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European Markets Surge as US and EU Seal Historic Trade Deal Amid Mixed Reactions

European stock markets opened higher as the US and EU announced a significant trade deal, sparking optimism despite some criticism. Key indices like DAX and CAC 40 saw notable gain...

Global Central Bank Leaders Rally Behind Powell, Emphasizing Independence Amid Political Pressure

RBI governor Sanjay Malhotra supports US Fed chief Jerome Powell amid political pressure, stressing the importance of central bank independence for economic stability and inflation...

Turkey Slashes Key Interest Rate to 43% in Bold Move to Curb Inflation and Stabilize Economy

The Central Bank of Turkey reduces its key interest rate from 46% to 43% in an effort to combat inflation and stabilize the economy, reaffirming its commitment to achieving price s...

Thailand Cracks Down on Foreign Land Ownership: A Threat to National Security?

Thailand's Ombudsman urges a crackdown on foreign nationals using nominees to illegally acquire land, highlighting risks to national security and economic stability. A comprehensiv...

Fed's Michael Barr Cautions Against Deregulation: A Warning Echoing Past Financial Crises

Federal Reserve Vice Chair Michael Barr warns against the push for bank deregulation, stressing the importance of evolving financial oversight to prevent future crises. His remarks...

India's Forex Reserves Dip by $3 Billion in Early July: A Closer Look at the Shifting Economic Landscape

India's foreign exchange reserves declined by $3.049 billion to $699.736 billion in early July, with foreign currency assets dropping sharply. However, gold reserves and SDRs saw a...

Germany's Inflation Rate Dips Slightly to 2% in June, Matching Preliminary Estimates

Germany's inflation rate remained at 2% in June, consistent with preliminary estimates. Energy prices decreased by 3.5%, while food prices rose by 2.0% year-on-year. Services and H...

Slight Dip in Russian Inflation: April Rate Falls to 10.2% Amid Rising Food and Service Costs

Russia's inflation rate slightly decreased to 10.2% in April from 10.3% in March, with food prices leading the increase at 12.7%, alongside rises in non-food products and services....

US Jobless Claims Hold Steady at 229,000: A Sign of Economic Stability?

The US Department of Labor reports initial jobless claims remained steady at 229,000 for the week ending May 10, with the insured unemployment rate unchanged at 1.2%. The 4-week mo...

Chicago Fed President Goolsbee Cautions Against Resurgence of High Inflation Rates

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee warns against returning to high inflation, emphasizing the goal to maintain a 2% annual rate. Recent data shows U.S. inflation decreasing to 2...

Operation Sindoor: The Economic Peril Pakistan Faces in a Protracted Conflict with India

As India-Pakistan tensions escalate, Pakistan's fragile economy, reliant on IMF bailouts, faces severe risks. Experts warn of the dire economic consequences for Pakistan in a susta...

S&P Global Ratings Warns: Escalating India-Pakistan Tensions Could Jeopardize Economic Stability

S&P Global Ratings warns that escalating tensions between India and Pakistan could increase credit risks for both, with potential impacts on economic stability and growth. India's ...

Fed Chair Powell Asserts Independence: Trump's Rate Cut Comments Won't Sway Our Decisions

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell asserts the Fed's independence from political influence, emphasizing decisions are based solely on economic data and risks, not President Trump'...

Swiss National Bank Alerts Market: Ready to Intervene as Franc Strengthens

Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel reaffirms the bank's readiness to intervene in the foreign exchange market amid the Swiss franc's significant appreciation, aiming to p...

Swiss National Bank on High Alert: Ready to Intervene as Franc Strengthens

Swiss National Bank Chairman Martin Schlegel reaffirms the bank's readiness to intervene in the forex market to counter the Swiss franc's appreciation, aiming to protect economic s...

Amid Rising Tensions: Pakistan's Stock Market Falls 4% Post-Pahalgam Attack While India's Sensex Climbs 1.5%

After the Pahalgam terror attack, Pakistan's stock market dropped 4%, while India's Sensex gained 1.5%, showcasing the contrasting economic stability and investor confidence betwee...

Eurozone's Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 6.2% in March 2025, Signaling Economic Stability

The eurozone's unemployment rate remained stable at 6.2% in March 2025, with Germany showing the lowest rate at 3.5% and Spain and Greece among the highest. Youth unemployment slig...

Eurozone Holds Steady: Inflation Stays at 2.2% in April, Services Lead the Charge

Eurozone's inflation rate held steady at 2.2% in April, with services leading the CPI increase. Core CPI rose by 2.7% annually, with Estonia and France marking the highest and lowe...

Eurozone Inflation Holds Steady at 2.2% in April: A Deep Dive into the Numbers

Eurozone's inflation rate remained stable at 2.2% in April, with services being the major contributor. Core CPI rose by 2.7% year-on-year, with Estonia and France recording the hig...

South Korea's Inflation Rate Holds Steady at 2.1% in April: What Does This Mean for the Economy?

South Korea's inflation rate remained steady at 2.1% in April, indicating economic stability. Experts are analyzing the implications for the broader economy and the effectiveness o...

Why India's RBI is Stockpiling Gold: A Strategic Move to Bolster the Economy Amid Global Uncertainty

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has been aggressively increasing its gold reserves, a strategic move to diversify forex holdings amid global economic volatility. India now ranks 7t...

ECB's Cipollone Warns: Trump's Tariffs Could Deeply Impact Global Economy and Stability

ECB's Piero Cipollone warns that Trump's tariffs could significantly impact the global economy, risking Western bloc fragmentation and threatening international partnerships. The l...

ECB's Cipollone Warns: Trump's Tariffs Could Deeply Impact Global Economy and Stability

ECB's Piero Cipollone warns that U.S. tariffs under Trump could significantly impact the global economy, risking fragmentation within the Western bloc and threatening long-term gro...

Bundesbank Warns: German Economy Faces Potential Q2 Setback Despite Q1 GDP Growth

The Bundesbank warns of a potential economic setback in Germany for Q2, despite a slight GDP growth in Q1, raising concerns over the EU's economic stability.

ECB Slashes Interest Rates Amid Trade Tensions: A Bold Move Towards Economic Stability

The European Central Bank has cut interest rates by 25 basis points, aiming to stabilize inflation at 2%. However, rising trade tensions pose risks to economic growth, prompting a ...

ECB Slashes Interest Rates Amidst Growing Trade Tensions: A Bold Move Towards Economic Stability

The European Central Bank cuts key interest rates by 25 basis points, aiming for economic stability despite growing trade tensions and uncertainty affecting growth forecasts.

Bank of Korea Holds Steady: Base Rate Remains at 2.75% Amid Global Uncertainties

The Bank of Korea maintains its base rate at 2.75% amidst global trade tensions and exchange rate volatility, signaling cautious economic stewardship. Market watchers had anticipat...

UK Unemployment Holds Steady at 4.4% Amid Economic Uncertainties in February

The UK unemployment rate remained steady at 4.4% for the second consecutive month in February, matching analysts' expectations. This stability comes amid broader economic uncertain...

Asia-Pacific Markets React Mixed as Trump's Tariffs Stir Global Trade Concerns

Asia-Pacific markets showed mixed reactions as Trump's tariffs and warnings about transition difficulties caused volatility. Japan's Nikkei 225 dropped sharply, while China's indic...

Fed's Schmid Warns: Rising Inflation Expectations Could Challenge Economic Stability

Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City President Jeff Schmid warns of the dangers of rising inflation expectations and the challenges of maintaining economic stability amidst calls fo...

Fed's Schmid Warns: Rising Inflation Expectations Could Challenge Economic Stability

Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City President Jeff Schmid warns of the risks posed by rising inflation expectations, emphasizing the difficulty in containing inflation once it's em...

US Economy on the Brink: 70% Chance of Recession in 2025 Amid Rising Trade War Tensions

The odds of a US recession in 2025 have dramatically increased to 70%, driven by President Trump's new tariffs and the resulting global trade war tensions, raising fears over econo...