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EU and US on the Brink of Historic Trade Deal: Final Negotiations Underway

The European Commission aims to finalize a trade deal with the US before August 1, with negotiations possibly concluding in the coming days. A proposed 10% base tariff excludes cer...

Economy

ECB's de Guindos Optimistic About Euro's Future Stability and Its Impact on Eurozone Growth

ECB Vice President Luis de Guindos expresses hope for the euro's stabilization to mitigate negative impacts on Eurozone growth, while also discussing its potential as a global rese...

Economy

US Wholesale Inventories See a 0.3% Dip in May, Signaling Economic Shifts

US wholesale inventories fell by 0.3% in May to $905.5 billion, with a year-over-year increase of 1.4%. Merchant wholesalers' sales also dropped by 0.3% monthly but rose 4.8% annua...

Economy

Surge in US Crude Inventories: A 7.1M Barrel Increase Sparks Market Attention

The EIA reports a 7.1 million barrel increase in US commercial crude oil inventories, now 8% below the five-year average. Refinery operations slightly decreased, while gasoline pro...

Economy

President Trump Firm on Tariff Deadline: No Extensions Beyond August 1, 2025

President Donald Trump has firmly stated that the deadline for new reciprocal tariffs will not be extended beyond August 1, 2025, reversing his earlier hints at flexibility. This m...

Economy

U.S. to Impose 200% Tariff on Pharmaceuticals After One-Year Grace Period, Trump Announces

U.S. President Donald Trump announces a 200% tariff on pharmaceuticals after a one-year grace period, with potential exemptions for semiconductors and a 50% tariff on copper. The m...

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Singapore Announces Generous Cash Payouts and MediSave Top-Ups for Over 1.5 Million Eligible Citizens

Singapore is set to provide cash payouts of up to S$850 and MediSave top-ups for over 1.5 million eligible citizens, including seniors, as part of the GSTV scheme adjustments to re...

Economy

BoE Report: UK Firms Show Resilience Against Potential Higher Tariffs and Global Shocks

The Bank of England's latest report underscores the resilience of UK firms against higher tariffs and global economic shocks, with the banking sector also showing flexibility in mo...