Question 1

Which Asian country's stock market (KRX) will observe a holiday on August 17, 2026, for Liberation Day?

Accepted Answer

South Korea

Question 2

The Bank of Japan is scheduled to release the 'Principal Views' following its July Monetary Policy Meeting on which date in August 2026?

Accepted Answer

August 10th

Question 3

InvestOps Asia 2026, a key event for investment operations leaders, is scheduled to take place in which Southeast Asian city in August 2026?

Accepted Answer

Singapore

Question 4

In August 2026, South Korea's economic calendar includes the release of S&P Global Manufacturing PMI for which month?

Accepted Answer

July

Question 5

Which of the following major economic data releases from China is typically scheduled for early August 2026, following the July data release?

Accepted Answer

Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI)

Question 6

The Asian Development Bank (ADB) is set to release its 'Asian Development Outlook July 2026' which provides economic forecasts for developing countries. Which subregion's growth forecast for 2026 is projected to be 4.6% in this report?

Accepted Answer

Southeast Asia

Question 7

Indonesia's President Prabowo announced a new export control regime for coal, palm oil, and ferroalloys. When did Government Regulation 26 of 2026, detailing this regime, come into effect?

Accepted Answer

July 2026

Question 8

According to the latest available data for May 2026, India's inflation rate stood at 3.93%. Which of the following categories has a significant weight in India's Consumer Price Index (CPI) basket?

Accepted Answer

Food and Beverages

Question 9

The APEC (Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation) will host the 'Third Senior Officials' Meeting and Related Meetings' in which city in August 2026?

Accepted Answer

Dalian

Question 10

Taiwan's export data for May 2026 showed a significant surge in exports to which country, representing a substantial increase in its proportion of Taiwan's total exports?

Accepted Answer

Singapore

Question 11

Which major Asian economy is planning sweeping tax incentives, including a potential 0% income tax rate for some businesses and foreign experts, for a proposed international financial centre?

Accepted Answer

Indonesia

Question 12

In August 2026, there are several finance conferences scheduled in Bangkok. Which of the following is NOT a confirmed conference topic based on available information?

Accepted Answer

Real Estate Investment

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