The combination of a series of geopolitical and economic shocks, including the war in Ukraine, the flare-up of Covid cases in China and the consequent supply chain disruptions has sent inflation skyrocketing. The Fed is leading the charge of global central banks tightening monetary policy to bring inflation under control. How much will these factors continue to weigh down the economic outlook for the remainder of the year? We discuss the outlook with Selena Ling the Chief Economist of OCBC Bank.

<p>The combination of a series of geopolitical and economic shocks, including the war in Ukraine, the flare-up of Covid cases in China and the consequent supply chain disruptions has sent inflation skyrocketing. The Fed is leading the charge of global central banks tightening monetary policy to bring inflation under control. How much will these factors continue to weigh down the economic outlook for the remainder of the year? We discuss the outlook with&nbsp;Selena Ling the Chief Economist of OCBC Bank.</p>

Opinion and analysis of today’s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.

<p>Opinion and analysis of today&rsquo;s international and local news that matter to Malaysians. Everything you need to know to start and plan your work.</p>

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