Long a key component of the Philippines’ economy, the construction industry is earmarked for strong growth next year, as the country moves to roll out new infrastructure, address its housing shortage...
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Economic Update | The Philippines prepares to rebuild
2 Dec 2013
Economic Update | Brunei Darussalam’s insurers seeking policy of growth
1 Dec 2013
Insurers in Brunei Darussalam are aiming to increase penetration rates in a number of key segments of their industry, looking to boost growth in what is already a highly competitive operating...
Economic Update | Oxford Business Group | Budget shake-up for Malaysian real estate
27 Nov 2013
The Malaysian government has taken steps to cool speculation in the property market by imposing a capital gains levy on real estate sales, tightening up regulations governing developers and raising...
Economic Update | Thailand’s banks solid in leaner market
25 Nov 2013
Lenders in Thailand are expected to adopt a cautious position in the coming months, keeping a close watch on household debt levels and monitoring the local economy’s return to growth following a...
Economic Update | Myanmar moves to bring finances out of the shadows
25 Nov 2013
With wide-ranging reforms set to improve the transparency of Myanmar’s public finances, the government is expected to launch a drive aimed at bringing businesses into the mainstream economy.
Economic Update | Papua New Guinea considers boosting minimum wage as reforms gain pace
25 Nov 2013
The stage is set for Papua New Guinea (PNG) to increase its national minimum wage next year, in a move which is seen as providing much-needed redress for the country’s labour pool.
