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Lebanon: Short-term Challenges, Long-term Opportunities
March 11, 2013
Political uncertainty in Syria continues to pose a major threat to Lebanon's political order and economic stability. Growth decelerated to 0.6% and th
Turkey: Current Account Deficit Narrows, Risks Remain
March 7, 2013
External financing needs look set to increase with the current account shortfall likely to widen through 2014. Heavy reliance on short-term capital in
Argentina: The Ball is in Argentina's Court
March 7, 2013
Market sentiment remains volatile in light of the uncertainty surrounding the final verdict on litigation with holdout creditors. While the appeals co
Asia: Update on Chips and Cars
March 4, 2013
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Ukraine: New Government, Same Challenges
March 1, 2013
The Ukrainian economy is on a very volatile path. Real GDP growth slumped in 2012 but the aggressively expansionary fiscal policy fueled a consumption
Latin America: Call of the Yield
March 1, 2013
The main challenge facing Latin America has shifted from counteracting global weakness to coping with currency appreciation pressure from capital infl
Thailand: Rice Problem Not Going Away
February 28, 2013
The government is persevering with its generous rice price-support program. Falling exports, rising stocks and large fiscal costs suggest that the gov
Tanzania: Dovish Central Bank Poised for Limited Easing
February 28, 2013
Inflation has moderated due to easing food and energy prices, but is still above target. Core inflation remains sticky at around 8-9%. Activity is rob
Updated February 2013 Global Economic Chartbook
February 26, 2013
This update to our February Global Economic Chartbook includes revised GDP forecasts. The Chartbook updates our views on the global outlook, providing
Ecuador: Correa One More Time
February 26, 2013
President Rafael Correa has won reelection and secured a commanding legislative majority. Correa's tighter grip on power increases the likelihood of a
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