Question 1

As of May 2026, what was the total registered foreign direct investment (FDI) in Vietnam, and what was the year-on-year percentage increase?

Accepted Answer

US$24.81 billion, a 34.9% increase

Question 2

What is the projected inflation rate for Malaysia in 2026, according to the Economy Ministry?

Accepted Answer

Between 1.5% and 2.5%

Question 3

The Bank of Thailand has revised its 2026 economic growth forecast upwards. What is the new projected GDP growth rate?

Accepted Answer

2.0%

Question 4

According to the World Bank's "Indonesia Economic Prospects, June 2026" report, what was the GDP growth rate for Indonesia in the first quarter of 2026?

Accepted Answer

5.6 percent

Question 5

In Singapore, as of June 2026, what is the highest advertised annual interest rate for a 12-month fixed deposit, and which institution offers it?

Accepted Answer

1.60% p.a. from GXS

Question 6

Which sector remained the leading sector for foreign direct investment in Vietnam during the first five months of 2026, attracting the largest share of new capital?

Accepted Answer

Processing and manufacturing

Question 7

According to the Joint Standing Committee on Commerce, Industry and Banking (JSCCIB) of Thailand, what is the revised export growth forecast for 2026?

Accepted Answer

8–10%

Question 8

What was Malaysia's inflation rate recorded at, which is noted as being much lower than the global inflation forecast of around 4.3%?

Accepted Answer

1.9 per cent

Question 9

What is the projected 10-year average return for the Singapore Savings Bonds (SBJUN26) as of April 2026?

Accepted Answer

2.11% p.a.

Question 10

Which of the following countries saw its shares experience the biggest daily foreign inflows in nearly six years on June 16, 2026?

Accepted Answer

Vietnam

Question 11

The International Energy Agency (IEA) report on Southeast Asia highlights that an overreliance on oil and gas transported through which critical strait has exposed the region to significant risks?

Accepted Answer

Strait of Hormuz

Question 12

What was the total value of realized investment in Indonesia during the first quarter of 2026?

Accepted Answer

Rp498.8 trillion (US$28.18 billion)

Question 13

According to AMRO's assessment on June 16, 2026, how were ASEAN+3 public finances described in the first quarter of 2026, despite emerging signs of stress?

Accepted Answer

Resilient

Question 14

Which Vietnamese company was recognized for the first time in the 2026 Fortune Southeast Asia 500 ranking, holding the 148th position?

Accepted Answer

Vietnam National Chemical Group (Vinachem)

Question 15

What is the projected GDP growth rate for Thailand in 2026, according to the International Monetary Fund (IMF)?

Accepted Answer

1.5%

ASEAN Financial Pulse: FDI Surges in Vietnam, Malaysia Inflation Stable, and Thailand's Growth Forecasts Update - Mid-June 2026

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