economy
The consumer prices increased by 2.7 percent year-on-year in February 2023
The yen weanked past the 154 range vs dollar
Driven by lower growth in the prices of food, services, tobacco, energy, and manufactured products
The country’s economic growth estimates align with the state budget, slightly lower than election promises
Brent crude futures for June delivery gained 48 cents, or 0.5 percent, settling at $90.58 per barrel
Region must tackle important structural reform agenda to ensure peace and stability
Region expected to grow by less than 3 percent in 2024
