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France's April Inflation Holds Steady at 0.8%, Energy Prices See Sharp Decline

France's inflation rate in April was confirmed at 0.8%, with energy prices dropping sharply by 7.8% and food prices rising by 1.2%. Core inflation remained stable at 1.3%, while th...

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April Sees a Slight Uptick in Swiss Producer and Import Prices, Signaling Economic Movements

In April, Switzerland's Producer and Import Price Index rose by 0.1%, with the Producer Price Index increasing by 0.2%. Key factors included higher machinery prices, while orthoped...

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Significant Reduction in UK Trade Deficit: A Closer Look at the £6.6B Q1 Improvement

The UK's trade deficit has notably decreased to £6.6 billion in Q1, indicating a potential positive shift in the nation's economic dynamics and global trade standing.

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Surprising Growth: UK Economy Expands by 0.7% in Early 2025, Outpacing Expectations

The UK's GDP grew by 0.7% in Q1 2025, exceeding expectations. The services sector grew by 0.7%, production by 1.1%, while construction showed no growth. Yearly, the economy expande...

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UK Industrial Production Takes a Hit: A 0.7% Decline in March Sparks Economic Concerns

The UK's industrial production fell by 0.7% in March, causing concern among economists about the potential impact on the broader economy. This article explores the implications of ...

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US Regulators Set to Ease Post-Crisis Bank Capital Rules in Major Policy Shift

US regulators are planning to ease the supplementary leverage ratio (SLR), a key post-2008 financial crisis rule, potentially excluding low-risk assets like Treasuries. A formal pr...

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South Korea's Fiscal Deficit Soars to 61.3 Trillion Won in Q1, Marking the Second-Highest in History

South Korea's fiscal deficit hit 61.3 trillion won in Q1, the second-highest on record, with tax revenues up but expenditures slightly down. The managed fiscal balance and central ...

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Australia's Job Market Holds Steady: Unemployment Rate Stays at 4.1% in April

Australia's unemployment rate remained steady at 4.1% in April, with 89,000 jobs added. Full-time employment rose by 59,500, while part-time employment increased by 29,500. The emp...