Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell addressed the Economic Club of Washington D.C. on Monday, showing a proactive stance on interest rates given the changing economic landscape. Powell emphasized that the Fed wouldn’t wait for inflation to hit 2% before considering rate cuts, explaining the complexities involved in monetary policy. Powell highlighted the idea of “long […]

There’s promising news for emerging markets as the International Monetary Fund (IMF) reports a significant recovery in capital inflows. Last year, these inflows, excluding China, reached $110 billion, which is 0.6% of these countries’ economic output—the highest since 2018. This data comes from the IMF’s latest External Sector Report, which looks at currency movements, capital […]

The UK government has announced a bold plan to achieve the highest per-capita economic growth among G7 nations for two years in a row, aiming to reverse its recent economic struggles. If successful, this would mark a significant turnaround from Britain’s recent performance, where it has lagged behind other G7 countries in per-capita GDP growth. […]

Japan’s Nikkei 225 index surged past the historic 42,000 mark for the first time, driven by a 0.97% gain powered by strong performances in technology stocks. This milestone coincided with a broader rally across Asia-Pacific markets, buoyed by optimism about potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. The Nikkei’s record-breaking rise highlighted positive economic signs, including a […]

China’s post-COVID economic recovery hit another roadblock in June, as consumer inflation figures came in lower than expected. The consumer price index (CPI) for June increased by just 0.2% year-on-year, down from May’s 0.3% rise and below the 0.4% predicted by a Reuters poll. This marks the slowest inflation growth in three months, highlighting ongoing […]

The Federal Reserve has expressed cautious optimism about achieving its 2% inflation target, according to the latest policy minutes. While inflation remains elevated, recent months have shown modest progress towards this goal. Economic Adjustments and Strategy The Fed emphasized a flexible, data-driven approach to monetary policy. Instead of following a fixed path, the Committee will […]

Goldman Sachs announced an upward adjustment to its gross domestic product (GDP) forecasts for the UK, increasing its estimates by 0.1 percentage points for both 2025 and 2026. The investment bank now expects the UK economy to grow by 1.6% in 2025 and 1.5% in 2026. This revision reflects confidence in Labour’s fiscal policies, anticipated […]

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell emphasized the need for additional data on inflation before the U.S. central bank considers cutting interest rates. Speaking at a monetary policy conference hosted by the European Central Bank, Powell highlighted the importance of confirming recent signs of easing price pressures. Data for May indicated no increase in the Fed’s […]

The 2024 World Intelligence Expo showcased a humanoid robot named Xiao Qi, captivating visitors at the National Convention and Exhibition Center in Tianjin. This event highlights China’s significant advancements in generative artificial intelligence (AI), where the country has emerged as a global leader in patent filings. A recent United Nations report reveals that from 2014 […]

Sixth Street, a prominent U.S.-based investment firm, has announced an ambitious European expansion, driven by the growth of private credit markets. The firm is establishing a new regional headquarters in London’s Mayfair district and plans to add up to 20 new employees this year, marking its largest recruitment drive in Europe to date. Strategic Growth […]