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The article informs about it provides insights into South Asian regional indicators, including GDP, population, and economic forecasts. Topic include It also highlights specific country assessments, such as the political risks in Bangladesh and fiscal adjustments in Pakistan. the article discusses the short-term outlook for the Indian rupee, indicating expectations for its stability and potential appreciation in 2024.

A country report for Latin America countries, including Uruguay and Colombia, is presented from publisher Business Monitor International, with topics including growth in gross domestic products; widening of the budget deficit in 2023; and political risk tracker for Latin America.

The section presents the monthly regional report on political risk and macroeconomic prospects in South East Asia as of October 2001, from publisher BMI Research, and mentions topics including the short-term outlook for the Malaysian ringgit, the seven percent year-on-year real gross domestic product growth in the Philippines in second quarter 2016 driven by solid government policy agenda, and the reshuffling of cabinet members in Indonesia.

A country report for the China & North East Asian countries is presented from publisher Business Monitor International Ltd. on political risk and macroeconomics with topics including gross domestic product (GDP) growth in Hong Kong, China, antitrust law in South Korea and housing market of Taiwan.

A country risk report for Vietnam as of May 2015 is presented including the continuous improvement in the economy, low inflation rate, gross domestic product (GDP) growth forecast and monetary policy outlook.

The report on the economic and country risk of Mozambique as of March 2, 2015 is presented. An analysis on the legal, operational, economic, tax, political and security risks of the country is presented. Also discussed are the key economic indicators of the country including gross domestic products, exchange rate and consumer price index.

The report on the economic and country risk of Lithuania as of March 2, 2015 is presented. An analysis on the legal, operational, economic, tax, political and security risks of the country is presented. Also discussed are the key economic indicators of the country including gross domestic products, exchange rate and consumer price index.

The report on the economic and country risk of Portugal as of February 27, 2015 is presented. An analysis on the legal, operational, economic, tax, political and security risks of the country is presented. Also discussed are the key economic indicators of the country including gross domestic products, exchange rate and consumer price index.

The article reports on the economic trends in 2015 in Armenia, providing forecast from 2011 to 2020 on economic development, country risk, and gross domestic product (GDP). It discusses topics including protests calling for the resignation of country's president, economic recovery, and inflation. Also mentioned are the economic development strategy, labor market and monetary system.

The report on the economic and country risk of Oman as of February 26, 2015 is presented. An analysis on the legal, operational, economic, tax, political and security risks of the country is presented. Also discussed are the key economic indicators of the country including gross domestic products, exchange rate and consumer price index.

The report on the economic and country risk of Namibia as of March 2, 2015 is presented. An analysis on the legal, operational, economic, tax, political and security risks of the country is presented. Also discussed are the key economic indicators of the country including gross domestic products, exchange rate and consumer price index.

The report on the economic and country risk of Qatar as of February 27, 2015 is presented. An analysis on the legal, operational, economic, tax, political and security risks of the country is presented. Also discussed are the key economic indicators of the country including gross domestic products, exchange rate and consumer price index.

The article presents an economic forecast and political risk outlook for Malaysia as of November 2014. Prime Minister Najib Razak reportedly has a strong job security despite a declining approval rating. Increased real gross domestic product (GDP) growth has been seen in the first half of 2014 while the 2015 budget was released in October 2014. It also highlights political obstacles to a business-friendly climate. Economic performance charts are provided.

The article presents a country forecast report on the economic, social, and political condition of Algeria, as of November 2014. Topics discussed include the political risks and issues involving the fourth term in office of President Abdelaziz Bouteflika, the status of domestic and international economic indicators of the country since 2004, the political reforms in the country aimed at protecting the status quo, and how political uncertainty will affect the real gross domestic product (GDP).

The article provides country risk forecasts for Guyana as of July 2014. It examines the political tensions arising from the failure to approve the Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Finance of Terrorism bill. Other topics discussed include the political and economic challenges facing President Donald Ramotar, statistics on domestic and international economic indicators in 2009-2013, and the outlook for real gross domestic product (GDP) growth through 2019.

The article presents country risk forecasts for Germany as of September 2014. It explores the political and economic challenges facing Chancellor Angela Merkel and her center-right Christian Democratic Union (CDU) party. Other topics discussed include the implications of the rise of the populist Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, the decline in gross domestic product (GDP) in the April-June period, and the decrease in exports to Russia in the first half of the year.

The article provides country risk forecasts for France as of June 2014. It examines the implications of the defeat of former prime minister Jean-Marc Ayrault by Francois Hollande in the March 2014 elections. Other topics discussed include the views of the Parti Socialiste (PS) and the Union for a Popular Movement (UMP) in the role of the private sector in improving the business climate, the real gross domestic product (GDP) growth, and statistics on economic indicators in 2009-2013.

The article presents country risk forecasts for Egypt as of June 2014. It examines the political agenda of President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi, the former armed forces commander and leader of the coup that toppled the Islamist government of Mohammed Morsi. Other topics discussed include the limitations on the presidential power of el-Sisi, the average real gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the first three quarter of 2013/2014 fiscal year, and the decline in inflation rate in May 2014.

The article provides country risk forecasts for Denmark as of November 2014. It examines the political and economic challenges facing the center-left coalition government of Prime Minister Helle Thorning-Schmidt. Other topics discussed include the forecast on the real gross domestic product (GDP) growth, statistics on domestic and international economic indicators in 2009-2013, and the projected budget deficit in 2015.

The article presents country risk forecasts for Czech Republic as of November 2014. It discusses the election victory of ANO 2011, a euroskeptic party founded by billionaire Andrej Babis. Other topics covered include the economic implications of the election results, the rise in real gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the first quarter of 2014, and the policy of intervention in the foreign-exchange market by Czech National Bank (CNB) to prevent the koruna appreciation against the euro.

The article presents political risk outlook and economic forecast for Israel as of October 2014. Topics discussed include forecasts of risk to international business, threats to the unity of the government, and the cease-fire agreement in late August 2014 resulting from an Israeli military operation in the Gaza Strip. The economic slowdown is characterized by the slight increase in gross domestic product (GDP) in September 2014, decline in exports, and a decrease in fixed assets investments.

The article presents country risk forecasts for Hungary as of October 2014. It examines the political and economic challenges facing the government of Prime Minister Viktor Orban. Other topics discussed include the results of the local elections held on October 12, the potential impact of the standoff with Russia on Hungary's European Union (EU) membership status, and the anticipated slowdown in real gross domestic product (GDP) growth in 2015.

The article presents the economic and political profile of Russia as of December 2014. Tables are presented which include data on forecasts of risk to international business and forecasts on real gross domestic product (GDP) growth, inflation, and current account. Topics discussed include the impact of the depreciation of the ruble on oil and gas companies, public opinion on Russian President Vladimir Putin, and challenges within the legal system.

The article reports on the economic condition of the U.S. as of November 2014. It discusses the changes from the forecast in October 2014. The real gross domestic product GDP grew 3.2% in the fourth quarter of 2013, and the growth is firming in 2014 driven in part by a strong housing recovery and less fiscal issue. It outlines the status of the country risk which includes political, economic, legal, tax, operational and security.

The report presents political and economic condition and forecasts for Costa Rica as of September 30, 2014, looking at the country's political, economic, legal, operational, tax and security risks. Noted is the decline of the external risks from the country's major lawsuit. It is predicted that its gross domestic product growth will slow. Graphical representations of the key economic and political indicators and forecasts of the country are also provided.

The article presents information on political risk and macroeconomic prospects in North Africa. It is predicted the gross dometic product (GDP) will contract by 28.2% in Libiya in 2014. It is also predicted that industrial production will be low in Tunisia. Prospects for political reform is predicted to remain weak in Algeria.

The article offers information on the economic conditions and country risk of Ireland as of September 2, 2014. It provides information on the six-factor country risk and sovereign risks ratings, economic analysis and assumptions, and the country's monetary policy. It also includes charts on the percentage change of output and prices, percentage change of real gross domestic product (GDP) growth, and the percentage change of economic growth.

The article offers information on the economic condition and country risk of Japan as of August 21, 2014. It provides information on the sovereign risk ratings considering the stable political outlook, corporate tax rate, and the expansionary policy of the Bank of Japan, the forecasts for the country's economy, and the analysis of the growth of gross domestic product (GDP). It includes charts on the percentage change of inflation, the annual average of exchange rate, and monetary policy trends.

The article presents an economic and country risk report for Chile as of September 2014. Topics discussed include Chile's political, economic, tax, operational and security risk scores, the country's sovereign risk rating, and forecasts on economic activity, inflation, unemployment and gross domestic product (GDP). Also mentioned are Chilean President Michelle Bachelet's plan to enact 50 policy initiatives, trade union activity, and the Central Bank of Chile's inflation target.

The article presents news briefs on the political risk and macroeconomic prospects in South East Asia. It reveals Vietnam's gross domestic product (GDP) in the 2nd quarter of 2014. It discusses the regional expansion opportunities of Thailand amid further Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) economic integration. It predicts that the State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) will maintain its growth bias.

The article offers information on the economic and political condition of Hong Kong, China as of June 2014 and provides forecast from 2010 to 2018. Among the key indicators that were included in the forecast are real gross domestic product (GDP), consumer price index, and exchange rate. Information regarding the country risk, development strategy, and labor markets is presented.

The article offers information on the economic and political condition of Honduras as of June 2014 and provides forecast from 2010 to 2018. Among the key indicators that were included in the forecast are real gross domestic product (GDP), consumer price index, and exchange rate. Information regarding the country risk, key facts and demographics, and development strategy is presented.

The article presents regional report on political risk and macroeconomic prospects in South East Europe for 2014. It notes the factors that triggered the growth and profitability of the banking sector of Turkey which include slowing real gross domestic product (GDP) growth, higher funding costs and lira depreciation. It cites the sustainable fiscal policy in Bulgaria and the delay of the parliamentary election in Slovenia. The search for closer ties of Romania with the West is also tackled.

The article reports on the economy and political risk in Slovakia. It mentions that the gross domestic product (GDP) in the country will moderately improve in 2014 due to the gradual recovery of domestic demand which grew by 2.4% year on year (y/y) in the first quarter. It also notes decreases in long-term interest rates and consumer price inflation by 2.63% and 0.3% respectively.

The article reports on the economy and political risk in South Africa. It mentions strikes in the platinum mining industry which is needed to be resolved quickly to increase demand for manufactured products and prevent delay in economic development. It also notes anticipated decrease in the growth of gross domestic product (GDP) and consumption despite a rise in exchange rate in 2014.

The article reports on the economy and political risk in South Korea. It mentions an anticipated economic growth in 2014 along with independence on exports while domestic demand stimulates. It notes its registration of sustainable trade surpluses and amelioration of the labor market. It also presents a chart depicting its real gross domestic product (GDP), consumer price index and unemployment rate from 2010-2018.

A report is presented on the macroeconomic and political risk prospects in Southern Africa as of June 2014. Topics include South Africa's gross domestic product, loan and asset growth in the banking sector in the region, limits to interest rate reduction due to inflationary pressures in Angola, and the 2014 election in Mozambique. Other topics include investment and private consumption, the Zimbabwean economy's lack of liquidity, and Africa's agricultural sector.

The article provides information on the political risk and macroeconomic prospects in the Middle East as of May 2014. It discusses the economic growth prospects for Dubai, United Arab Emirates as it records the fastest gross domestic product (GDP) growth, the foreign policy of Qatar under Emir Tamim's leadership, and the talks on nuclear programme of Iran. Consumer price inflation trend in Kuwait, the weak fiscal prospects for Bahrain, and the GDP growth for Saudi Arabia are also discussed.

The article offers information on the political risk and macroeconomic prospects in Latin America as of April 2014. Among the topics discussed include fiscal position of Chile that may cause bond issuances, weak gross domestic product and external demand, and goods trade surplus in Argentina. Moreover, several charts are presented which provide information on average inflation, fiscal deficit, and weakest retail sales since 2012.

Information on the political risk and macroeconomic prospects in different countries in Asia as of March 2014 is presented. Prediction on the respective economic activities in different regions such as the Philippines, Singapore, and Malaysia is made. A forecast on the gross domestic product (GDP) movement, inflation level, and political scenarios in each region is also provided.

This publication provides an outlook on political risk and macroeconomic fundamentals in the Caribbean in 2014. Topics covered include an upgrade in real gross domestic product (GDP) growth in the Dominican Republic, political polarisation in Guyana which affects reform in corruption and infrastructure, and momentum in economic reform in Jamaica. Also mentioned are the implications of higher developed-market bond yields and global economic rebalancing on export performance of the region.

This publication presents an outlook on political risk and macroeconomic fundamentals in Central America in 2014. Topics covered include spending to support gross domestic product (GDP) growth in Guatemala, an increase in fiscal deficit in Panama, and the challenge of political unrest on the victory of Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández. Also mentioned are the implications of higher developed-market bond yields and global economic rebalancing for export performance of the region.

The article provides an overview of the political risk and macroeconomic prospects for Central Europe and Baltics States for January 2014. Details about the ability of the government to rule in light of its two-seat majority in Poland, the increase of the gross domestic product (GDP) in Czech Republic and the prudent fiscal policy in Lithuania are discussed. The political, economic and business environment risks in the said regions are also presented.

The article discusses political, economic and financial risks in Turkey as of June 2014. Topics discussed include the results of the local elections in March, the growth of real gross domestic product (GDP) in 2014, and impact of the Iraqi political unrest on Turkey's economy as Iraq is a major export market of Turkey. Also discussed are the possible actions of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan if he wins the presidential elections in August.

The article discusses political, economic and financial risks in Syria in 2014. Topics discussed include threats posed by the Islamic State in Iraq and Syria (ISIS) to the stability of the government lead by President Bashar al-Assad, the possibility that the Syrian economy will contract in 2014, and a decline in gross domestic product (GDP) growth.