Asian economy

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Asia analysts predict biggest profit drop since pandemic started

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Asia's factories squeezed by higher prices, weak demand

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Stronger dollar is more worrisome than inflation for Asia, economist says

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Euro, Hong Kong dollar, US dollar, Japanese yen, pound and Chinese 100 yuan banknotes are seen in this picture illustration, January 21, 2016. REUTERS/Jason Lee/Illustration/File Photo
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Stocks, commodities pare losses but growth worries cloud outlook

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IMF warns of 'stagflationary' risks in Asia, cuts growth outlook

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Asia braces for growth hit from Ukraine-driven inflation shock

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