September 22, 2020/IMFBlog By Inutu Lukonga Small and medium-sized enterprises dominate the business landscape in the Middle East and North Africa region. These enterprises account for more than 90 percent of the region’s businesses and, in some countries, contribute as much as 50 percent of employment and 70 percent of […]
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An Eye into Possible MPC Outcomes
Culled—Proshare September 22, 2020 By Cardinal Stone Research The monetary policy committee (MPC) commenced its penultimate two-day meeting on the 21st of September 2020 against the backdrop of weak economic growth, rising inflation, relatively illiquid currency markets, and mild capital inflows. In line with the actions of major central banks […]
Emerging Concerns on Crude Oil Price Dents Economic Recovery
Culled—Proshare September 22, 2020 By CSL Research Yesterday, Brent crude oil price settled at US$41.44/bbl, down 10.7% from 6-month high of US$45.86/bbl. We note rising emerging concerns on the outlook for oil price in the global market. Cases of coronavirus are now rising faster in many European countries that had […]
