Question 1

In March 2026, which Asian country experienced the largest monthly net foreign outflows from its bond market, reaching US$7.25 billion, primarily due to oil-linked inflation fears?

Accepted Answer

South Korea

Question 2

Bank Indonesia maintained its policy rate unchanged at 4.75% in April 2026. What was the primary reason cited for this decision, despite a desire to support economic growth?

Accepted Answer

Concerns about the weakness of the rupiah

Question 3

What was the forecasted GDP growth rate for Vietnam in 2026, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) report released in April 2026?

Accepted Answer

7.2%

Question 4

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported a significant profit jump for the January-March quarter of 2026. What factor was identified as a key driver for this strong performance?

Accepted Answer

Strong demand driven by the artificial intelligence boom

Question 5

In March 2026, Thailand's trade balance swung to a deficit. What was the reported deficit amount, and what was the primary reason for imports outpacing exports?

Accepted Answer

USD 3.34 billion; increased demand for energy and components

Question 6

What was the projected GDP growth rate for Malaysia in 2026, as revised upward by the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in its April 2026 World Economic Outlook?

Accepted Answer

4.7%

Question 7

The Philippines' inflation rate surged to 4.1% in March 2026. What was the primary sector contributing to this sharp increase?

Accepted Answer

Transport

Question 8

According to the ASEAN+3 Macroeconomic Research Office (AMRO) report released in April 2026, what was the forecasted economic growth rate for the ASEAN and East Asia region for both 2026 and 2027?

Accepted Answer

4.0%

Question 9

In April 2026, the Bank of Japan's Monetary Policy Meeting is expected to maintain the policy rate. What is the current range of the uncollateralized overnight call rate that officials will discuss?

Accepted Answer

0.50% - 0.75%

Question 10

What was the forecasted inflation rate for Vietnam in 2026, as per the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) report released in April 2026?

Accepted Answer

4.0%

Question 11

In April 2026, Malaysia reported a significant number of retrenchments in the first 16 days of the month. How many workers were retrenched during this period?

Accepted Answer

4,708

Question 12

As of April 20, 2026, what were the approximate percentage increases in gasoline and diesel prices from pre-conflict levels in the Philippines, as reported by BMI?

Accepted Answer

Gasoline: 57.6%, Diesel: 118.4%

Question 13

Which Asian country's bond market saw foreign investors net selling US$1.8 billion in March 2026 due to inflation concerns?

Accepted Answer

Indonesia

Question 14

Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) announced that its newest A13 chip is set to enter volume production in which year?

Accepted Answer

2029

Question 15

The IMF forecast Vietnam's GDP measured by Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) to reach US$2.025 trillion in 2026, surpassing several Southeast Asian economies to rank second. Which economy is projected to remain the largest by PPP?

Accepted Answer

Indonesia

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