The Philippine general elections are set to take place on 9 May. All eyes will be on the presidential contest,...
News Category: Politics
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Philippines: Marcos Jr. vs Robredo: Economists prefer Robredo despite Marcos Jr.’s poll lead, but fiscal largesse likely regardless... -
Ukraine: Ukraine’s economy on an uncertain path following Russian invasion The Russian invasion of Ukraine is now well into its sixth week and the military landscape has evolved significantly. Initially,... -
Russia: Ruble recovers lost ground despite worsening economic backdrop The Central Bank’s unprecedented monetary policy tightening and draconian capital and foreign exchange controls seem to have mostly stabilized the... -
France: Potential economic impact of upcoming elections In less than two weeks, the French electorate will head to the polls, as citizens cast their votes in a... -
Korea: Conservative Yoon narrowly wins presidential election The conservative Yoon Suk-yeol was victorious in the recent 9 March presidential election, winning 48.6% of the vote—just a hair’s... -
Korea: The macroeconomic implications of Conservative Yoon’s narrow presidential win The conservative Yoon Suk-yeol emerged victorious in the recent 9 March presidential election, winning 48.6% of the vote—just a hair’s... -
Russia: Economic outlook darkens due to international sanctions; credit ratings cut to junk Following months of escalating tensions and a buildup of troops around Ukraine’s borders, on 24 February Russia launched a so-called... -
Ukraine: Ukraine’s economy on an uncertain path following Russian invasion The Russian invasion of Ukraine is now well into its sixth week and the military landscape has evolved significantly. Initially,... -
Peru: President Castillo reshuffles cabinet for the fourth time following prime-ministerial resignations On 9 February, President Pedro Castillo swore in the fourth cabinet of his short tenure at the helm of the... -
Portugal: Incumbent Socialist Party secures majority in January’s snap election, signaling stability ahead Incumbent Prime Minister António Costa surprised analysts by securing a sweeping majority in parliament for his center-left Socialist Party (PS)...