Asia Pacific South Korea Exports Hit $120.9 Billion as Chip Sales Surge
South Korea's September exports hit a record $120.9 billion. Examine the chip boom, trade surplus and implications for credit and external risk.
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Asia Pacific China Mortgage Subsidies Target First Homes as Property Slumps
China's new mortgage interest subsidy starts October 1. Explore eligibility, household savings and the implications for developers, banks and fiscal risk.
Asia Pacific China’s Industrial Profit Growth Slows as Electronics Lead
China's August industrial profit growth slowed to 4.2%, while electronics drove much of the eight-month increase.
Global Economy IMF Backs Focused Reforms in 2026 Lending Program Review
The IMF's 2026 lending review backs focused reforms, realistic financing and stronger planning for shocks, with a phased rollout ahead.
EUR Norway Raises Policy Rate to 4.50% as Inflation Stays Above Target
Norges Bank raised its policy rate to 4.50% as inflation remained above target, leaving open the possibility of further tightening.
Global Economy OECD Sees 2.9% Global Growth in 2026 as Inflation Risks Persist
The OECD projects 2.9% global growth in 2026 while warning that energy inflation and higher bond yields leave the outlook exposed.
Global Economy IMF Warns Global Debt Nears 100% of GDP as Risks Mount
IMF warns global public debt is nearing 100% of GDP, raising fiscal and financing risks as energy shocks and high rates persist.
Global Economy Fed and ECB Rate Moves Put Inflation Back in Focus
The Federal Reserve and ECB raised rates in September as inflation and energy risks kept the policy outlook restrictive and data dependent.
US Federal Reserve Raises Rates to 3.75%-4.00% as Inflation Stays Elevated
The Federal Reserve raised its target range by 25 basis points to 3.75%-4.00% as it judged inflation to remain elevated.
Middle East and Central Asia Pakistan Holds Policy Rate at 11.5% as Inflation Risks Persist
Pakistan's central bank held its policy rate at 11.5% on September 14, keeping attention on inflation, funding costs and external risks.