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WTO Forecasts a Slight Dip in Global Goods Trade by 2025 Amid Rising Uncertainties

The WTO revises its 2025 global merchandise trade forecast to a 0.2% contraction, with North America's exports expected to drop sharply. Risks of further decline remain if trade te...

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China Strongly Condemns US Over Imposition of New Tariffs, Vows to Protect Rights

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesperson Lin Jian criticizes the US for imposing new tariffs up to 245% and launching a national security inquiry, asserting China's right to defend it...

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President Trump Set to Discuss Trade Tariffs and Defense Costs with Japan in High-Stakes Negotiation

US President Donald Trump is set to negotiate trade tariffs and defense costs with Japanese officials, aiming for agreements beneficial to both countries. Key US officials will joi...

Economy

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.

Economy

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...