Economy - Page 26

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

June 1, 2026

U.S. Manufacturing Hits Four-Year High

Factory Activity Beats Expectations U.S. manufacturing activity increased more than expected in May, reaching its highest level in four years as companies rushed to place orders amid rising prices, shortages and disruptions

May 28, 2026

Net-Zero Industries Boost Scotland’s Economy

Green Sector Supports 105,000 Jobs Net-zero-related industries are supporting more than 105,000 jobs in Scotland and contributing £10.2bn to the economy, according to new industry research. The jobs include roles in building

May 27, 2026

Food Insecurity Rises In K-Shaped Economy

New York Fed Warns Of Growing Strain The K-shaped economy is now being linked to a sharp increase in food insecurity, according to a new blog post from the Federal Reserve Bank

Japan’s Exports Hit Record as Trade Deficit Shrinks 44%

by Jamie Spencer

What Happened Japan recorded its highest-ever exports in 2024, while its annual trade deficit shrank 44% from the previous year, according to the Finance Ministry. Key Trade Figures Trade Trends Trump Tariff

January 23, 2025

Dollar Holds Steady as Markets Await Trump’s Tariff Decision

by Jamie Spencer

What Happened The U.S. dollar remained flat on Wednesday after touching a two-week low, as investors awaited concrete details on President Donald Trump’s proposed tariff plans. The greenback had recently hit a

January 22, 2025

New Zealand Inflation Holds Steady at 2.2% in Q4

by Jamie Spencer

What Happened New Zealand’s annual inflation rate remained unchanged at 2.2% in the fourth quarter of 2024, defying expectations of a slight decline to 2.1%, according to data released by Statistics New

January 22, 2025

Germany at Economic Crossroads Amid Stagnation & Elections

by Jamie Spencer

What Happened Germany’s economy has contracted for two consecutive years and faces stagnation in 2025, with long-term growth projected at an anemic 0.4% annually, according to the German Council of Economic Experts.

January 21, 2025

Mexico’s Inflation May Drop Below 4% in January – Official

by Jamie Spencer

What Happened Deputy central bank governor Jonathan Heath told newspaper Excelsior on Monday that Mexico’s headline and core inflation rates are expected to fall below 4% in January. Heath emphasized that the

January 21, 2025

China’s Exports Surge in December, But U.S. Tariff Risks Loom

by Jamie Spencer

Trade Gains Driven by Preemptive Shipping Ahead of Trump Policies China’s exports accelerated in December, with imports also showing signs of recovery, as factories rushed inventory overseas in anticipation of heightened trade

January 20, 2025

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Bank of Japan Set to Raise Interest Rates Amid Global Uncertainty

by Jamie Spencer

BOJ Expected to Tighten Policy for First Time Since 2023 The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is widely expected to raise interest rates on Friday, barring any unexpected market turmoil tied to U.S.

January 20, 2025

UK Retail Sales Fall in December, Raising Recession Fears

by Jamie Spencer

Unexpected Drop in Retail Sales Stokes Economic Concerns British retail sales fell unexpectedly by 0.3% in December, according to Office for National Statistics (ONS) data released on Friday. The decline, which follows

January 17, 2025

China’s Economy Grew 5% in 2024, But Growth Remains Uneven

by Jamie Spencer

China Hits Growth Target, But At What Cost? China’s economy expanded by 5% in 2024, matching Beijing’s official growth target, but underlying economic weaknesses persist, raising concerns about the sustainability of its

January 17, 2025

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U.S. Producer Prices Rise Less Than Expected in December, Inflation Shows Signs of Easing

by Jamie Spencer

Moderate Inflation Trends U.S. producer prices rose 0.2% in December, slightly below the 0.3% increase economists had anticipated, according to the Labor Department’s report on Tuesday. This follows a 0.4% rise in

January 15, 2025

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