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• 존스 홉킨스 대학교의 경제학자 스티브 행키(Steve Hanke)가 발표한 2026년 HAMI 지수에서 싱가포르와 태국은 낮은 인플레이션, 안정적인 고용, 관리 가능한 차입 비용 및 소득 성장에 힘입어 세계에서 가장 ‘고통 없는’ 경제국 1위에 올랐습니다. • 동남아시아는 긍정적인 지표 속에서 가계가 겪는 경제적 압박이 최소화됨에 따라 세계에서 가장 ‘건강한 경제 지역’ 중 하나로 확인되었습니다. • 이 지수는 다른 지역의 높은 고통 수준과 대조되는 해당 지역의 회복력을 강조하며, 소비자 신뢰도와 투자 매력을 높이고 있습니다.

Analysis shows they are reliant on market investors such as hedge funds, which contributed $4tn last yearBusiness live – latest updatesEmerging economies are at greater risk of higher interest rates and currency shocks as a result of the Iran war because of increased reliance on market investors such as hedge funds, the International Monetary Fund has warned.The IMF’s analysis shows that a cumulative $4tn flowed into emerging markets last year from outside the formal banking sector – including from hedge funds and investment funds. Continue reading...

The Trump administration initiated a second round of tariff investigations targeting 60 economies on March 13, 2026, aiming to rebuild its trade regime amid rising protectionism. US Treasury volatility jumped to a nine-month high, fueled by inflation concerns from oil shocks and trade tensions. Daimler Truck plans to offset tariff costs by increasing US content in Mexico-assembled trucks, as stated by CFO Eva Scherer. This escalation signals potential new duties that could impact global supply chains and corporate costs.

The Trump administration has initiated a second round of tariff investigations targeting approximately 60 economies as part of efforts to reshape international trade policy on March 13, 2026. Daimler Truck revealed it is adjusting its manufacturing strategy to mitigate tariff impacts, with CFO Eva Scherer noting plans to increase U.S. content in truck assembly and shift production from Mexico to reduce tariff burdens. The tariff uncertainty has contributed to volatility in U.S. Treasury markets, which have reached nine-month highs as investors grapple with inflationary implications. Market analysts remain concerned about the combined effect of tariffs and elevated oil prices on economic growth.