Financial market volatility will rise as risks pile up

The Russia/Ukraine conflict threatens the world economy and financial markets amid mounting policy-induced uncertainty

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Many emerging markets could face debt distress in 2022

The debt burden of many emerging markets has increased sharply

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A new law facilitating international transactions and simplifying foreign exchange rules was adopted at end-December

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The latest budget features markedly increased capital expenditure but the rise in total government spending is modest

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Euro-area inflation far above target will pressure the ECB but core inflation is lower and the bank will be cautious

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Singapore has taken the lead in developing a market for Special Purpose Acquisition Companies in the region

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The Federal Reserve shifted to a more hawkish stance last month and is likely to reinforce this at its meeting today

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Turkey’s travails, with the lira losing 45% against the dollar in 2021, raise questions over EM currency practices

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Concerns about Chinese influence in the Western Balkans are overblown, given continuing business ties with Europe

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Letting the lira slide and prices soar may do little for growth and augments the risk of an eventual crisis

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