Following the release of unexpectedly weak U.S. labor-market data, investors are signaling a shift toward more aggressive Federal Reserve easing. Concerns about cooling job growth have pushed the probability of a substantial rate cut into the spotlight, intensifying debate about… Read More ›
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IMF Highlights Macro Forces Driving China’s Trade Surplus: Industrial Policies Not The Main Culprit
The growing trade surplus between China and the United States has sparked much debate, with some experts pointing to China’s industrial policies as a significant factor. However, the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Chief Economist, Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas, argues that broader macroeconomic… Read More ›
Navigating The U.S.-China Tech Conflict: Strategic Approaches For The Future
As the November 5 U.S. presidential election approaches, the tension surrounding the U.S.-China tech conflict is poised to intensify, regardless of whether Republican Donald Trump or Democrat Vice President Kamala Harris emerges victorious. Both candidates have articulated their commitment to… Read More ›
Swiss China FTA agreement hits human rights roadblock over human rights abuses at Xinjiang
Efforts by Bern to refresh free trade agreement with China have hit roadblocks stemming from China’s dismal human rights record. In 2013, both countries had signed a free trade agreement, marking Beijing’s first such deal with an economy in continental… Read More ›
US witnessing highest inflation in four decades
Americans are seeing the highest levels of inflation in four decades. Earnings from retailers are showing a split in shopping patterns even as prices of everything ranging from toothpaste to TVs have curbed the spending habits of US consumers. While… Read More ›
Britain based Reckitt Benckiser increase baby formula market footprint in US to 50%
In a statement Reckitt Benckiser said, it is boosting its production of baby formula by about 30% and increasing the frequency of deliveries to stores in order to mitigate a shortage in the U.S. supermarkets. The company which makes the baby… Read More ›
Risk of US economy slipping into recession is high: former Goldman Sachs CEO
In a significant development a former CEO of Goldman Sachs, Lloyd Blankfein said, he believes the US economy is at risk of slipping into a recession, even as the U.S. Federal Reserve continues to tackle inflation by hiking interest rates. Blankfein… Read More ›
Global equity funds beat hasty retreat as recession fears spook investors
In the week ending May 11, equity funds across the globe witnessed a surge in outflows on the back of fears of an economic slowdown and further tightening by central banks as they take steps to stem inflation. In the… Read More ›
New Zealand to reopen international borders from July 31
On Wednesday, New Zealand’s Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern said, Wellington will fully reopen its international borders from July 31; it will also allow cruise ships to dock at its port from then on. The opening of international borders at the… Read More ›
Risk of default by big US banks high: Wall Street
In a significant development, fears over the Federal Reserve’s aggressive moves to tame inflation might tip the economy into recession have pushed up costs to insure bonds of Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley and Citigroup, which have hit a two-year high. Following… Read More ›