Economic news

China’s growth miracle has stalled—and beneath the surface lies an economy in distress.

Global financial markets staged a volatile week as investors reacted to erratic developments in US trade policy, particularly the announcement and partial rollback of President Trump’s so-called “Liberation Day” tariffs.

As the US elections get closer we look at how Trump’s tariff plans could affect markets.

As the US Federal Reserve prepares for its most significant decision since ending the rate hike cycle in mid-2023, the balance of risks has shifted. With inflation stabilizing at 2.6% and rising unemployment at 4.2%, the FOMC faces increasing pressure to address employment concerns. Markets anticipate a rate cut, with debate on the extent of the reduction.

US labour market conditions are expected to have softened in June. The latest Non-Farm Payrolls data will be released on Friday, July 5th, 2024.

The markets expect to see signs of continued disinflation in the United States. The latest PCE Index data, the US Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, is released on June 28, 2024.

The markets continue to look for signals of disinflation in the United States. The latest PCE Index data, the US Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge, is released on May 31, 2024.

Interest rate hikes helped the DXY surge to a 20-year high in 2022, but the index has since slid as the Fed has signalled a slowing of its monetary contraction policy. Where next for the DXY?

The Bank of Japan is unlikely to raise its policy rate despite rising inflation and a weaker yen. Read on for the latest overview of the projected Japan interest rate in 5 years.

The US dollar enjoyed strength as a safe haven. As inflation eases will it maintain the momentum against the Israeli shekel?