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High food prices, a new threat to Asia

Asian markets down as commodities threaten profits2011-04-14

Fresno Bee - Associated Press Share E-Mail Print Text Size: tool name tool goes here 0 comments Similar stories: " tooltipId="mi_tt1"> Asian markets down as commodities threaten profits Asian markets down as commodities threaten profits Asian stocks fell Thursday amid concerns that rising food and fuel costs could undermine consumer demand, hurting economic growth and company profits. " tooltipId="mi_tt2">...

Strong stimulus to keep PH afloat2011-04-26

Inquirer MANILA, Philippines—The Philippine economy will likely remain 'resilient' for the rest of the year due to a strong agricultural sector and the multiplier effects of government spending, despite the threats posed by higher crude oil prices and the fallout of the natural calamities in Japan. According to the local unit of Dutch banking giant ING, the Philippines can also weather the effects of the...

Asia's women workers vulnerable despite recovery2011-04-29

Fresno Bee The Associated Press Share E-Mail Print Text Size: tool name tool goes here 0 comments Similar stories: " tooltipId="mi_tt1"> IMF: Asian economy to grow 7 percent in 2011-12 IMF: Asian economy to grow 7 percent in 2011-12 Asia will continue to lead global economic growth over the next two years even as it grapples with risks including inflation, turmoil in the Middle East and the effects of...

India set to grow at 8.25 percent in 2011: IMF2011-04-11

Deccan Herald Washington, April 11, (IANS): Monday, April 11, 2011 --> Growth in India is expected to be moderate but remain above trend, with GDP growth projected at 8.25 percent in 2011 and 7.75 percent in 2012, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecast Monday. Infrastructure will remain a key contributor to growth in India, and corporate investment is expected to accelerate as capacity constraints start...

India set to grow at 8.25 per cent in 2011: IMF2011-04-11

The Times of India WASHINGTON: Growth in India is expected to be moderate but remain above trend, with GDP growth projected at 8.25 per cent in 2011 and 7.75 per cent in 2012, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) forecast Monday. Infrastructure will remain a key contributor to growth in India, and corporate investment is expected to accelerate as capacity constraints start to bind and funding conditions remain...

'India, China to drive global growth'2011-04-29

The Times of India HONG KONG: Asia will continue to lead global economic growth over the next two years even as it grapples with risks including inflation, turmoil in the Middle East and the effects of Japan's tsunami, the International Monetary Fund said on Thursday. Robust regional growth of close to 7% will be...

World Bank wary of biofuel rule impact2011-04-15

The Telegraph India Washington, April 15: The World Bank has called for the relaxation of laws requiring crops to be blended into petrol, saying that they are contributing to the global food price crisis. Robert Zoellick, the president of the Bank, said on Thursday that a 'toxic brew' of higher food and fuel costs was heightening popular unrest in regions such as West Asia and North Africa and condemning millions...

Bright Asian future not pre-ordained, must be earned: ADB2011-04-29

Hartford Courant MANILA (Reuters) - Asia needs to work to ensure the potential of its economic and political rise is realized, including fulfilling its responsibilities as a global player, the Asian Development Bank said ahead of its annual meeting next week in Vietnam. Home to 3.3 billion people, Asia has led the global economy in recent years, and the rise of China and India has lifted the region's profile and...

India March inflation at 9 pct, more than expected2011-04-15

The State MUMBAI, India - India's March inflation rose more than expected to nearly 9 percent, as manufacturing and fuel costs increased, government data showed Friday, adding to worries about pricing pressures across emerging Asia. The International Monetary Fund warned this week that emerging Asia is in danger of overheating as rapid growth, high output and loose monetary policy push prices up. China said...

Metereological Department of India likely to forecast normal monsoon for 20112011-04-19

The Times of India NEW DELHI: India's first official forecast for the 2011 monsoon on Tuesday is likely to match other outlooks for normal rains, which if met would bring relief to Asia's third-largest economy in its battle with high food prices. Hopes for normal rains have grown following a favourable forecast for South Asia by global weather experts last week. Good rainfall would boost food output in India, one of...

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