U.S. Treasuries slide ahead of FOMC members Bullard, Dudley’s speeches
Mar 24, 2017 12:15 pm UTC| Commentary Economy
The U.S. Treasuries slid at the closing of thetrading week Friday as investors remained cautious ahead of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) members James Bullard and William C. Dudleys scheduled speeches later in...

Surprisingly positive Eurozone PMIs fuel rate hike speculation
Mar 24, 2017 11:11 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy Central Banks
Eurozone economic growth gathered further momentum in March, bolstering optimism over the region in the face of Brexit. Businesses across the euro zone ramped up activity at the fastest pace in almost six years, a survey...
UK gilts rise following disappointment in equities; higher energy prices offset gains
Mar 24, 2017 09:56 am UTC| Commentary Economy
The UK gilts rose Friday, following disappointment in the countrys riskier equities, while a slight uptick in energy prices offset the upside. The yield on the benchmark 10-year gilts, which moves inversely to its...
German bunds dive after reading higher-than-expected March manufacturing PMI
Mar 24, 2017 08:54 am UTC| Commentary Economy
The German bunds dived on the last trading day of the week as investors booked-in profits after a long rally and following higher-than-expected manufacturing PMI for the month of March which remained crucial in determining...
Bank Negara Malaysia is likely to maintain policy rate at 3 pct through 2017, says ANZ Research
Mar 24, 2017 08:18 am UTC| Commentary Central Banks Economy
Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) is expected to maintain the policy rate at 3 percent throughout this year, peering through the inflation ascent. At the same time, the still fragile balance of payments position limits the scope...
Mar 24, 2017 07:58 am UTC| Commentary Economy
USD/INR is expected to consolidate for a while after strengthening substantially since the BJPs victorywhile staying with our long INR position funded with the low-yielding SGD and TWD. USD/INR is likely to rise towards...

As the European Union celebrates 60 years, can Asia use it as a model for economic integration?
Mar 24, 2017 07:32 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy
On 25 March 2017, the European Unions heads of state and government will meet in Rome to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the European project. The date marks the signing of the Treaties of Rome, which established the...