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E-levy may buy Ghana some fiscal space

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GHANA

Scheduled to go into effect on May 1, the bill represents a response by the government to address serious economic challenges, with the country facing historically high inflation…

Digital euro will launch but perhaps later than 2027

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INT

The digital euro project is the most advanced central bank digital currency (CBDC) plan among Western economies. It promises enhanced strategic autonomy, faster payments and to…

Recovery of Russian consumption is likely to moderate

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RUSSIA

Strong household demand, now restored to pre-war levels, mitigated the impact on GDP of falling exports last year. The consumer market is profoundly changed, with new brands from…

US push will accelerate digital currency plans

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INT

The US government’s concern about this has already triggered the March 9 executive order by President Joe Biden of a whole-of-government approach to developing a US central bank…

Greece will seek to profit from pent-up tourist demand

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GREECE

Despite a stronger-than-expected performance by the Greek hospitality sector during the summer months, 2021 will be a challenging year. The government hopes that it will return…

North Korea cybercrime capabilities are evolving

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NORTH KOREA

This campaign is part of a broader escalation of cyberattacks that aim to generate financial and non-financial rewards for the state.

Japan's political outlook stable but economy will slow

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JAPAN

The outlook for politics in Japan for the rest of 2019.

Cashless payments will outgrow but not end cash use

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INTERNATIONAL

Cash and cash equivalents remain significant, but lost their dominance during the pandemic. This is helping to narrow the gap between the United States and East Asian and…

Investors will benefit from ASEAN e-commerce boom

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ASEAN

The outlook for an ASEAN e-commerce boom.

E-commerce set to transform India's retailers

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INDIA

E-commerce in India.