The concept of a U.S. Sovereign Wealth Fund (SWF) has recently sparked considerable discussion among policymakers and economists. Both the Trump and Biden administrations have proposed unique interpretations of this financial instrument, showcasing a stark divergence in priorities. Such a fund is essentially a state-owned entity that invests surplus revenues and strategic investments for long-term
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Shigeru Ishiba, a former Japanese defense minister and a candidate in the ruling party’s leadership race, emphasized the significance of a complete exit from deflation for the country. Despite some improvements in private consumption, Ishiba expressed concerns about the lack of strong recovery in this area. He pledged to work towards achieving sustainable growth in
China recently made headlines for its first attempt at a top-tier video game with Black Myth: Wukong, an action game based on mythological China. The game managed to sell over 10 million units within three days of its launch in August. This success has been seen as a significant milestone for the Chinese gaming industry,
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
Wall Street experienced a surge on Friday as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell signaled an imminent reduction in interest rates. The benchmark S&P 500 index was on the brink of hitting a record high following Powell’s remarks at the annual economic conference in Jackson Hole. This announcement prompted a positive reaction in the market, with
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
Moody’s has issued a warning that the ongoing regulatory investigations into wealth managers’ cash sweep programs could potentially lead to credit rating downgrades, which in turn could increase costs for these firms. This comes at a time when concerns about the economy are rising, with worries of a looming downturn due to tight monetary policies.
The U.S. stock market ended higher on Friday, with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq notching their seventh straight session of gains. This marked the biggest weekly percentage gains of the year as worries of an economic downturn eased and investors shifted their focus to the upcoming Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. The recent sell-off triggered
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
Berkshire Hathaway, the conglomerate led by CEO Warren Buffett, is expected to announce a cash pile exceeding $200 billion in its second-quarter earnings report. Buffett’s recent sale of some of his favorite stocks, including Apple and Bank of America, has raised eyebrows among investors. Some speculate that Buffett is looking to de-risk the portfolio amidst
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Apple saw its shares rise slightly after beating analysts’ estimates on both the top and bottom lines. The company reported earnings of $1.40 per share for the fiscal third quarter, surpassing the $1.35 per share expectation. However, Intel faced a significant setback as its stock sank 17% in extended trading. The chipmaker announced the suspension
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