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monetary policies
US Economy
Fed pause: Loosening monetary policy would be a mistake
Ructions amid the problem of US regional banks will cause further declines
April 26, 2023
Tong's Portfolio
Room for a further reduction in interest rates
Suffice it to say, this current breed of central bankers have evolved far beyond their traditional role as regulators and ensuring a smooth-operating financial system.
June 26, 2020
Singapore economy
IMF cuts Singapore's 2019 growth forecast to 0.5%
SINGAPORE (Oct 23): The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slashed its 2019 growth prediction for Singapore to 0.5%, down from its previous estimate of 2% in July.
October 23, 2019
Global Economy
Call it 'disruption' and not a 'financial crisis', says former Fed chair Yellen of ongoing global uncertainties
PARIS (June 29): Contrary to popular opinion, Janet L. Yellen does not see an impending financial crisis from the escalating trade tensions between the US and China, higher current asset valuations and volatility from diverging monetary policies.
June 29, 2018
China Focus
China hands over G20 stewardship with economy stable, for now
NEW YORK (Oct 10): China has turned from a shaky steward to a stalwart of the Group of 20.
October 10, 2016