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

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April 16, 2026

China’s Economy Started Strong, But Risks Are Building

China opened the year with stronger-than-expected economic growth, helped largely by resilient exports and solid industrial activity. Gross domestic product expanded by 5% in the first quarter, accelerating from 4.5% in the
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April 15, 2026

China Exports Slow As Iran War Clouds Demand

China’s export machine lost momentum in March, offering a fresh sign that the global backdrop is becoming less supportive for one of the country’s most important growth engines. Overseas shipments rose by
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April 10, 2026

Consumer confidence hits a new low

American consumers turned sharply more pessimistic in April as the economic fallout from the Iran war fed through into sentiment, inflation fears and confidence in the months ahead. The latest University of
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U.S. Consumer Sentiment Hits Six-Month High

Improvement masks growing economic divide U.S. consumer sentiment climbed to its highest level in six months in February, marking a third consecutive monthly increase. The uptick, however, masked persistent concerns about job
February 6, 2026
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Dollar edges higher as jobs report looms

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