The coronavirus outbreak in northern Italy is stoking fears that the Italian economy will see its second consecutive quarter of negative growth.

Agreement with bondholders to restructure $35bn-worth of debt could mark a turning point for the Caribbean island’s struggling economy.

Malawi’s judiciary has stood up for democracy, but it is unclear what is in store next for this small east African economy. 

Former Soviet state Belarus is continuing its modernisation efforts as it leans away from Russia, as Marie Kemplay reports.

There was a significant increase in bonds issued with environmental or social objectives attached in 2019.

Following a difficult 18 months, there are hopes that Turkey’s economic performance may start to improve and its banks may increase lending. 

After five decades of relative stability, Oman has a new sultan, posing interesting questions about the country’s future direction.

The listing of giant oil company Saudi Aramco broke several records and quadrupled the market capitalisation of Saudi Arabia’s stock exchange. 

Much like Pakistan’s economy as whole, performance at its banks has been lacklustre.

As Angola makes tentative steps towards a stronger economy, improvements in asset quality are still needed at its banks. Marie Kemplay reports.