Inflation putting pressure on myriad of sectors

Inflation putting pressure on myriad of sectors

A rise in prices of medical and education services, as well as expansion in domestic consumption, contributed largely to the consumer price index in November.
Vietnam should keep close watch on inflation rate: World Bank

Vietnam should keep close watch on inflation rate: World Bank

Vietnam should closely monitor inflation which has been on the rise in recent time, according to the World Bank (WB).
Stability for rest of 2023 bodes well for inflation rate

Stability for rest of 2023 bodes well for inflation rate

A low consumer price index in the first six months of the year is expected to contribute to controlled inflation amid a continued downtrend in oil prices and slow-paced consumption.
Careful action required to curb inflation threat

Careful action required to curb inflation threat

Monetary experts are still mulling over whether Vietnam should soften or tighten policies to best suit current development circumstances.
US Fed unveils smaller rate hike but signals inflation fight not over

US Fed unveils smaller rate hike but signals inflation fight not over

America's Federal Reserve slowed its pace of interest rate hikes Wednesday, tempering an aggressive campaign to rein in costs as inflation cools while signaling the battle is not yet over.
Limited inflation pressures underpin positive projections

Limited inflation pressures underpin positive projections

Vietnam has made a go of bringing inflation under control in 2022 thanks to the government’s great efforts to rein in market prices, with praise from various international organisations.
Most important priority in 2023 to ensure liquidity

Most important priority in 2023 to ensure liquidity

Nguyen Thi Hong, Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV), affirmed that the highest priority of monetary policy in 2023 was to ensure liquidity and maintain the stability in the banking system.
Growth forecasts take price risks into account

Growth forecasts take price risks into account

Despite positive forecasts from international organisations on Vietnam’s economic recovery, there are still concerns related to inflation and growth that need solutions and directions from the government.
Malaysia’s inflation may hit double digits: Finance Minister

Malaysia’s inflation may hit double digits: Finance Minister

Finance Minister Zafrul Aziz has said Malaysia's inflation may reach around 11 percent if the government does not implement subsidies for essential items like fuel.
Inflation reined in as materials prices rise through year

Inflation reined in as materials prices rise through year

Despite a big rise in the prices of construction materials and fuel, a 5-year low in the consumer price index caused by weak demand in the first five months of 2021 is signalling a successful control of inflation.
State Bank chief has full plate

State Bank chief has full plate

Reducing Vietnam’s lending interest rate, stabilising the VND/USD exchange rate and consolidating the bulky system of credit institutions are all high on newly-elected State Bank Governor Nguyen Van Binh’s agenda.