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financeHong Kong Q1 GDP Surges 5.9%, Government Holds 2026 Forecast Steady
Hong Kong's Q1 GDP grew 5.9% year-on-year, driven by strong exports and private consumption. The government keeps its 2026 growth forecast at 2.5%-3.5%.
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financeWorld Bank: Vietnam Growth to Slow to 6.8% in 2026
Vietnam's GDP growth decelerates from 8% to 6.8% as risks remain. World Bank report.
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financeWhite House: Opening 401(k)s to Private Markets Could Boost GDP by $35B
The Council of Economic Advisers projects a $35 billion annual GDP boost if 401(k) holders can invest in private equity and crypto.
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financeIndonesia's Economy Beats Forecasts with 5.61% Q1 Growth
Indonesia's Q1 GDP grew 5.61%, exceeding expectations. Driven by manufacturing, trade, and agriculture, the growth is the fastest since Q3 2022.
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healthMental Health Crisis Drains European Economies of €76 Billion Annually
OECD report reveals mental health issues cost Europe €76B each year, reducing GDP and healthy life expectancy.
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healthLong COVID's Economic Toll: Billions Lost Annually
A new study reveals the staggering annual economic cost of Long COVID across OECD countries, projected to reach over $135 billion, impacting GDP and healthcare systems.
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financeIndonesia Finance Minister Slams World Bank GDP Forecast as 'Serious Mistake'
Indonesia's Finance Minister disputes the World Bank's downgraded economic growth forecast, citing data discrepancies and potential negative market impact.
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financeEurope's Holiday Cost: When Days Off Become Economic Calculations
As European nations weigh fiscal pressures against cultural traditions, economists quantify the GDP impact of public holidays - with Denmark’s cancellation of Store Bededag for defense funding as a landmark case.