Author: Emma Collins
Fed prepares for interest rate cut: Reuters
LONDON – An eventful week is on the horizon, with central banks worldwide convening. The Federal Reserve is expected to announce its first interest rate cut in four years, while
DetailTaiwan to Hold Rates Steady Amid Inflation Concerns: Reuters Poll
Taiwan’s Central bank is expected to maintain its current policy interest rate this week as it navigates concerns about Inflation, according to a Reuters poll of economists. The benchmark discount
DetailBrazil’s Supreme Court approves spending on drought and wildfire relief, despite missing fiscal target
Brazil’s Supreme Court has granted authorization for the government to exclude expenses related to wildfires and droughts in the Amazon and Pantanal regions from this year’s fiscal target. The decision
DetailIsrael’s CPI Surges to 10-Month High of 3.6% in August, Showing Signs of Strong Economic Growth
Israel’s Inflation rate spiked in August to the highest level in almost a year, according to data from the Central Bureau of Statistics. The annual Inflation rate climbed to 3.6%
DetailPotential Imbalances in the US Economy that Could Lead to a Mild Recession
The U.S. economy is facing significant imbalances that could result in a mild recession in the near future, according to analysts at BCA Research. One major imbalance is seen in
DetailHow Barclays predicts the Fed may respond to Trump’s tariff proposal
Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs could have a negative impact on S&P 500-listed companies’ earnings if implemented during a potential second term, according to Barclays analysts. Trump’s plan
DetailBank of Canada Chief Signals Possible Rate Cuts Amid Rising Growth Concerns: FT
Bank of Canada Governor Tiff Macklem hinted at the possibility of accelerating interest rate cuts, as reported by the Financial Times. In an interview with the newspaper, Macklem expressed concerns
DetailChina factory output and retail sales slump, intensifying need for increased stimulus efforts
China’s industrial output growth slowed to a five-month low in August, while retail sales and new home prices weakened further, pointing to the need for aggressive stimulus to boost the
DetailUK businesses concerned about increased employment regulations, warns CBI
British businesses are expressing concerns over the Labour government’s proposed increased protections for employees, fearing it may elevate the risk associated with hiring new staff. The Confederation of British Industry
DetailExploring Alternative Solutions to Central Bank Queries Beyond Inflation
Central banks play a crucial role in managing economies, especially in the current post-COVID-19 era where Inflation has spiked significantly. While Inflation has traditionally been the main focus for central
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