why Japan’s new fiscal era matters for advanced economies and Asean

2026-07-28T23:00:00.000Z
US investment in AI last year accounted for at least 40% of GDP growth, estimated Financial Times.
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Governments must implement reforms before the next big financial crisis

2026-07-08T23:00:00.000Z
In many advanced economies, public debt now exceeds 100% of gross domestic product; Japan’s (above) debt remains around 240%.

What happens when public debt stops buying progress?

2026-06-30T23:15:00.000Z
The financing of the AI boom also looks increasingly reliant on debt and complex funding structures across the supply chain.

Debt, AI boom and fragilities raise global risks: BIS

2026-06-28T10:30:29.000Z
Dubai’s convenient time zone, proximity to the Gulf’s sovereign wealth funds and favourable tax regime have drawn capital and jobs.

Dubai enlists businesses to help secure hub status after Iran war shock

2026-06-26T09:26:54.000Z