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South Korea Macro Brief: April 2025
South Korea has seen a series of financial and economic developments over the past month which has reflected in both domestic challenges and regulatory adjustments – all aimed at stabilising markets and sustaining economic momentum. The Bank of Korea (BOK) has taken strong steps to support growth. At the same time, the Financial Services Commission…
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India Macro Brief: April 2025
Overview. Over the past month, India has witnessed significant financial and regulatory changes impacting its banking sector, monetary policies, capital markets, and broader economic landscape. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced liquidity measures, adjusted monetary policies, and revised lending guidelines, while the fiscal and employment outlook continues to evolve amid global and domestic…
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November 2024
Nigeria has been battling its worst floods in 30 years. Hundreds have been killed and at least 1.3 million people displaced. The cost of damage to infrastructure and agriculture cannot yet be calculated but it will be significant. As the waters subside we can see the carnage left behind and it is not just material.………
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November 2024
Israel counters, striking military targets in Tehran and elsewhere. The sites struck leave Iran without key air defences and severely damage its military-industrial base. Meanwhile Donald Trump’s return to the White House is likely to see an even more hostile approach to Iran. Israel strikes back. On 26th October, Israel launched the largest assault on…
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November 2024
Despite dwindling revenues from the Suez Canal, Egypt’s economy is holding its own and is looking better than it has in years. President Sisi may have been forced by the World Bank into implementing some of the financial policies now in place, but the seeds he planted are now beginning to bear fruit.…… Read the…
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April 2025
As Mexico enters Q2, security concerns are beginning to erode support for MORENA, particularly among its traditional base. However, President Sheinbaum’s firm stance against Trump’s tariff threats has earned her growing approval among former sceptics, signalling a shift in political dynamics. Her administration now walks a fine line - managing rising violence while maintaining economic…
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December 2024
November 2024 presented a complex mix of optimism and challenges. The re-election of Trump as U.S. President has reignited tensions over trade policies, with both Trump and President Sheinbaum expressing a willingness to cooperate on shared issues, despite differences over tariffs. Sheinbaum’s proactive approach, emphasizing engagement with global investors, signals a continued commitment to Mexico's…
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