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Policy problems will raise banking risks in Argentina

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ARGENTINA

Banking liquidity, capital, and portfolio quality indicators were positive. Nevertheless, some foreign banks have departed amid doubts over instability, the lifting of capital…

Kuwait will lag neighbours on economic diversification

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KUWAIT

The resignation highlights that, despite the suspension of parliament in an attempt to overcome the political deadlock arising from executive-legislative tensions, political…

Debt issuance will be strong in the Gulf states

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GULF STATES

Debt issuance has risen across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), despite high global interest rates. Drivers include incentivising local capital market development and meeting…

US tech companies grapple with defence dilemmas

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US

While there is strong political backing for a well-funded defence industrial policy, budgetary pressures limit federal spending on emerging technologies, making the role of…

US tech sector M&A could see a sharp expansion

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UNITED STATES

Large, publicly listed companies such as Hewlett Packard and IBM have led the way, looking to strengthen their positions in artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing and…

Water insecurity will challenge Egypt's government

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EGYPT

Population growth and heavy demand from agriculture, industry and construction are putting strain on water security. The government plans to increase supply through desalination…

Philippine economy should perform solidly this year

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PHILIPPINES

Inflation is a top challenge for the government, which targets 6.0-7.0% GDP growth in 2024, compared with 5.5% in 2023. GDP grew by 5.7% year-on-year in the January-March quarter…

Economic crisis will drive Cuban diplomatic priorities

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CUBA

In an attempt to quell popular anger over soaring prices, Havana has imposed price caps on the private sector for six basic consumer goods. This may help fight inflation somewhat…

Mexico’s Sheinbaum will inherit major Pemex challenges

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MEXICO

Pemex is one of several major public finance challenges that Sheinbaum's administration will inherit when she takes office on October 1. Without major changes in its operational…

Power cuts loom as Ecuador’s energy crisis continues

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ECUADOR

With water levels at hydroelectric dams low, the government has taken emergency measures in an attempt to prevent cuts, including contracting a floating electricity station from…