A few years ago, Western financial firms—from asset management to investment banking—were in a mad rush to establish global presences and hire top personnel in China due to the country’s rising economy and attractive economic opportunities. But many of the… Read More ›
Geopolitics
Despite Global Challenges, The ECB Governors Continue To Prepare For Numerous Rate Reduction
Officials from the European Central Bank are sticking to their intentions to drop interest rates several times this year, despite the fact that rising US inflation is delaying the US Federal Reserve’s shift to a looser monetary policy and Middle… Read More ›
Due To Concerns Over Brand Safety, Hyundai Pauses Advertising On X
Hyundai of South Korea announced on Friday that it had stopped running advertisements on X, formerly known as Twitter, and that it is having direct conversations over brand safety concerns with the Elon Musk-owned social media platform. Reuters has requested… Read More ›
Biden Seeks To Triple Import Duties On Steel And Aluminium From China
While touring the crucial swing state of Pennsylvania, President Joe Biden is urging the U.S. Trade Representative to treble the tariff rate that China imposes on imports of steel and aluminium. The president is scheduled to visit the United Steelworkers… Read More ›
Financial Dangers Persist Despite A “Soft Landing,” The IMF Cautions
The International Monetary Fund is issuing a warning against market overconfidence as investors wait for central bankers to successfully execute a “soft landing” in their protracted fight against inflation. Markets have been “quite optimistic” since the October edition of the… Read More ›
In The March Quarter, China’s Economy Expanded More Quickly Than Anticipated
Data released on Tuesday indicated that China’s economy expanded more quickly than anticipated in the first quarter, providing some respite to policymakers as they work to support growth in the face of persistent weakness in the real estate market and… Read More ›
Risks Of Upward Inflation Make US Fed Officials Cautious About Cutting Rates
According to two US Federal Reserve members who joined the chorus of American central bankers, the members are downplaying the need to cut interest rates in the face of persistent inflation. One of them issued a warning, stating that should… Read More ›
A Survey Shows China Has Surpassed The US As Southeast Asia’s Most Preferred Ally
According to a regional survey, most Southeast Asians would side with China rather than the United States if they had to choose, yet some nations that feel threatened by Beijing’s claims in the South China Sea still favour Washington. Since… Read More ›
For The First Time In Six Months, Industry Activity In China Increased In March
An official factory survey released on Sunday revealed that China’s manufacturing activity increased in March for the first time in six months, providing policymakers with some respite even as the country’s economy and confidence continue to be negatively impacted by… Read More ›
India’s Q4 GDP Growth Of 8% Or Higher Is Expected – Finance Minister Sitharaman
According to Nirmala Sitharaman, the finance minister of India, the Indian economy is anticipated to grow at the similar rate in 2023–2024, highlighting the benefits of better macroeconomic stability and inflation control. In the quarter ending March 31, India’s GDP is expected… Read More ›