China recently initiated an anti-subsidy probe into imported dairy products from the European Union, causing tensions to rise between the two entities. The probe, announced by China’s commerce ministry, focuses on various types of cheeses, milks, and creams intended for human consumption. Prompted by a complaint from the Dairy Association of China and the China
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The recent halt on work stoppages at Canada’s largest railways marks the end of an unprecedented service disruption that threatened to greatly impact the country’s export-driven economy. The decision by the Canada Industrial Relations Board to intervene in the labor disputes between the Teamsters union and Canadian National Railway (CN) as well as Canadian Pacific
Following the University of Michigan Sentiment figures and housing market data, the US Dollar experienced a decline. Despite this, markets remain confident about a potential rate cut by the Federal Reserve in September. The Greenback has shown sensitivity to data releases, with traders closely monitoring economic indicators for clues about the future direction of the
Silver prices experienced a decline on Friday, with the cost per troy ounce dropping to $28.24 from $28.36 the day before. Despite this recent dip, silver prices have actually increased by 18.70% since the start of the year. The Gold/Silver ratio, which compares the value of one ounce of Gold to the equivalent number of
Mega events like the Olympic Games and major concerts have been known to cause a surge in prices in host cities around the world. These events lead to a rise in demand for hotel rooms, airline tickets, and other goods and services needed by the influx of visitors. While some experts believe that consumers may
The European Central Bank (ECB) recently held its rates steady and its President, Christine Lagarde, hinted at the possibility of further interest rate cuts in the near future. While Lagarde stopped short of declaring victory over the bout of high inflation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, two ECB policymakers, French governor Francois Villeroy de Galhau
Recent statements from top Chinese officials have highlighted the country’s commitment to focusing on its own affairs amidst escalating trade tensions with various nations. Han Wenxiu, deputy director at the Chinese Communist Party’s central committee office for financial and economic affairs, emphasized the importance of concentrating on internal matters to ensure the smooth running of
On Friday, Wall Street experienced a surge in stock prices, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average reaching new record highs. Investors were optimistic about potential interest rate cuts by the U.S. Federal Reserve in September, prompting a flurry of activity in the market. However, despite the initial spike in stock prices, the
The recent merger of Fetch.ai, Ocean Protocol, and SingularityNET under the FET ticker has caused a stir in the cryptocurrency market. Rather than introducing a new token, these projects have decided to join forces, streamlining operations and enhancing collaborative capabilities. However, the price action of FET has not been immune to the overall downtrend in
Tungsten is a metal with a wide range of applications, from weapons and autos to electric car batteries and semiconductors. China dominates the supply chain for many critical minerals, including tungsten. The country’s control over this metal has raised concerns about the vulnerability of supply chains that rely heavily on Chinese production. Although China has
China’s manufacturing activity faced a setback in June, marking the second consecutive month of decline. The National Bureau of Statistics revealed that the purchasing managers’ index (PMI) remained stagnant at 49.5, below the 50-mark that signifies growth. Despite some positive indicators, such as the production sub-index being above 50, other key factors like new orders,
Germany’s Economy Minister, Robert Habeck, recently visited China to discuss the proposed European Union tariffs on Chinese goods. Contrary to popular belief, Habeck emphasized that these tariffs are not a form of punishment. This visit marks the first by a senior European official since the EU suggested imposing significant duties on Chinese-made electric vehicles (EVs)