Search

The article discusses the economic policy of the Czech Republic as of May 2012. A deficit of 2.4 billion U.S. dollars has been recorded for the country's central state budget in January-April 2012. Total budget revenue, however, increased 3.2% year on year during January-April. Information on an updated convergence programme report on the progress of fiscal consolidation and eventual euro submitted by the Czech Republic to the European Commission in April 2012 is provided.

The article features analyses and market intelligence on fixed income, foreign exchange and equities around the world published within the issue. Among issues tackled are the technology slump in Asia that reaffirms bearish outlook, monthly metals update, the Mexican asset class strategy, and Turkey's scope for monetary boost. Other topics discussed include Ukraine's asset class strategy, Serbia's journey towards European Union convergence, and Kuwait's banking sector.

The article focuses on the business situation in Central America which emphasizes on long-term investment. It presents the general outlook for the region such as its potential for big economic convergence, an appealing business environment and the high level of political threat which hinders investors. The strong economic rebound in the region's domestic sector is also mentioned.

Presents information on the convergence of Romania with the European Union (EU) in 2004. Rating given by Standard & Poor's on Romanian currency; Implication of the bids for power supplies Electri givenca Oltenia and Electrica Boldova to the International Monetary Fund and EU; Warning of the EU to the Romanian government's pressures on the media; Concerns on the Romanian external balance and budgetary situation; Views on foreign currency debt.