Tag: Debt Management
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Purbaya’s Strategy to Cut Indonesia’s Deficit as Debt Reaches Rp9,138 Trillion
Indonesia Sets a Strategy to Reduce the Deficit as Debt Climbs Indonesia’s national finance leadership, led by Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa, is outlining a strategy to tame a rising government debt burden. Data show the central government’s debt reaching Rp9,138.05 trillion by the end of the first semester in 2025, a level the ministry…
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Purbaya’s Plan to Reduce Deficit as Indonesia Debt Rises
Purbaya Sets a Deficit-Reduction Path Amid Rising Debt As Indonesia’s public debt nears a sizable threshold, Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa has outlined a strategy focused on targeted spending and revenue enhancement to reduce the budget deficit and stabilize the nation’s fiscal health. The debt figure, reported as Rp9,138.05 trillion by the end of the…
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Purbaya’s Strategy to Cut Deficit as Indonesia Debt Rises
Indonesia Targets a Leaner Path to Deficit Reduction As Indonesia’s government debt climbs to Rp9,138.05 trillion by the end of the first semester in 2025, Finance Minister Purbaya Yudhi Sadewa unveiled a multi-pronged strategy aimed at narrowing the budget deficit. The central idea is to empower faster economic growth and boost state revenues through targeted…
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DEPDev Chief Balisacan Pushes Stricter Tax Enforcement Over VAT Cuts and Holiday Proposals
Policy stance: Prioritizing enforcement over tax holidays Department of Economy, Planning, and Development (DEPDev) Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan underscored a clear preference for tightening the grip on existing tax measures rather than introducing new reliefs such as tax holidays or lowering the 12% value-added tax (VAT). Speaking at the European-Philippine Business Dialogue (EPDB) during the…
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Balisacan Pushes Stricter Tax Enforcement Over Holidays and VAT Cuts in Philippines Fiscal Strategy
Shoring up revenues over tax holidays In a recent public briefing, DEPDev Secretary Arsenio M. Balisacan signaled a clear preference for tightening enforcement of existing tax measures rather than granting new tax holidays or pursuing immediate VAT reductions. Speaking on the sidelines of the European-Philippine Business Dialogue, he argued that preserving and strengthening the revenue…
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Pakistan IMF Review Talks Begin on $7 Billion Loan Program
Overview: IMF Kick-off in Pakistan An IMF mission formally launched its review of Pakistan’s economic program, signaling the start of the biannual assessment of the $7 billion Extended Financing Facility (EFF) and the $1.1 billion Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). The session, reported by Dawn on September 30, 2025, followed a preliminary kick-off meeting on…
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The Threat of a New Euro Crisis: What Investors Should Know
Understanding the Current Economic Climate With political leaders like François Bayrou warning about the looming threat of a Euro crisis, investors are left wondering about the stability of their portfolios. The characterization of French national debt as a “silent and invisible bleeding” raises concerns that ripple through the entire Eurozone. But what does this mean…
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Fluminense SAF: Investment Plan and Debt Solutions
Introduction to Fluminense SAF The Fluminense Football Club recently introduced its proposed Sociedade Anônima do Futebol (SAF), seeking to revolutionize its financial structure. Spearheaded by the company LZ Sports, this plan aims for an impressive total investment of R$ 6.9 billion over the next few years. With this ambitious strategy, the club intends to enhance…
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Pakistan’s Historic Rs2.6 Trillion Debt Repayment Ahead of Schedule
In a remarkable achievement for Pakistan’s economic landscape, the Advisor to the Finance Minister, Khurram Schehzad, announced on Sunday that the country has successfully repaid a staggering Rs2.6 trillion in public debt significantly ahead of the scheduled timeline. This early repayment marks a pivotal moment for Pakistan, showcasing the government’s commitment to stabilizing the nation’s…