The strengthening of the dollar and its effects on emerging markets
The Dollar has just gone up by around 19%, according to the Dollar Index (DXY), which is measures the strength of the USD relative to a basket of other foreign currencies. This simply means that it is now more expensive to buy dollars, and dollars can buy more of other currencies. To put things into […]
Everything you need to know about Stagflation – and is it happening in Malaysia?
Key terms: What is Core CPI? The Core Consumer Price Index (CPI) measures the changes in price for consumer goods, except for food and energy. This measure is used instead of the normal CPI, since it better reflects long-term inflation, as food and energy prices are relatively more volatile. What is GDP? Gross Domestic Product […]