A surprisingly strong rebound in private consumption in the second quarter of this year lifted Japan’s economy out of a deep contraction in the previous quarter.

Weaker goods exports, as tariffs rise and US growth slows, will be the main impact, although this is unlikely to become a significant drag until the second half of 2025.

Violent protests have continued in Bangladesh, largely targeting members of the previously ruling Awami League (AL), as well as the country’s religious minority groups, including Hindus, Buddhists and Christians. Muhammad Yunus, the new head of the country’s interim government, has condemned the violence,

India’s share of world GDP remains low, at about 3% in 2023, compared with its 18% share of the world’s population. This highlights significant scope for further economic development.

EIU forecasts that the US labour market will remain strong by historical standards, but will continue to weaken in the second half of 2024. 

EIU expects Donald Trump to win the US election in November. As a large and diverse region, Asia may face varied exposure to policy shifts under a potential second Trump presidency.

As EIU expects the former president, Donald Trump, to win the next presidential election in November, it’s crucial to understand how the US will approach foreign policy towards the Middle East—especially amid the Israel-Hamas war.

Saudi Arabia will continue efforts to diversify military procurement away from the US, prioritising countries and companies willing to commit to local manufacturing and technology transfer to enhance long‑term security and boost domestic industrial growth

EIU’s industry experts discuss the upcoming US elections and how they will affect global financial services.

EIU’s industry experts discuss the upcoming US elections and how they will affect global financial services. Our panel will delve into anticipated regulatory shifts, market reactions and the broader economic implications of Trump’s policies.

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