EconomyThe Eurozone’s economic engine sputtered noticeably in the second quarter, delivering a rather tepid performance that saw gross domestic product across the 20 nations sharing the euro expand by a mere...
By Eleanor Bromley-Hawke · 2 min read · September 5, 2025
EconomyAfter a period marked by cautious consumer behaviour and persistent macroeconomic headwinds, there’s a discernible, albeit modest, glimmer of optimism emerging from Britain's retail sector. Shoppers, ...
By Marcus Penniford · 3 min read · September 5, 2025
EconomyIt appears that Germany’s industrial engine is sputtering a bit, with fresh data revealing a notable downturn in manufacturing orders. The most recent figures paint a picture of softening demand, and ...
By Eleanor Bromley-Hawke · 2 min read · September 5, 2025
EconomyThe starting gun has officially fired on what promises to be a lengthy and contentious review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). Public consultations, initiated by the Office of the United S...
By Theo Bodden · 3 min read · September 4, 2025
EconomyCanada's trade deficit saw a welcome, if tenuous, narrowing in July, offering a glimmer of hope after a challenging period for the nation's exporters. The latest figures, released by Statistics Canada...
By Lina Brennan · 3 min read · September 4, 2025
EconomyThis Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) is set to release its August jobs report, and the usual anticipation among economists and market watchers feels particularly charged this time around....
By Adaeze Okonkwo · 2 min read · September 4, 2025
EconomyMunich, Germany – The economic outlook for Europe's powerhouse just got a significant downgrade. Germany's highly respected Ifo Institute announced on Thursday that it's sharply cutting its growth for...
By Eleanor Bromley-Hawke · 3 min read · September 4, 2025
EconomyThe air in Bern, much like the country's latest inflation figures, remains remarkably cool. Switzerland's August inflation data, holding stubbornly low, has put the Swiss National Bank (SNB) squarely ...
By Theo Bodden · 2 min read · September 4, 2025
EconomyA significant moment in President Trump's long-running campaign to exert greater influence over the nation's central bank arrives this Thursday. The focus will be on Capitol Hill, where Stephen Miran,...
By Lina Brennan · 2 min read · September 4, 2025
EconomyThe latest inflation figures from the eurozone have landed, and while the uptick might seem modest, it’s sending a very clear signal to Frankfurt: don't expect any immediate shifts in interest rates. ...
By Theo Bodden · 2 min read · September 2, 2025
EconomyIf you've been following the economic headlines lately, you'd be forgiven for feeling a bit of whiplash. On one hand, we're seeing traditional economic indicators flashing green: robust GDP growth, un...
By Sarah Chen · 3 min read · September 2, 2025
EconomyWell, it looks like South Korea’s economy just caught a bit of a break. The latest figures show that headline inflation eased for the second consecutive month in August, hitting a nine-month low. What...
By Sarah Chen · 3 min read · September 2, 2025
EconomyIf you've ever found yourself scratching your head, trying to pinpoint the fundamental differences between the American way of doing business and, say, the German or French approach, you're not alone....
By Sarah Chen · 4 min read · September 1, 2025
EconomyOver the next year, The Journal will embark on an ambitious journey, delving into the nation’s nearly 250 years of economic dynamism and ingenuity with a series of special reports. This isn't merely a...
By Theo Bodden · 2 min read · September 1, 2025
EconomyIt's a curious dynamic playing out in the Eurozone right now, isn't it? On one hand, we're continuously hearing about the bloc's anemic economic growth, flirting dangerously close to recession in some...
By Lina Brennan · 3 min read · September 1, 2025
EconomyTurkey's economy is showing undeniable signs of renewed vitality, with its gross domestic product (GDP) expanding by a robust 4.8% year-on-year. This figure marks a significant acceleration from the 2...
By Lina Brennan · 2 min read · September 1, 2025
EconomyThe very notion of the Federal Reserve losing its cherished independence is a topic that sends shivers down the spines of central bankers and economists alike. So, when European Central Bank President...
By Sarah Chen · 3 min read · September 1, 2025
EconomyFor anyone keeping a close eye on the Chinese economy, the latest reading from a prominent private gauge of manufacturing activity offers a much-needed shot of optimism. The index, often seen as a bel...
By Adaeze Okonkwo · 3 min read · September 1, 2025