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James Parker
James Parker has lived in Beijing for eight years and has worked at both foreign and domestic financial institutions. He is also engaged in consulting in the areas of international economics and international political risk, and teaches post-graduate finance courses for various UK Universities.
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January 15, 2014
Indian Inflation Eases Slightly
By James Parker
But inflationary pressures built into the economy complicate matters for the Reserve Bank.
January 09, 2014
China Tackles Statistics Reform
By James Parker
The chief statistician announces plans to tackle the country’s notoriously dodgy figures.
January 06, 2014
Another Challenging Year Awaits for India’s Economy
By James Parker
Lower growth rates and stubborn inflation will keep the Reserve Bank of India on its toes.
January 02, 2014
China’s Rebalancing: A Transition to Slower Growth
By James Parker
China looks set to post slower growth in 2014, as its economic rebalancing continues.
December 31, 2013
China Faces Local Debt Conundrum in 2014
By James Parker
An audit shows local government debt at a level that requires action.
December 23, 2013
China Faces Cash Crunch Again
By James Parker
Short-term borrowing costs jump as the central bank tries to reform the credit market.
December 16, 2013
China Focuses on Local Government Debt
By James Parker
A key economic conference highlights Beijing’s concerns about the buildup of debt at the local government level.
December 15, 2013
Death Dealing Company Attracts Investor Interest
By James Parker
Investors flock to an IPO by a Shanghai company specializing in the burgeoning death care market.
December 07, 2013
Qantas in Trouble
By James Parker
Australia’s international airline is downgraded to junk status, as the government rejects calls for subsidies.
December 06, 2013
China as Unsure About Bitcoin as Everyone Else
By James Parker
Although it has announced new controls, it is unclear what direction Chinese authorities will take with the virtual currency.
December 02, 2013
IPO Changes Imminent in China?
By James Parker
A weekend statement by the China Securities Regulatory Commission suggests that a reformed IPO market may soon reopen.
November 28, 2013
Instability Hits Thailand’s Economy
By James Parker
Markets take note of the escalating protests as the Bank of Thailand makes a surprise rate cut.