The promise of a resurgence in U.S. manufacturing has been a hot topic in recent years. However, the reality is far from the optimistic picture painted by political figures. The decline of U.S. manufacturing over the last few decades is evident in the data. While there have been modest increases in output in certain industries
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China’s policymakers, according to Yi Gang, the former head of the People’s Bank of China, must prioritize boosting domestic demand to combat deflationary pressure. The key focus should be on improving domestic demand, addressing issues in the real estate market, local government debt problems, and restoring society’s confidence. Proactive fiscal policies and accommodative monetary policies
The recent US PCE report has caused a stir in the financial markets, particularly in relation to the Federal Reserve’s policy on interest rates. There is now an increased likelihood of a rate cut in September, with traders betting heavily on a 25 basis point reduction. This cautious approach by the Fed has led to
The NZD/USD pair has been gaining momentum, reaching as high as 0.6280 in the early Asian session, marking its highest level since January 4. This uptick in the New Zealand Dollar (NZD) can be attributed to the recent surge in New Zealand’s Business confidence. According to the ANZ Business Outlook Survey, business confidence in New
The recent Aussie Labor Report has revealed that the unemployment rate in Australia is currently at its highest level since November 2021. This rise in unemployment has been attributed to an increase in labor supply rather than job losses. Despite the increase in unemployment, experts believe that this situation may not rush the Reserve Bank
The chief executive of Turkey’s largest private bank, Isbank, has highlighted the challenges that lie ahead for the country’s banking sector in the midst of economic uncertainties. Hakan Aran, the CEO of Isbank, expressed concerns about the impact of Turkey’s economic turnaround and the ongoing struggle with inflation. Aran emphasized that Turkish banks are set
In anticipation of the Federal Reserve’s upcoming interest rate decision in September, more investors are turning their attention towards dividend stocks. According to Paul Baiocchi, the chief ETF strategist at SS&C ALPS Advisors, this shift is a smart move considering the expected easing of rates by the Fed. Baiocchi pointed out that investors are transitioning
The upcoming week poses a critical juncture for the US dollar, as investors closely monitor the possibility of 2024 Fed rate cuts amidst concerns of a US economic downturn. The FOMC Meeting Minutes scheduled for Wednesday, August 21, are likely to draw significant attention from investors, shaping sentiment towards the US economy, labor market, and
Indonesia recently submitted its 2025 budget plan to parliament, with a focus on maintaining a narrow deficit and continuing structural reforms. The budget proposal, prepared by outgoing President Joko Widodo’s economic team and president-elect Prabowo Subianto’s team, aims to project a deficit of 2.53% of GDP next year, which is narrower than the expected deficit
The CEO of UBS, Sergio Ermotti, recently expressed concerns about the potential intensification of market volatility in the second half of the year. This comes after a period of sharp sell-offs in global equities, triggered by weak economic data from the U.S. While there are fears of an economic downturn, Ermotti does not believe that
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia recently reported a smaller-than-expected drop in its annual cash profit. This news came as a surprise to many analysts who were predicting a larger decrease. Despite the dip in margins and rise in overdue home loan payments, the bank managed to achieve a cash profit of A$9.84 billion, exceeding the
Recently, a federal appeals court extended an order that blocked President Joe Biden’s administration from further implementing a student debt relief plan. This plan was designed to lower monthly payments for millions of borrowers and speed up loan forgiveness for some. The 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals granted an injunction requested by seven Republican-led
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