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US Mortgage Applications Plummet by 8.5% Amid Rising Interest Rates and Economic Uncertainty

Mortgage applications in the U.S. dropped by 8.5% as interest rates rose, with purchase and refinance indexes also declining. Economic uncertainty is causing hesitation among buyer...

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Global Economy on a Recessionary Path: UNCTAD Warns of Slowing Growth to 2.3% in 2025

UNCTAD warns the global economy is on a recessionary path, with growth possibly slowing to 2.3% in 2025 due to trade tensions and policy shocks. The US, UK, and EU face low growth,...

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Surprising 1.4% Surge in US Retail Sales Marks Strongest March in Years

US retail sales grew by 1.4% in March, reaching $734.9 billion, exceeding expectations. Motor vehicle and parts dealers led the surge with an 8.8% increase, while nonstore retailer...

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US Business Inventories Show Steady Growth with a 0.2% Increase in February

US business inventories saw a 0.2% rise in February, totaling $2,590 billion, with a 2.1% annual increase, indicating steady economic growth.

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March Sees a Surprising 1.4% Surge in US Retail Sales, Defying Economic Expectations

US retail sales grew by 1.4% in March, reaching $734.9 billion, with a 4.6% increase from March 2024. Motor vehicle and parts dealers led the growth with an 8.8% jump, while nonsto...

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Italy's Inflation Climbs to 1.9% in March: A Slight Increase from February's Figures

Italy's inflation rate rose to 1.9% in March, up from 1.6% in February, with the CPI increasing by 0.3% monthly and core prices up by 1.7% year-over-year. The HICP also saw growth.

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China Condemns White House Over New Tariff Policies and National Security Probe

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian criticized the White House for new tariffs up to 245% and a national security probe into imports, asserting China's right to defend i...

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President Trump Set to Engage in Crucial Tariff and Defense Talks with Japan Today

US President Donald Trump is set to discuss trade tariffs and defense expenses with Japanese officials, aiming for a deal beneficial to both nations. Despite Japan's significant in...