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1 – 10 of 143The economy slowed sharply in the second half of 2023. Consumption is lower than a decade ago, as a consequence of population ageing and insufficient savings, which reflects a…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285796
ISSN: 2633-304X
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It is only an interim budget because a general election is set to take place soon, most likely in April-May. The budget surprised many observers because of its lack of…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285189
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However, although output has grown, a tight labour market and persistent inflation have created new problems. The reorientation of trade away from Europe has resulted in a…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB285374
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The theme it has chosen for its chairmanship is ‘enhancing connectivity and resilience’. The reference to ‘resilience’ is apt, as Laos is attempting to manage severe economic…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB284173
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The economic environment has been dictated by Russia’s war in Ukraine and its market and policy implications. Next year, the prospects for the V4 economies are moderately upbeat…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283921
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Weak trade and fiscal policy constraints suggest global GDP growth will slow somewhat in 2024, with China and the United States losing momentum. Hopes for growth-boosting rate…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283146
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The municipal elections are also an opportunity for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to solidify his rule further by winning back the cities he lost in 2019. The adoption of more…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB283584
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The Chinese slowdown will also affect many developing countries that rely on raw materials exports to China and have already been impacted by sharp rises in interest rates, as…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB282003
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Pronounced ruble depreciation this year attests to the efficacy of sanctions in disrupting Russia’s external trade. The weaker ruble has already provoked a spike in household…
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DOI: 10.1108/OXAN-DB281176
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Only India and China have higher projections. Indonesia recorded GDP growth of just over 5% year-on-year in January-March, with robust consumer and government spending helping to…