The cost of living the good life

Article Abstract:

Comparison of the cost of 16 consumer products indicates great differences in the cost of living between 12 Asian cities. The cities are: Tokyo, Japan; Seoul, South Korea; Taipei, Taiwan; Peking, China; Hongkong; Singapore; Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Bangkok, Thailand; Jakarta, Indonesia; Manila, the Philippines; Hanoi, Vietnam; and New Delhi, India. Tokyo continues to be the most expensive, while many products are unavailable in New Delhi. Even well-known brands vary considerably in price from place to place.

International aspects, Illustration, Cost and standard of living, Cost of living, Consumer price indexes

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Coming to grips with hedge funds

Article Abstract:

This aricle discusses the proliferation of hedge funds in Asia.The author cautions that several new entrants lack key skills and fund performance could suffer.

Asia, Evaluation, Hedge funds

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