Gross Domestic Product
Coverage of Gross Domestic Product in the Nexus archive.
- Japan Drives Asia Offshore Bonds to Record, Surpassing China Era
Japan is driving Asia's offshore bonds to a record, surpassing the China era. Japan is set to release its fourth-quarter GDP figures on February 17, 2025.
- MSMEs key driver behind country’s economic development, says NTR Collector
The NTR Collector states that Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) are a key driver of the country’s economic development. Lakshmisha highlights their role in boosting GDP through local talent absorption, self-employment promotion, and industrial growth.
- Namibia: Central Bank Warns Against Rising Public Debt
Namibia's public debt could reach 70% of GDP by the end of the current financial year if the government does not implement spending reforms, according to a warning from the Central Bank.
- South Africa: GDP Increases By 0,5 Percent in the First Quarter of 2026
South Africa's GDP grew by 0.5% in the first quarter of 2026, according to Statistics South Africa. The increase suggests the economy is maintaining positive momentum.
- China Trading Tycoon Loses $1.7 Billion in One Day After Curbs
A Chinese trading tycoon lost $1.7 billion in a single day following regulatory curbs, with Hong Kong set to release GDP data the next day. A Futu Securities store in Hong Kong's Tsim Sha Tsui area was mentioned in the report.
- Singapore’s economy grows on back of AI boom, defying Iran war slowdown
Singapore’s economy expanded 1% in Q1 2024, driven by the global AI boom boosting manufacturing and services, despite higher crude prices. This growth exceeded the government’s 0.3% contraction forecast and outperformed median expectations.
- Vietnam Inflation Quickens as Iran War Raises Energy Costs
Vietnam's inflation is accelerating due to rising energy costs linked to the Iran war. The country is set to release its annual GDP figures on March 29, 2023.
- US debt exceeds 100 percent of GDP
The U.S. national debt surpassed 100% of GDP in March 2023, reaching 100.2%, with potential to exceed the post-WWII record of 106% of GDP. The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported this data, highlighting concerns over rising debt levels.
- Rising Yield Outlook Makes Japan’s Life Insurers Go Slow on JGBs
Japan's life insurers are adopting a cautious approach to Japanese Government Bonds (JGBs) due to a rising yield outlook. The country is set to release its fourth-quarter GDP figures on February 17, 2025.
- CAAT Pension Earns 8.4% as Stock Gains Outweigh Weak PE Returns
The CAAT Pension Fund achieved an 8.4% return as stock market gains offset weaker performance from private equity investments. Canada is set to release its gross domestic product (GDP) data on February 27, 2026.
- India Widens Russian Insurance List as Iran War Hurts Oil Flows
India has expanded its list of Russian insurance providers amid tensions with Iran affecting oil flows. The country's GDP growth slowed to a three-year low in the April-June quarter, though the Goods and Services Tax (GST) is expected to improve productivity in the long term.