Data story, 6 February 2019
The growing trade battle that broke out in early 2018 between the United States and the People's Republic of China means GDP could fall over a period of 2-3 years.
Data story, 26 October 2018
International remittances now represent the second most important source of external funds after foreign direct investment for all developing economies, including those in Asia. What impact are they having on reducing poverty?
Data story, 25 October 2018
A recent Asian Development Bank Institute publication explores the experiences of advanced and developing economies in Europe and Asia in providing financial services to low-income households and small and medium-sized enterprises. It finds that sound regulations, financial literacy and the provision of financial education are key ingredients for effective financial inclusion.
Data story, 26 September 2018
Developing countries in Asia have created 30 million jobs annually in industry and services over the past 25 years, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) 2018: How Technology Affects Jobs.
Data story, 30 October 2017
The Asia and Pacific region's infrastructure has improved rapidly, but remains far from adequate.
Data story, 10 March 2017
Household-level poverty and development data often masks key inequalities between men and women, particularly when it comes to the control of resources and assets. A new effort is underway to take a closer look.
Data story, 12 January 2017
Countries in developing Asia have moved more quickly and in greater numbers to join the ranks of middle-income economies than anywhere else in the world over the past 50 years.