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Online sales give rare hope to hard-hit Russian retail

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RUSSIA

After a temporary surge in demand for food in March, monthly retail turnover fell sharply, driven primarily by low sales of durable goods in April-May. Smaller retailers were hit…

Conservative 2018 Indonesia budget faces bottlenecks

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INDONESIA

The government’s SME plans are part of the 2018 national budget, which President Joko Widodo presented to the legislature on August 16.

'Juncker Plan' could mean EU investment bulge

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EU

The possible economic impact of the EU investment plan (the 'Juncker Plan').

Warsaw's ambitious growth plan's funding is weak link

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POLAND

The government's plan for infrastructure-led growth.

Papua New Guinea investment climate deteriorates

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PAPUA NEW GUINEA

Political and economic outlook for Papua New Guinea.

Japan’s wage hikes will expand income gaps

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JAPAN

Elevating stagnant wages is Tokyo’s top priority and anti-deflation tool, necessary in creating a virtuous cycle of rising prices and incomes that boosts economic growth.

EU capital markets union plan promises gradual results

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EU

The Commission's plan aims to further the freedom of movement for capital within the EU single market, and so boost growth. Capital movement is hampered by different national…

Low corporate lending reflects Russian growth outlook

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RUSSIA

Corporate lending in Russia.

Greek positive turn would attract investor interest

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GREECE

Post-bailout investor sentiment towards Greece.

Sound finances will help Russia navigate dual shocks

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RUSSIA

The collapse in commodity prices, above all oil, plus the impact of an extended lockdown have depressed Russia's exports, investment and consumption. The economic prospects could…