Economy

The latest news and insights on economic trends and global markets.

January 26, 2026

Carney warns of global rupture as old order fades

Davos speech signals shift in global power dynamics Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered a stark assessment of the global landscape at the World Economic Forum in Davos, warning that the international

January 23, 2026

Yen volatility fuels intervention speculation

Sharp moves spark talk of official action The Japanese yen saw erratic trading on Friday after two abrupt surges triggered speculation that authorities may have carried out so-called rate checks, a step

January 15, 2026

UK economy beats forecasts with solid November growth

Stronger than expected rebound after October contraction The UK economy expanded by 0.3% in November, outperforming market expectations and marking a rebound after an unexpected contraction in the previous month, according to

US banks close strong quarter as loan demand rises

by Jamie Spencer

Loan growth lifts profits at major lenders Major U.S. banks reported stronger profits in the fourth quarter, supported by rising loan demand that signals continued resilience in the American economy. Investors closely

January 14, 2026

World Bank lifts 2026 growth outlook, warns on imbalance

by Jamie Spencer

Global economy shows resilience but remains fragile The global economy is proving more resilient than previously expected, with growth in 2026 now forecast to come in slightly higher than estimated last June,

January 13, 2026

Dollar edges higher as jobs report looms

by Jamie Spencer

The U.S. dollar traded slightly higher against major peer currencies on Thursday, including the Japanese yen, as investors waited for Friday’s key nonfarm payrolls report. The data is expected to provide fresh

January 8, 2026

Brazil inflation likely slowed again in December

by Jamie Spencer

Brazil’s annual inflation rate likely eased further in December, according to a Reuters poll, marking the second consecutive month below the upper limit of the central bank’s target range. The Banco Central

January 8, 2026

Five policy forces set to shape the U.S. economy in 2026

by Jamie Spencer

AI investment and the labor market Artificial intelligence is set to remain one of the most closely watched forces in the U.S. economy in 2026. Key questions include whether warnings about AI-driven

January 6, 2026

Lower mortgage rates improve affordability for US homebuyers

by Jamie Spencer

Prices stabilize as rates fall Mortgage rates have declined, home prices are easing, and more properties are coming onto the market, improving affordability conditions for US homebuyers. Despite these shifts, saving for

December 31, 2025

Fed Minutes Show Caution on Further Rate Cuts in 2026

by Jamie Spencer

Divisions emerge within the Federal Reserve Several officials at the U.S. Federal Reserve expressed reluctance to support additional interest rate cuts in 2026, according to minutes from the central bank’s most recent

December 30, 2025

U.S. Factory Output Stalls as Auto Production Slows

by Jamie Spencer

Manufacturing shows little momentum in November U.S. factory production was flat in November, signaling continued weakness in the manufacturing sector as declines in vehicle output offset gains elsewhere. Data released by the

December 23, 2025

Bank of England Ends 2025 With Narrow Rate Cut

by Jamie Spencer

A closely split decision to ease policy The Bank of England delivered its final monetary policy decision of 2025 with a narrowly approved interest rate cut. The nine-member Monetary Policy Committee voted

December 18, 2025

Japan faces economic setback as exports weaken

by Jamie Spencer

GDP slips in the third quarter Japan’s economy shrank at an annualized pace of 2.3 percent between July and September, reflecting a 0.6 percent decline from the previous quarter. Revised figures from

December 8, 2025

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