12/16/2020 - Fed commits to keep buying bonds until the economy gets back to full employment
12/20/2020 - India's Economy Will Improve, Our Investment Plans There On Track: Saudi
12/20/2020 - Covid stimulus is the most important for the U.S. economy right now, economist says
12/25/2020 - China To Overtake US As World's Biggest Economy By 2028: Report
12/25/2020 - China set to surpass U.S. as world's biggest economy by 2028, says report
12/26/2020 - Chinese economy to overtake US 'by 2028' due to Covid
12/27/2020 - 5 charts show what the global economy looks like heading into 2021
12/28/2020 - China's economy is still months away from a full recovery, business survey finds
12/29/2020 - 3 ETF themes for an improving economy and more clean energy in 2021
01/03/2021 - Covid pandemic sends Singapore's economy to its worst ever recession in 2020
01/14/2021 - Germany's economy contracted by 5% in 2020 as coronavirus lockdowns hit growth
01/14/2021 - Covid contraction shrinks German economy by 5%
01/14/2021 - Coronavirus updates: Biden to give speech on coronavirus and economy as daily death toll again exceeds 4,000
01/16/2021 - Joe Biden To Sign Inauguration Day Orders On Covid, Economy, Says Aide
01/17/2021 - China says its economy grew 2.3% in 2020, but consumer spending fell
01/17/2021 - Covid-19: China's economy grows in fourth quarter, bucking global trend
01/21/2021 - These stocks are expected to have the biggest earnings comebacks in 2021 as economy reopens
01/26/2021 - IMF more upbeat on global economy, but warns new Covid variants could derail growth
01/26/2021 - Tilman Fertitta optimistic on U.S. economy post-Covid: 'This is going to be the Roaring Twenties'
01/27/2021 - This is Asia's top-performing economy in the Covid pandemic — it's not China
01/28/2021 - Economy closes out 2020 with lower than expected 4% gain
01/28/2021 - Can striking oil turn Cambodia's economy around?
01/31/2021 - New chart shows China could overtake the U.S. as the world's largest economy earlier than expected
02/01/2021 - Fed's Bostic says economy could recover more quickly than expected
02/01/2021 - Military coup likely to damage Myanmar's economy
02/03/2021 - India's plans to sell state-owned firms will drive the economy toward $5 trillion, tycoon says
02/04/2021 - The end of the Qatar blockade will boost the Middle East economy, IMF says
02/06/2021 - Cuba opens up its economy to private businesses
02/14/2021 - Biden To Discuss Pandemic, Economy And China In Friday G7 Meeting
02/17/2021 - Fed officials see economy 'far from' where it needs to be, meaning easy policy won't change soon, minutes show
02/18/2021 - Joe Biden To Debut At G7; Vaccines, Economy And China In Focus
02/21/2021 - Top Wall Street analysts say buy stocks like Denny's and Cloudflare as economy reopens
02/22/2021 - Asia’s top-performing economy in 2020 could grow even faster this year
02/23/2021 - Hong Kong announces over $15 billion budget to lift economy out of recession
02/24/2021 - UK planning to spend billions to prop the economy over the next four months
02/25/2021 - Bolsonaro praises Economy minister Guedes trying to overcome the Petrobras controversy
02/25/2021 - The bond market is betting on a red hot economy and stocks don't like it
02/26/2021 - China's economy could double in size by 2035 — and surpass the U.S. along the way
03/04/2021 - Disney just showed you what a post-pandemic economy will look like
03/05/2021 - Job growth in February may mark the start of a hiring boom as the economy reopens
03/09/2021 - Coronavirus, Economy, Climate Change: White House On Quad Summit Agenda
03/10/2021 - Global economy forecasted to grow 5,6% this year if vaccination rollout is effective
03/10/2021 - A year after the pandemic struck, the U.S. economy is still struggling but coming around quickly
03/11/2021 - Five charts that show how Covid-19 stopped the U.S. economy in its tracks
03/11/2021 - JPMorgan says stocks in these sectors will lead markets higher as economy recovers
03/12/2021 - Regional bank stocks could be the big winners in 2021 as rates rise, economy rebounds
03/13/2021 - China represented 17% of the global economy in pandemic plagued 2020
03/17/2021 - Fed sees stronger economy and higher inflation, but no rate hikes
03/18/2021 - Argentine economy minister to meet IMF in Washington; no deal expected in May
03/19/2021 - Think the economy's about to take off? Goldman Sachs has 13 stock picks for you
03/19/2021 - Morgan Stanley says rising 10-year Treasury yields is reasonable as confidence in U.S. economy grows
03/22/2021 - U.S. economy is 'on the brink' of a complete recovery, says Richmond Fed's Barkin
03/22/2021 - U.S. economy looks to be strengthening but is 'far from complete,' Fed Chair Powell says
03/22/2021 - These 6 charts show how sanctions are crushing Iran’s economy
03/23/2021 - BofA says Covid crisis will delay India overtaking Japan as third-largest economy by 3 years
03/28/2021 - 'Red hot' economy would withstand 10-year Treasury yields at 3%, market bull Ed Yardeni predicts
03/29/2021 - Governments — ‘not BlackRock’ — should lead the economy away from fossil fuels, economist says
03/31/2021 - CFOs haven't been this upbeat about the global economy since 2018: CNBC survey
04/01/2021 - The economy is expected to boom in the second quarter, and that’s good news for stocks
04/03/2021 - Goldman Sachs recommends these stocks as the economy roars back to life
04/05/2021 - Argentina's economy can't afford another total lockdown, minister says
04/05/2021 - Biden says higher corporate tax would not hurt U.S. economy as Manchin opposes 28% rate
04/05/2021 - The Fed could come under fire for easy policy while the economy soars and inflation rises
04/06/2021 - The extortion economy: Inside the shadowy world of Ransomware payouts
04/06/2021 - German finance chief says Covid surge shows now is not the time to reopen economy
04/07/2021 - Fed's Brainard says the economy is improving but is still 'far from' where it needs to be
04/08/2021 - Saudi Crown Prince's Reputation Taints Plan To Open Saudi Economy
04/09/2021 - The economy is on the cusp of a major boom and economists believe it could last
04/09/2021 - Lagarde sees strong rebound for EU economy in second half, expects U.S. to meet inflation goal soon
04/11/2021 - Fed Chair Powell says economy about to grow much quicker due to vaccinations and fiscal support
04/11/2021 - Powell says it's 'highly unlikely' the Fed will raise rates this year, despite stronger economy
04/13/2021 - Exports shielded China's economy in 2020, but they won't drive as much growth this year
04/13/2021 - Singapore's economy unexpectedly grows in the first quarter of 2021
04/14/2021 - Billionaire-owned Sierra Nevada Corp. creating new space company to bet on a low-Earth orbit economy
04/14/2021 - Coinbase investor Ron Conway says the crypto economy is the next multi-trillion dollar opportunity
04/14/2021 - The economy is running on a stimulus-fueled caffeine high. What will happen when it wears off?
04/15/2021 - China says its economy grew 18.3% in the first quarter, slightly missing expectations
04/15/2021 - China's economy grows 18.3% in post-Covid comeback
04/16/2021 - UBS raises S&P 500 price target amid growing economy, strong profits
04/16/2021 - Fed's Waller says the economy is 'ready to rip' but policy should stay put
04/18/2021 - How Saudi Crown Prince's Plan Will Impact Nation's Economy
04/23/2021 - The Fed is unlikely to hint at policy changes next week, even with a stronger economy
04/23/2021 - Cushman & Wakefield CEO expects growing economy to make up for remote work-related office declines
04/26/2021 - Jim Cramer throws cold water on talks about market peak, says economy starting a new cycle
04/27/2021 - India's economy will likely contract this quarter as Covid cases soar, economists warn
04/27/2021 - The Fed will stay put in 2021 despite growing concerns about overheating economy, CNBC survey shows
04/29/2021 - Economy surges to start the year as GDP jumps 6.4% in the first quarter
04/29/2021 - Job growth could surpass 1 million in April hiring boom as economy roars back
04/29/2021 - Goldman says one country's stock market could pop 16% as the global economy hits 'peak momentum'
04/30/2021 - Euro zone economy contracts in the first quarter as Covid lockdowns bite
05/01/2021 - Lebanon Easter biscuit woes symbolise crumbling economy
05/03/2021 - Jim Cramer says these outdoor plays are a buy as the economy reopens
05/04/2021 - Treasury Secretary Yellen says rates may have to rise somewhat to keep economy from overheating
05/04/2021 - Fundstrat's Tom Lee says the 'entire energy complex is a buy' as economy roars back
05/05/2021 - India's bank stocks pop after the central bank boosts lending to prop up the virus-hit economy
05/06/2021 - Falklands economy boasts healthy trade surplus but income inequality increases
05/06/2021 - California's economy dodged a Covid budget bullet thanks to tech, but flight risk is real
05/06/2021 - April jobs expected to top 1 million as consumers boost the economy
05/08/2021 - Quarantine has catastrophic consequences on Argentina's economy, report shows
05/10/2021 - Covid-19 live updates: U.S. economy has ‘a long way to go’ before recovery from pandemic, says official
05/11/2021 - As the U.S. economy restarts from the pandemic, parts of it are severely broken
05/12/2021 - UK economy contracted by 1.5% in the first quarter as lockdowns weighed
05/13/2021 - Argentine Economy Minister brokering presidential meeting with IMF's Georgieva
05/13/2021 - Billionaire investor Barry Sternlicht says he has long-term concerns about the U.S. economy
05/15/2021 - Covid economy: What economists got right (and wrong)
05/19/2021 - The Fed hinted it could reconsider easy policies if economy continues rapid improvement
05/20/2021 - Biden orders federal strategy to curb climate change risk to economy
05/24/2021 - Asia markets rise; data shows Singapore's economy expanded 1.3% in the first quarter
05/24/2021 - Singapore's economy grows at its fastest pace in more than a year
05/25/2021 - Fed's Daly says the economy is strong, but it's 'way too early' to tighten policy
05/26/2021 - Bolivia's economy grows 5.3% in between January and April 2021
05/27/2021 - IMF report praises Uruguay's economy and answer to the covid-19 crisis
05/27/2021 - Spain eyes Latin America and Mercosur for its new international economy strategy
05/28/2021 - Biden Proposes Mammoth $6 Trillion Budget To "Reimagine" US Economy
05/28/2021 - Joe Biden Pitches $6 Trillion Budget To 'Reimagine' US Economy
05/31/2021 - Lackluster hiring in China as economy struggles to reach full recovery, data shows
06/01/2021 - OECD foresees Argentina's economy will recover but still below pre-pandemic levels
06/03/2021 - Hong Kong’s economy is not out of the woods despite sharp rebound, says commerce secretary
06/03/2021 - Russia warns its economy is showing signs of overheating
06/06/2021 - Hydrogen is the key to a low carbon economy, and these stocks will benefit, says UBS
06/07/2021 - North Korea's Kim Jong Un Meets Officials To Discuss Economy: Report
06/07/2021 - Asia-Pacific stocks mixed; Japan's economy shrinks less than expected in first quarter
06/10/2021 - Chewy CEO says dog, cat adoption rates have remained high as the economy reopens
06/15/2021 - Best Buy will sell luggage, grills as it seeks to capitalize on reopening economy, housing market
06/16/2021 - China’s economy has not recovered 100% from Covid, says former central bank advisor
06/21/2021 - India economy: Seven years of Modi in seven charts
06/24/2021 - Uruguay's blooming economy shows covid-induced setback
06/27/2021 - Singapore wants to be an e-commerce hub as Asia's digital economy grows
06/29/2021 - India's new loan guarantees may have limited impact on the Covid-hit economy
06/30/2021 - Argentina's economy keeps falling, INDEC data shows
06/30/2021 - The biggest threat to Biden's hot economy could be his own policies
07/02/2021 - Chile's economy grows 18.1% thanks to pension withdrawals and state emergency funding
07/04/2021 - China's economy sees new pockets of growth in rising shopping trends
07/09/2021 - Rebalance your portfolio now as the economy enters an expansion phase, HSBC says
07/10/2021 - Argentine Economy Minister wants common tax on multinational companies higher than 15%
07/12/2021 - China is injecting $150 billion into the economy — that may fuel a short-term rally, UBS says
07/14/2021 - Bank of England was expecting 'bumps' as economy reopens, official says as inflation surges
07/15/2021 - UK hiring surged in June as economy bounces back - ONS
07/15/2021 - Powell grilled by grouchy senators over inflation and climate change, even as economy rebounds
07/20/2021 - Indonesia must 'protect the people' without sacrificing the economy, finance minister says
07/22/2021 - Former Argentine Economy Minister Sourrouille dies at age 80
07/22/2021 - Vaccine inequity undermines global economy recovery, WHO, UNDP and Oxford University
07/22/2021 - Argentina's economy continues to shrink, but some analysts see recovery imminent
07/23/2021 - The rapid growth the U.S. economy has seen is about to hit a wall
07/24/2021 - Morgan Stanley's 'secular growth' list features stocks that can win in any economy
07/26/2021 - Action on climate change can provide a shot in the arm for the global economy, economist says
07/28/2021 - Fed holds rates near zero, says economy has gotten better even with pandemic worries
07/29/2021 - Uruguay economy forecasted to grow 3,5% in 2021, with inflation above target, Central bank report
07/29/2021 - The U.S. economy is bigger than it was pre-pandemic, but Covid could still decide what happens next
07/30/2021 - Euro zone economy expands 2% in second quarter, rebounding from recession
07/31/2021 - “Only a miracle can save Argentina's economy,” says Brazilian President Bolsonaro
08/02/2021 - As the economy hits its peak, stock market gains could be harder to come by
08/03/2021 - Biden approval ratings on Covid and economy fall in new CNBC All-America survey
08/07/2021 - Berkshire Hathaway's operating earnings jump 21% as recovering economy boosts railroad, energy units
08/11/2021 - Rental bidding wars are heating up as the economy improves in a tight housing market
08/15/2021 - Japan's economy bounced back ahead of the Olympics, data shows
08/16/2021 - How a secret meeting in August 1971 transformed the global economy
08/18/2021 - New Zealand was set to be the first advanced economy to hike rates. One Covid case put a stop to it
08/24/2021 - The economy could be getting help from positive news on the delta variant
08/25/2021 - South Korea hikes interest rates, the first developed economy to do so in pandemic era
08/25/2021 - South Korea becomes first major Asian economy to raise interest rates
08/26/2021 - Vaccine inequality could cost the global economy trillions, report finds
08/29/2021 - Ethiopia's economy battered by Tigray war
08/30/2021 - As Warren Buffett turns 91, the legendary investor prepares Berkshire Hathaway for a new economy
08/31/2021 - Britain’s economy is already seeing rapid change due to climate change
08/31/2021 - India Covid: Economy sees record growth during deadly wave
09/01/2021 - Bolivia's economy shows positive signs of recovery
09/03/2021 - Joseph Stiglitz says it’s time to rewire the U.S. economy: ‘We shouldn’t let a good crisis go to waste’
09/03/2021 - Disappointing August jobs report could slow the Fed taper and increases twin fears for the economy
09/11/2021 - Determining what stage of the cycle we are in with the markets and economy moving so rapidly
09/20/2021 - The global economy could feel the effects of China’s Evergrande crisis. What investors should know
09/24/2021 - Buy these quality stocks with the economy set to slow, Bank of America says
09/25/2021 - Wall Street analysts recommend these stocks as supply chain fears hit the economy
09/28/2021 - Brazil's Economy Minister favors one-on-one deals despite Mercosur's current ban
09/29/2021 - Myanmar Currency Drops 60%, Economy Plummets After Military Coup
10/05/2021 - Britain's Boris Johnson Vows "Long Overdue" Revamp Of Post-Brexit Economy
10/06/2021 - Companies hired at a brisk pace in September despite fears about Covid and the economy, ADP says
10/11/2021 - Argentine FM hold a successful meeting with Brazil's Economy Minister as part of his mission rebuilding Mercosur ties
10/11/2021 - China isn't the only huge Asian economy with a coal shortage now
10/12/2021 - Chile's economy to grow 11%, according to IMF report
10/13/2021 - Argentine Economy Minister and IMF Director hold meeting in Washington DC
10/14/2021 - Getting women back to work is crucial to boosting economy, White House says
10/18/2021 - How to invest in China as the economy slows down. We asked 20 strategists
10/21/2021 - China deals blow to Brazilian economy by holding import ban on meat
10/21/2021 - Biden's support fading fast, as CNBC survey finds concerns on the economy, Covid and inflation
10/22/2021 - Brazil's Economy Minister shakes markets with unexpected announcement
10/26/2021 - Bright future ahead for Paraguay's economy
10/27/2021 - European Central Bank expected to hold steady as economy slows and inflation soars
10/27/2021 - UK finance minister to outline spending plans for a 'new economy post-Covid’
10/29/2021 - Labor shortage, supply constraints and inflation hold back economy trying to emerge from pandemic
10/29/2021 - World Leaders To Talk Climate, Economy, Vaccines At G20 Summit
10/31/2021 - G20 Against Premature Withdrawal Of Support For Covid-Hit Global Economy
11/01/2021 - China's economy is showing signs of stagflation, economists warn
11/03/2021 - Chile's economy activity index in September increased 15,6% year to year
11/05/2021 - Strong jobs report shows economy back on track for further growth
11/08/2021 - China's zero-Covid strategy will cause its economy to slow down further, economist warns
11/09/2021 - There's still firepower in these stocks to take the market higher as the economy reopens
11/14/2021 - Op-ed: Biden's Build Back Better agenda will lead to a more fair and equitable economy, without adding to the deficit
11/15/2021 - October retail sales are expected to be strong, showing economy is back on track
11/23/2021 - Singapore's economy grew 7.1% in the third quarter from a year ago — better than estimate
11/24/2021 - IMF praises Chilean economy but insists on targeted support for the most vulnerable
11/24/2021 - Not since Americans came home from World War II has inflation run through the economy like it is now
11/25/2021 - New German Vice-Chancellor A 'Super' Minister Of Energy, Climate, Economy
11/28/2021 - Afghanistan's Economy Crashed Since Taliban Takeover: Report
11/29/2021 - Powell to tell Senate omicron variant poses downside risk to economy, complicates inflation picture
12/01/2021 - India's economy is on track — but new Covid variant could weigh on growth, economists say
12/01/2021 - CEO survey taken before omicron emergence shows optimism about the economy over the next 6 months
12/02/2021 - CEOs across the market, economy agree on one 2022 prediction: No Covid end
12/02/2021 - As Omicron Spreads, Fears Over How Hard It Will Hit World Economy
12/03/2021 - IMF Chief Warns Omicron Variant Could Slow Global Economy Recovery
12/05/2021 - Top small cap strategist sees the shares jumping 9% in the next year on the strong economy
12/06/2021 - JPMorgan says China's economy will be more resilient in 2022 and picks stocks that could benefit
12/08/2021 - 'Opportunities abound': JPMorgan picks stocks to play Asia's booming digital economy
12/10/2021 - Public view on Biden's handling of Covid and the economy takes another hit, CNBC survey shows
12/13/2021 - Oppenheimer sees a 13% S&P 500 gain next year on a resilient economy, strong earnings
12/15/2021 - Macron wish list: dialogue with China and Russia, digital economy, and a “good faith” UK government
12/15/2021 - Pelosi opposes banning lawmakers from owning stocks, cites 'free-market economy'
12/25/2021 - World Economy To Exceed $100 Trillion In 2022 For First Time: Report
12/28/2021 - Paraguay's economy blooming after 2021; next year looks even better
12/31/2021 - Focus On Food, Economy For 2022: North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un
01/01/2022 - Kim Jong-un: North Korea to focus on economy in 2022
01/03/2022 - Mar del Plata fears offshore oil wells may end up damaging the city's economy
01/06/2022 - Black Thursday for Argentina's economy – no agreement with IMF
01/09/2022 - Sri Lanka Seeks Chinese Debt Reschedule For Crashing Economy
01/11/2022 - World Bank warns global economy faces grim outlook
01/13/2022 - World economy is facing Covid-19, inflation and policy uncertainty, Global Economic Prospects
01/13/2022 - Record 2021 trade surplus in Brazil, but complaints about the economy becoming commodities dependent
01/13/2022 - England Cuts Covid Self-Isolation Period To 5 Days To Boost Economy
01/16/2022 - Nigeria's economy: Why people are buying sanitary pads in packs of two
01/19/2022 - Omicron Poses Limited Downside To Indian Economy, Say Economists
01/24/2022 - China concerned about a slowing economy cuts lending rates to boost consumption
02/03/2022 - Gas and nuclear energies and the green economy: furious debate in Europe
02/27/2022 - Russia's Ruble Tanks 30% As Sanctions Over Ukraine Invasion Hit Economy
02/28/2022 - Russia Being "Unplugged" From World Economy, Says France
03/08/2022 - Brazilian economy expanded 4,6% in 2021, despite a 0,2% contraction of agriculture
03/08/2022 - Ukraine/Russian conflict will have a severe impact on the global economy, anticipates IMF
03/14/2022 - How Russia's Economy Will Struggle To Pay The Price Of Invading Ukraine
03/18/2022 - China's Tech Hub Eases Covid Curbs To "Minimise Impact" On Economy
03/24/2022 - Uruguay's economy grows 4.4% in 2021, Central Bank says
03/28/2022 - US Proposes Hike In Assistance To India In Clean Energy, Digital Economy
03/31/2022 - Uruguayan Economy Minister "the best in the world"
04/02/2022 - What US Said On Russia's "Closed Economy" Amid Sanctions Over Ukraine
04/02/2022 - Ukraine's Economy Could Shrink 40% in 2022 Owing To Russian Invasion
04/03/2022 - Shanghai lockdown: Economy shaken by zero-Covid measures
04/07/2022 - No Money, No Economy, No Invasion: US' Starve Russia's "War Machine" Plan
04/11/2022 - Ukraine's Economy To Collapse By 45.1% Amid Russia Invasion: World Bank
04/17/2022 - Pakistan's New PM's "Emergency Measures" To Fix Broken Economy
04/18/2022 - China lowers banks' reserves to stimulate the economy
04/19/2022 - IMF Lauds India's Resilient Economy, Recent Structural Reforms
04/19/2022 - Problems and challenges Brexit brought for the Falklands' economy still pending
04/21/2022 - Imran Khan Ruined Pakistan's Economy: Nawaz Sharif Lashes Out At Ex-PM
04/22/2022 - Brazil's Economy Minister says Europe keen on Mercosur deal
04/25/2022 - Lockdowns Hit China Economy, "Sharp Deterioration" In Production, Demand
04/27/2022 - Europe Denounces "Gas Blackmail" As Sanctions Batter Russian Economy
04/30/2022 - Chinese citizens, economy fear measures more than they fear COVID-19 itself
05/03/2022 - Argentina's Economy Minister in President Fernández's Achilles tendon
05/06/2022 - How China's Adamant Zero-Covid Policy Is Affecting Its Economy
05/06/2022 - Won't Support EU Russia Sanctions, "Atomic Bomb" On Our Economy: Hungary
05/08/2022 - China's Economy Had "High Hopes" For This Year. Then, Covid Played Truant
05/10/2022 - Brazil's Economy Minister in favor of taxing the wealthiest
05/11/2022 - Lanka Economy Will Collapse If No Government Within 2 Days: Central Bank
05/13/2022 - Sri Lanka economy crisis to get worse before it gets better, PM says
05/18/2022 - Markets fall as retailers ring alarm over US economy
05/23/2022 - China's Economy Was Once "Robust". Then Covid Returned
05/25/2022 - Economy In Focus As Australia PM Turns To Domestic Issues After Quad Trip
05/26/2022 - Chinese economy stalling: combating Covid 19 and keeping jobs more significant than GDP growth criteria
05/26/2022 - Sri Lanka PM's Push For Export-Oriented Economy Amid Crisis
05/29/2022 - In Bid To Boost Economy, Shanghai To Ease Covid Restrictions
06/08/2022 - Falkland Islanders "Look Forward at Forty" and will continue to develop the community and economy of the Islands
06/14/2022 - Russia's economy in for a bumpy ride as sanctions bite
06/15/2022 - Pak Asks Citizens To Drink Less Tea As Economy Faces Loan Burden: Report
06/16/2022 - Markets slide as rate rises fuel economy fears
06/25/2022 - Joe Biden In Germany For G7 Meet. On Agenda: Russia, World Economy
06/29/2022 - Airline Reveals Bunk Beds For Economy Class On Long-Haul Flights
07/02/2022 - Argentina Crisis Builds As Economy Minister Resigns
07/03/2022 - Argentine Economy Minister resigns, President's fate at stake
07/04/2022 - Alberto Fernández picks Silvina Batakis as new Economy Minister
07/04/2022 - Argentina's new Economy Minister sworn in
07/05/2022 - Arabs believe economy is weak under democracy
07/08/2022 - Japan's Shinzo Abe Sought To Revive Economy, Fulfil Conservative Agenda
07/18/2022 - Somber future ahead for Argentina's economy
07/28/2022 - Argentina: Massa denies he is to become Economy Minister
07/28/2022 - US economy shrinks again ringing recession alarms
07/28/2022 - US Recession Fears Deepen As Economy Contracts In Second Quarter
07/28/2022 - 2 Invasive Frog and Snake Species Cost World Economy $16 Billion: Report
07/28/2022 - Amid Worries Of Recession, US Economy Shrinks
07/29/2022 - Boosted by Brazil and Mexico, Latin America's economy expected to expand 3% in 2022, IMF
08/04/2022 - Massa sworn in as Argentina's new “Super” Economy Minister
08/12/2022 - Former Economy Minister wants Argentines to retire older
08/17/2022 - Japan urges its young people to drink more to boost economy
08/18/2022 - Uruguay's economy shows drop in sales
08/22/2022 - Ukraine War Pulls Rug Out From Under World Economy Rebound
08/23/2022 - China's Unemployed Turn To Car Boot Sales As Covid-Hit Economy Stalls
08/24/2022 - Latin America's economy reported to be slowing down
09/02/2022 - UK Slips Behind India To Become World's Sixth Biggest Economy
09/05/2022 - UK PM Liz Truss Inherits Economy Headed For Recession: 4 Big Challenges
09/09/2022 - Lacalle participates in events boosting Uruguay's economy
09/11/2022 - Japan could lift cap on foreign tourists to lift economy
09/15/2022 - Sri Lanka's Economy Shrinks 8.4 Per Cent Amid Fertiliser, Fuel Shortages
09/17/2022 - Uruguay's economy grows 7.7% in second quarter of 2022
09/17/2022 - Cycling World Championships: French Federation defends decision to fly female riders to Australia in economy
09/18/2022 - Pakistan floods put pressure on faltering economy
10/04/2022 - Imran Khan "Biggest Liar On Earth", He Ruined Country's Economy: Pak PM
10/12/2022 - Asian Economy Hit Due To Ukraine War, Risks Rising Fragmentation: IMF
10/12/2022 - IMF anticipates recession in Germany and Italy next year and an almost halt for the UK economy
10/13/2022 - Uruguayan Economy minister highlights the importance of climate actions
10/19/2022 - Amazon's Jeff Bezos in economy warning: 'Batten down hatches'
10/20/2022 - Milei plans to "dollarize" economy if elected President of Argentina
10/20/2022 - Liz Truss, Shortest-Serving PM In UK History, Leaves Scars On Economy
10/22/2022 - Gloomy picture of UK economy: Sterling KO, retail sales down and government borrowing increasing
10/24/2022 - What we just learned about China's economy
10/24/2022 - Markets Positive About Rishi Sunak As He Inherits A UK Economy In Crisis
10/25/2022 - "Liz Truss Made Mistakes In Handling Economy": Rishi Sunak's Top Quotes
10/25/2022 - Lebanon: Iraqi tourists provide unlikely boost for failing economy
11/04/2022 - The Impact Of Imran Khan's Shooting On Pakistan's Army, Economy
11/07/2022 - "We Will Not Let You Down": Xi Jingping On Chinese Aid For Pak Economy
11/14/2022 - Cost of living: Japan economy unexpectedly shrinks after yen slide
11/16/2022 - Russia-Ukraine War Hurting Global Economy: G20 Leaders
11/19/2022 - Economy Minister says Brazil's spending cap poorly constructed
12/08/2022 - World Economy Faces More Pain In 2023 After A Gloomy Year
12/13/2022 - Despite political chaos, Peruvian economy remains strong based on an independent central bank
12/16/2022 - Uruguay's economy unchanged since second quarter of 2022
12/20/2022 - Uruguay's economy growing above global pace, Lacalle says
12/23/2022 - UK economy contracts more than expected in the third quarter
12/24/2022 - BB, World Bank team up to finance greener economy in Brazil
12/25/2022 - World Economy Headed For Recession In 2023 As Inflation Rises: Report
12/26/2022 - China's Economy Is Showing Increasing Strain From The Covid Tsunami
12/28/2022 - Massa among world's top economy personalities of 2022, says Folha
12/29/2022 - Imran Khan's Party To Protest Against "Sinking Economy" From Today: Report
01/03/2023 - Complicated 2023 for the Chilean economy as copper prices slide and political stability is fragile
01/04/2023 - Rishi Sunak's 5 Promises To Get Britain Economy Back On Track
01/04/2023 - "Uncertain Economy": Amazon To Lay Off Over 18,000 Employees
01/09/2023 - Pakistan's Economy Facing One Of Its Worst Crises: Report
01/11/2023 - Despite record exports in 2022, hard times ahead for the Chilean economy
01/29/2023 - Joe Biden Faces Backlash Over 'Misleading Statements' About The Economy
01/31/2023 - Pakistan's Economy In 'Collapse' As UN Agency IMF Visits
01/31/2023 - Downing Street Defends UK Economy After Bleak IMF Forecast
02/03/2023 - Political crises might impact Latin America's economy, IMF team warns
02/07/2023 - Rishi Sunak Plans Mini Cabinet Reshuffle To Revive UK Economy: Report
02/07/2023 - Oil Still Indispensable To Global Economy: UAE Climate Change Envoy
02/14/2023 - UK economy, Brexit and the productivity slowdown controversy
02/17/2023 - Revival Of Economy Complicated Due To Global Competition: Xi Jinping
02/20/2023 - Russia's economy shrinks by less than expected
03/06/2023 - After 2020, 2022 Second-Worst Year For China's Economy Since 1970s: Report
03/08/2023 - US Encourages Pak To Continue Working With IMF To Improve Its Economy
03/20/2023 - Sri Lanka: $2.9bn IMF bailout for struggling economy
03/30/2023 - UK-Asia trade deal to boost UK economy by 0.08%
04/03/2023 - German Economy Minister Makes Surprise Visit To Kyiv
04/03/2023 - UK economy just avoided recession in 2022, pushed by 0,1% growth in fourth quarter
04/06/2023 - World economy faces weakest growth since 1990 - IMF
04/16/2023 - China's Economy Expected To Rebound As Zero-Covid Era Fades
04/17/2023 - Brazilian analysts 2023 expectations: stronger Real vs the Dollar and economy will grow below 1%
05/08/2023 - France Minister Under Fire For Erotic Novel Just After Economy Prediction
05/09/2023 - Imran Khan's Arrest Comes As Another Blow To Pak's Crippling Economy
05/14/2023 - Joe Biden Warns Of "Catastrophic" Consequences On Economy If US Defaults
05/22/2023 - Chilean large port reflects the slower performance of the country's economy
05/22/2023 - How US Debt Default Would Affect Global Economy, Financial Markets
05/24/2023 - IMF improves UK economy forecast for this year but "inflation remains stubbornly high"
05/25/2023 - Germany falls into recession as inflation hits economy
05/29/2023 - Argentina's race against time: Economy Minister seeks Chinese support to stay afloat
06/01/2023 - Joe Biden And Kevin McCarthy - The Odd Couple Who Saved US Economy
06/04/2023 - "Will Take Some Time To Set Economy On Right Path": Pak Finance Minister

"Will Take Some Time To Set Economy On Right Path": Pak Finance Minister

Published: 06/04/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Pakistan Finance Minister Ishaq Dar has said it will take some time to set the economy on the right path in the face of gigantic financial problems, Pakistan based The News International newspaper reported.

Joe Biden And Kevin McCarthy - The Odd Couple Who Saved US Economy

Published: 06/01/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Like bomb squad technicians who just snipped the last wire on a ticking device, Joe Biden and top Republican Kevin McCarthy are breathing a sigh of relief after reaching a deal on the US debt ceiling.

Argentina's race against time: Economy Minister seeks Chinese support to stay afloat

Published: 05/29/2023 in MercoPress

Economy Minister Massa and Deputy Máximo Kirchner are traveling aboard the ARG-01 aircraft Argentina's Economy Minister Sergio Massa is due in China Tuesday, in a desperate bid to secure much-needed dollars for the government's survival and bolster its chances in the upcoming presidential elections. President Alberto Fernández, who recently announced that he would not seek re-election, has taken a backseat, allowing Massa to spearhead this crucial mission.

Germany falls into recession as inflation hits economy

Published: 05/25/2023 in BBC News - World

Rising prices have dampened demand from households and businesses in Europe's largest economy.

IMF improves UK economy forecast for this year but "inflation remains stubbornly high"

Published: 05/24/2023 in MercoPress

The IMF said inflation “remains stubbornly high” and that higher interest rates will need to remain in place if it is to be brought down. Improved prospects for the UK economy according to the latest report from the IMF. The Fund said UK is expected to avoid a recession this year, with the economy growing 0,4% in 2023, compared to the a previous forecast of a 0,3% contraction last year.

How US Debt Default Would Affect Global Economy, Financial Markets

Published: 05/22/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

President Joe Biden and Republicans in Congress have resumed crunch talks aimed at averting a damaging US debt default, which Treasury officials recently warned could come as early as June 1.

Chilean large port reflects the slower performance of the country's economy

Published: 05/22/2023 in MercoPress

In April, port concessionaires handled 1,679,084 tons, equivalent to 266,303 tons less than the same month in 2022. San Antonio, the largest port complex in Chile, had its fourth consecutive month with negative figures, as cargo handling experienced a 13.7% decline in April. Throughout the first quarter, it saw a 14.5% decrease.

Joe Biden Warns Of "Catastrophic" Consequences On Economy If US Defaults

Published: 05/14/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

President Joe Biden's administration again warned Sunday of "catastrophic" consequences for the US economy if the country defaults, as negotiations with Republicans over a debt deal are expected to resume in the week ahead.

Imran Khan's Arrest Comes As Another Blow To Pak's Crippling Economy

Published: 05/09/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

The arrest of former Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan and the call from his party for nationwide protests present another blow to the nuclear-armed country struggling with an economic crisis.

France Minister Under Fire For Erotic Novel Just After Economy Prediction

Published: 05/08/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Bruno Le Maire, France's finance minister, said he was fully focused on creating growth and fighting inflation

Brazilian analysts 2023 expectations: stronger Real vs the Dollar and economy will grow below 1%

Published: 04/17/2023 in MercoPress

For the end of 2023 analysts expect the US dollar to be exchanging at 5,24 Reales The Brazilian Central Bank released its weekly Focus Bulletin this Monday, which brings together an estimate of the country's economy's future performance by leading financial markets analysts.

China's Economy Expected To Rebound As Zero-Covid Era Fades

Published: 04/16/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

China is expected to announce an economic rebound on Tuesday, when Beijing releases its first quarterly GDP figures since abolishing growth-sapping Covid restrictions late last year.

World economy faces weakest growth since 1990 - IMF

Published: 04/06/2023 in BBC News - World

The weak outlook reflects a sharp rise in borrowing costs weighing on businesses and households.

UK economy just avoided recession in 2022, pushed by 0,1% growth in fourth quarter

Published: 04/03/2023 in MercoPress

A recession is generally defined in the UK as two consecutive quarters of declining GDP, and the economy had already contracted 0.2% in the third quarter. The UK economy avoided recession in the second half of last year, posting 0.1% growth in the fourth quarter. The original estimate for GDP, between October and November, released by the Bank of England in mid-February had shown zero growth.

German Economy Minister Makes Surprise Visit To Kyiv

Published: 04/03/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

German Economy and Energy Minister Robert Habeck made a surprise visit to Kyiv on Monday to discuss Ukraine's post-war reconstruction.

UK-Asia trade deal to boost UK economy by 0.08%

Published: 03/30/2023 in BBC News - World

The bloc includes nations such as Japan and Australia, but the UK's economy will only get a small boost.

Sri Lanka: $2.9bn IMF bailout for struggling economy

Published: 03/20/2023 in BBC News - World

The deal is a lifeline for the country which is facing its worst economic crisis in over 70 years.

US Encourages Pak To Continue Working With IMF To Improve Its Economy

Published: 03/08/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

The US is ready and able to continue to be a partner to the people of Pakistan, said Ned Price.

After 2020, 2022 Second-Worst Year For China's Economy Since 1970s: Report

Published: 03/06/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

The Chinese Communist Party's (CCP) two sessions of top political meeting started on Saturday, March 4, and are expected to last for two weeks. The regime has set its 2023 gross domestic product (GDP) target at its lowest level in years, NTD Report.

Russia's economy shrinks by less than expected

Published: 02/20/2023 in BBC News - World

Despite widespread sanctions, the country's economy fared better last year than many analysts forecast.

Revival Of Economy Complicated Due To Global Competition: Xi Jinping

Published: 02/17/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Efforts to revive China's economy have become "complicated" with growing global competition to attract investment, President Xi Jinping has said, calling for steps to forestall and defuse major economic and financial risks.

UK economy, Brexit and the productivity slowdown controversy

Published: 02/14/2023 in MercoPress

Bank of England. Photo: HANNAH MCKAY/REUTERS Jonathan Haskel, an external member of the Bank of England monetary policy committee, said a wave of investment "stopped in its tracks" in 2016 following the Brexit vote.

Oil Still Indispensable To Global Economy: UAE Climate Change Envoy

Published: 02/07/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

The energy industry must play a role in the campaign to tackle global warming, the president of this year's UN climate talks said on Tuesday, denying any "conflict of interest".

Rishi Sunak Plans Mini Cabinet Reshuffle To Revive UK Economy: Report

Published: 02/07/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to launch a mini reshuffle on Tuesday, breaking up two departments to better suit his pledge to spur the economy and turn around his

Political crises might impact Latin America's economy, IMF team warns

Published: 02/03/2023 in MercoPress

The year 2023 is likely to be challenging for the region, the IMF found A technical team of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned that political unrest in various regions of Latin America might have consequences for the economy since it would affect how the region is perceived worldwide.

Downing Street Defends UK Economy After Bleak IMF Forecast

Published: 01/31/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's office was forced to defend the country's economic performance on Tuesday after a dire IMF forecast that the UK is set to fare worse than any other country in the developed world.

Pakistan's Economy In 'Collapse' As UN Agency IMF Visits

Published: 01/31/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for months held out against the tax rises and subsidy slashing demanded by the International Monetary Fund, fearful of backlash ahead of elections due in October.

Joe Biden Faces Backlash Over 'Misleading Statements' About The Economy

Published: 01/29/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Fact-checkers from CNN and the House Ways and Means committee called Joe Biden's claims false and misleading.

Despite record exports in 2022, hard times ahead for the Chilean economy

Published: 01/11/2023 in MercoPress

Import numbers were also significant, totaling US$ 94,6bn in 2022, up 12.4% from 2021 with a good performance in most sectors. Chile managed a positive foreign trade year in 2022, with exports reaching almost US$ 100 billion, the highest in historic terms, and a surplus of US$ 2,85 billion. The Central bank stats points out that the US$ 97,5bn exports, a 3% expansion over the previous year was achieved despite a strong drop in the value of the country's main export copper, 14%, and an 18% contraction of overseas sales of the red metal.

Pakistan's Economy Facing One Of Its Worst Crises: Report

Published: 01/09/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Pakistan's economy is currently facing one of its worst crises as the country's foreign exchange reserves have fallen to a critical level of USD 4.5 billion, warned The Federation of Pakistan Chambers of Commerce & Industry's (FPCCI)

"Uncertain Economy": Amazon To Lay Off Over 18,000 Employees

Published: 01/04/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Amazon announced Wednesday it will cut more than 18,000 jobs from its workforce, citing "the uncertain economy" and the fact that the retail giant has "hired rapidly over the last several years."

Rishi Sunak's 5 Promises To Get Britain Economy Back On Track

Published: 01/04/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has listed reducing the national debt and lowering inflation among his priorities for the coming year.

Complicated 2023 for the Chilean economy as copper prices slide and political stability is fragile

Published: 01/03/2023 in MercoPress

November and December 2022 in Chile are expected to show significant economic contractions across the board In early December Chile's central bank said the country's economy was set to contract between 1.75% and 0.75% in 2023, however in 2022 GDP is seen rising 2,4%, with a formidable takeoff in the first half of last year.

Imran Khan's Party To Protest Against "Sinking Economy" From Today: Report

Published: 12/29/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leader Fawad Chaudhry on Thursday said that the party had decided to hold a protest against inflation and the "sinking economy" across Pakistan from Friday, Dawn reported.

Massa among world's top economy personalities of 2022, says Folha

Published: 12/28/2022 in MercoPress

Massa (L) became some sort of prime minister who saved Alberto Fernández'(R) s government from a political crisis, Folha said Argentina's Sergio Massa has been named among the 10 most influential people of the year in the economic and financial world by the leading Brazilian newspaper Folha de Sao Paulo. The list also includes Elon Musk, Jerome Powell, Bernard Arnault, and Christine Lagarde.

China's Economy Is Showing Increasing Strain From The Covid Tsunami

Published: 12/26/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

China's economy continued to slow in December as the massive Covid-19 outbreak spread across the country, with activity slumping as more people stay home to try and avoid getting sick or to recover.

World Economy Headed For Recession In 2023 As Inflation Rises: Report

Published: 12/25/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The world faces a recession in 2023 higher borrowing costs aimed at tackling inflation cause a number of economies to contract, according to the Centre for Economics and Business Research.

BB, World Bank team up to finance greener economy in Brazil

Published: 12/24/2022 in MercoPress

We welcome the partnership with the World Bank, Ribeiro said The World Bank's Board of Directors Friday approved a US$ 500 million financing project for actions in Brazil linked to sustainability and the carbon credit market. The project was approved today (23), in Washington, by the World Bank Board of Directors. Joining the initiative to create a one-stop shop is Banco do Brasil (BB).

UK economy contracts more than expected in the third quarter

Published: 12/23/2022 in MercoPress

The services sector grew its output by 0.1% while the production sector dropped by 2.5%, during the July to September period The UK economy heading for recession, contracted more than expected in the third quarter with GDP falling 0.3% against an estimated 0.2%, according to the Office for National Statistics.

Uruguay's economy growing above global pace, Lacalle says

Published: 12/20/2022 in MercoPress

Carmelo, Colonia, and Uruguay can offer tranquility and security, which is the last nudge that the businessman needs, Lacalle highlighted Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou said that while the world's economy would grow by 2.9%, that of his country would do so by over 5% by the end of 2022.

Uruguay's economy unchanged since second quarter of 2022

Published: 12/16/2022 in MercoPress

Uruguay's GDP grew by 3.7% interannually in the third quarter of 2022 Uruguay's Central Bank (BCU) Thursday issued a report showing the country's economy for the third trimester of 2022 "remained at similar levels to those of the second quarter of the year."

Despite political chaos, Peruvian economy remains strong based on an independent central bank

Published: 12/13/2022 in MercoPress

Inflation is among the lowest in the region and international reserves the highest in relation to the size of the Peruvian When Peruvian president Dina Boluarte took office becoming the sixth head of state in four years, world media pointed out to the mineral rich South American country as an example of instability and total political chaos. This however is not necessarily true since Peru has one of the most stable and sustainedly growing economies in the region.

World Economy Faces More Pain In 2023 After A Gloomy Year

Published: 12/08/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Instead, 2022 was marked by a new war, record inflation and climate-linked disasters. It was a "polycrisis" year, a term popularised by historian Adam Tooze.

Economy Minister says Brazil's spending cap poorly constructed

Published: 11/19/2022 in MercoPress

Guedes insisted any step backward from the current policies would be a mistake Brazil's Economy Minister Paulo Guedes Friday admitted the spending ceiling needed to be pierced because it was poorly constructed, but he insisted that the federal spending cap remains a necessary tool to ensure the stability of public accounts.

Russia-Ukraine War Hurting Global Economy: G20 Leaders

Published: 11/16/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

G20 nations on Wednesday said the war in Ukraine was hurting the global economy and warned against the threat or use of nuclear weapons in the conflict, according to a final statement agreed on by...

Cost of living: Japan economy unexpectedly shrinks after yen slide

Published: 11/14/2022 in BBC News - World

People and businesses spent less than as the weak currency made imports more expensive.

"We Will Not Let You Down": Xi Jingping On Chinese Aid For Pak Economy

Published: 11/07/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

China, which has offered a $9 billion bailout package to Pakistan, on Monday pledged more support for the cash-strapped nation.

The Impact Of Imran Khan's Shooting On Pakistan's Army, Economy

Published: 11/04/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Since his ouster as Prime Minister in April, Imran Khan has embarked on a risky campaign to rally public support against prominent generals who lead Pakistan's most powerful institution.

Lebanon: Iraqi tourists provide unlikely boost for failing economy

Published: 10/25/2022 in BBC News - World

Despite power cuts, shortages and political strife, Iraqis (and their dollars) are coming to Lebanon.

"Liz Truss Made Mistakes In Handling Economy": Rishi Sunak's Top Quotes

Published: 10/25/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Britain's new Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, in his first public address, today vowed to fix Liz Truss's 'mistakes'. He warned that the country will have to make 'difficult' choices.

Markets Positive About Rishi Sunak As He Inherits A UK Economy In Crisis

Published: 10/24/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Ms Truss's policy U-turns, most significantly scaling back a cap on rising energy prices and a big boost in borrowing to pay for massive unfunded tax cuts, crashed the pound, which is now hovering...

What we just learned about China's economy

Published: 10/24/2022 in BBC News - World

Hong Kong's benchmark Hang Seng stock index fell more than 6% on investor concerns over Xi Jinping's policies.

Gloomy picture of UK economy: Sterling KO, retail sales down and government borrowing increasing

Published: 10/22/2022 in MercoPress

The volatility in the pound came after official figures showed government borrowing rose to its second highest September on record Pound sterling trading ended on Friday at US$ 1.12, after rallying on Thursday following the announcement of Prime Minister Liz Truss Thursday resignation. However new figures showed a gloomy picture of the UK economy.

Liz Truss, Shortest-Serving PM In UK History, Leaves Scars On Economy

Published: 10/20/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Liz Truss, the shortest-serving prime minister in UK history, leaves lasting scars on the economy after her botched budget rocked markets, spiked borrowing costs and tanked the pound.

Milei plans to "dollarize" economy if elected President of Argentina

Published: 10/20/2022 in MercoPress

Ambassador Stanley has met with almost every political leader in the country Argentine Libertarian Congressman Javier Milei told US Ambassador Marc Stanley he would "dollarize" Argentina if he is elected president in 2023 during a meeting Wednesday at the Embassy in Buenos Aires.

Amazon's Jeff Bezos in economy warning: 'Batten down hatches'

Published: 10/19/2022 in BBC News - World

With economic gloom on the US's horizon, the tech giant's boss points out warning signals.

Uruguayan Economy minister highlights the importance of climate actions

Published: 10/13/2022 in MercoPress

There will come a time when international trade will penalize countries that do not sustainably produce their goods and services, Arbeleche warned During her appearance in Washington DC at the Center for Global Development (CGD), Uruguay's Economy Minister Azucena Arbeleche Thursday highlighted the importance of inclusive and sustainable growth.

IMF anticipates recession in Germany and Italy next year and an almost halt for the UK economy

Published: 10/12/2022 in MercoPress

In an update to its World Economic Outlook, IMF said the German economy was expected to shrink 0.3% in 2023. It previously forecast 0.8% growth The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Tuesday predicted that Germany and Italy would both fall into recession next year, while Great Britain the G7 best performing economy this year, will come to an almost halt in 2023, following on the announcement of the mini budget by the Liz Truss government.

Asian Economy Hit Due To Ukraine War, Risks Rising Fragmentation: IMF

Published: 10/12/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Top IMF official Krishna Srinivasan said if uncertainty due to the Ukraine war continues, Asia in particular would "see problems".

Imran Khan "Biggest Liar On Earth", He Ruined Country's Economy: Pak PM

Published: 10/04/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Pakistan Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has accused former premier Imran Khan of being the biggest liar on the face of the earth, alleging that the PTI chief has ruined the country's economy.

Pakistan floods put pressure on faltering economy

Published: 09/18/2022 in BBC News - World

The South Asian nation was already grappling with high prices, low foreign reserves and high debt levels.

Cycling World Championships: French Federation defends decision to fly female riders to Australia in economy

Published: 09/17/2022 in BBC News - World

The French Cycling Federation defends its decision to fly its men to the Cycling World Championships in Australia in business class while the women travelled in economy.

Uruguay's economy grows 7.7% in second quarter of 2022

Published: 09/17/2022 in MercoPress

An increase in activity in agriculture, fishing, and mining were key factors, the BCU stated In its National Accounts report published Friday, the Central Bank of Uruguay (BCU) announced that the country's economy had grown 7.7% in the second quarter of 2022 "mainly due to the high yields achieved in the soybean harvest."

Sri Lanka's Economy Shrinks 8.4 Per Cent Amid Fertiliser, Fuel Shortages

Published: 09/15/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Sri Lanka's economy shrank 8.4% in the quarter through June from a year ago in one of the steepest declines seen in a three-month period, amid fertiliser and fuel shortages during the nation's most...

Japan could lift cap on foreign tourists to lift economy

Published: 09/11/2022 in BBC News - World

Officials are concerned at the yen's slide to its lowest level against the US dollar in 24 years.

Lacalle participates in events boosting Uruguay's economy

Published: 09/09/2022 in MercoPress

New developments will allow for international certifications not available before in the country Uruguayan President Luis Lacalle Pou Thursday attended the celebrations of Laboratorio Industrial Montevideo's 75th anniversary. The 100% national company is specialized in food and electrical analysis, supporting exporting companies.

UK PM Liz Truss Inherits Economy Headed For Recession: 4 Big Challenges

Published: 09/05/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

New UK Prime Minister Liz Truss inherits an economy set to enter recession before the end of the year, with double-digit inflation forecast to soar further.

UK Slips Behind India To Become World's Sixth Biggest Economy

Published: 09/02/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Britain has dropped behind India to become the world's sixth largest economy, delivering a further blow to the government in London as it grapples with a brutal cost-of-living shock.

Latin America's economy reported to be slowing down

Published: 08/24/2022 in MercoPress

“Monetary policies alone are not enough to face today's situation; fiscal spending must be targeted,” Cimoli explained Latin America's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has been reported to be slowing down, with a 2.7% expansion projected for the end of 2022, according to an Economic Commission for Latin America and the Caribbean (ECLAC) report released in Santiago on Tuesday.

China's Unemployed Turn To Car Boot Sales As Covid-Hit Economy Stalls

Published: 08/23/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

When the COVID-19 pandemic forced Wang Wei to shut his tourism company, the Tianjin native poured his life-savings of 80,000 yuan ($11,785) into selling coffee from the back of his green Suzuki micro...

Ukraine War Pulls Rug Out From Under World Economy Rebound

Published: 08/22/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

This year was supposed to confirm the world economy's comeback from the Covid pandemic crisis. Instead, the six-month-old war in Ukraine has sparked fears of recession.

Uruguay's economy shows drop in sales

Published: 08/18/2022 in MercoPress

Many Uruguayans would rather do their shopping in Argentina thanks to a favorable exchange rate Uruguay's domestic trade has recorded a 5.3% drop in sales of products and services during the second quarter of 2022, the Chamber of Commerce and Services reported Wednesday.

Japan urges its young people to drink more to boost economy

Published: 08/17/2022 in BBC News - World

The government's tax agency has launched a programme to encourage a new generation of sake drinkers.

Former Economy Minister wants Argentines to retire older

Published: 08/12/2022 in MercoPress

Dujovne also said there was a danger of hyperinflation in Argentina Former Argentine Economy Minister Nicolás Dujovne said people should retire at age 68, regardless of their sex, in a country where under current legislation men do so at 65 and women at 60.

Massa sworn in as Argentina's new “Super” Economy Minister

Published: 08/04/2022 in MercoPress

Massa has already announced the names of most of his aides Former Lower House Speaker Sergio Massa has been sworn in Wednesday as Argentina's new Minister of Economy, Agriculture, and Production as the country seeks to regain some stability following the departure of Ministers Matías Kulfas and Martín Guzmán around a month ago.

Boosted by Brazil and Mexico, Latin America's economy expected to expand 3% in 2022, IMF

Published: 07/29/2022 in MercoPress

Brazil's economy rebounding strongly this year with an increase in investments and jobs Given the improved performance of Latin America's largest economies, particularly Brazil, Mexico, Colombia and Chile, the IMF has raised the 2022 growth projection for the Latam and the Caribbean.

Amid Worries Of Recession, US Economy Shrinks

Published: 07/28/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The dollar dropped to a six-week low against the yen on Thursday, tracking the decline in Treasury yields, after data showed the US economy contracted again in the second quarter.

2 Invasive Frog and Snake Species Cost World Economy $16 Billion: Report

Published: 07/28/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Two invasive species, the American bullfrog and the brown tree snake, cost the world an estimated $16 billion between 1986 and 2020 by causing problems ranging from crop damage to power outages,...

US Recession Fears Deepen As Economy Contracts In Second Quarter

Published: 07/28/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The US economy contracted for a second straight quarter between April and June, government data showed Thursday, fueling recession fears just months before key midterm elections in a blow for...

US economy shrinks again ringing recession alarms

Published: 07/28/2022 in BBC News - World

The US economy contracted at an annual rate of 0.9% in the three months to July.

Argentina: Massa denies he is to become Economy Minister

Published: 07/28/2022 in MercoPress

“I did not have any offer,” Massa said. But In Argentina, that can change fast Argentina's Lower House Speaker Sergio Massa Wednesday denied rumors that he would take over as Economy Minister but that President Alberto Fernández was delaying the announcement until the incumbent Silvina Batakis returned from her US mission.

Somber future ahead for Argentina's economy

Published: 07/18/2022 in MercoPress

The worst can be avoided “if world markets calm down and the IMF steps in with its support,” a Reuters report pointed out Foreign Analysts do not see a bright future ahead for Argentina's economy. While some place it among the countries most likely to default its debt, others fear it might not survive a new adjustment to the basic interest rates by the United States.

Japan's Shinzo Abe Sought To Revive Economy, Fulfil Conservative Agenda

Published: 07/08/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest-serving prime minister, launched his "Abenomics" policies to lift the economy out of deflation, strengthen Japan's military and sought to counter China's growing clout in a...

Arabs believe economy is weak under democracy

Published: 07/05/2022 in BBC News - World

People are losing faith in democracy to deliver economic stability across Middle East and North Africa, according to a major new survey.

Argentina's new Economy Minister sworn in

Published: 07/04/2022 in MercoPress

Batakis thanked CFK but not Alberto Fernández for her appointment Argentina's newly-appointed Economy Minister, Silvina Batakis, made a brief statement to the press minutes after taking her oath of office, during which she vowed to stay on the present course of action left behind by her predecessor Martín Guzmán, who resigned Saturday.

Alberto Fernández picks Silvina Batakis as new Economy Minister

Published: 07/04/2022 in MercoPress

Batakis' resumé includes various positions within the Buenos Aires provincial administration since 19992. Argentine President Alberto Fernández chose Silvina Batakis as the new Economy Minister following the resignation of Martín Guzmán during the weekend, a move which has prompted a rise in the informal exchange rate between the local peso and the US dollar, thus fueling already seemingly unstoppable inflation.

Argentine Economy Minister resigns, President's fate at stake

Published: 07/03/2022 in MercoPress

Guzmán's resignation fueled inflation and left President Fernández on the brink of an early departure Martín Guzmán has turned in his resignation Saturday as Economy Minister of Argentina, dealing with what many regards as a coup de grace to the administration of President Alberto Fernández, amid rampant inflation and growing popular discontent following additional restrictive measures regarding imports and the purchase of hard currency (namely US dollars) for transactions abroad, where the local peso carries no weight.

Argentina Crisis Builds As Economy Minister Resigns

Published: 07/02/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Argentina's economy minister, Martin Guzman, who led debt renegotiations with the International Monetary Fund, announced his resignation in a statement shared on Twitter on Saturday.

Airline Reveals Bunk Beds For Economy Class On Long-Haul Flights

Published: 06/29/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

These beds will include a full-size pillow, bedding, ear plugs, a reading light, USB port and a ventilation outlet.

Joe Biden In Germany For G7 Meet. On Agenda: Russia, World Economy

Published: 06/25/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

President Joe Biden touched down in Germany on Saturday to attend the G7 summit with the leaders of key US allies to discuss their united front against Russia and troubling weakness in the world...

Markets slide as rate rises fuel economy fears

Published: 06/16/2022 in BBC News - World

The Dow Jones share index closed below 30,000 at its lowest level in more than a year.

Pak Asks Citizens To Drink Less Tea As Economy Faces Loan Burden: Report

Published: 06/15/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Cash-strapped Pakistan has urged its countrymen to cut down the consumption of tea to help reduce the import bill eating into the country's fast depleting foreign exchange reserves.

Russia's economy in for a bumpy ride as sanctions bite

Published: 06/14/2022 in BBC News - World

Four months after Russia invaded Ukraine, the economy still works but it lacks some of its parts.

Falkland Islanders "Look Forward at Forty" and will continue to develop the community and economy of the Islands

Published: 06/08/2022 in MercoPress

Mrs. Phyll Rendell, “a reflective and emotional time for Islanders who will remain forever grateful to the British Forces who liberated them forty years ago” As the Queen's Platinum Jubilee popular celebrations come to an end, Falkland Islanders have turned back to the 40th-anniversary commemorations of the war and the coming Liberation Day. The Chair of the 40th Anniversary Committee, Mrs. Phyl Rendell MBE made a brief statement on coming events and the future.

In Bid To Boost Economy, Shanghai To Ease Covid Restrictions

Published: 05/29/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Shanghai authorities will cancel many conditions for businesses to resume work from Wednesday, a city official said on Sunday, easing a city-wide lockdown that began some two months ago.

Sri Lanka PM's Push For Export-Oriented Economy Amid Crisis

Published: 05/26/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Amid Sri Lanka's economic meltdown, Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe has elucidated the need to make policy decisions based on an export-oriented economy.

Chinese economy stalling: combating Covid 19 and keeping jobs more significant than GDP growth criteria

Published: 05/26/2022 in MercoPress

Premier Li Keqiang warned of economic “hardships to some extent greater than those seen during the initial virus outbreak in 2020”. The Chinese economy is not working as smoothly as expected and is facing many challenges, admitted Premier Li Keqiang during a major conference on Wednesday.

Economy In Focus As Australia PM Turns To Domestic Issues After Quad Trip

Published: 05/25/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

New prime minister Anthony Albanese said on Thursday Australia faces significant economic headwinds, turning his attention to domestic affairs after a first few days in office dominated by...

China's Economy Was Once "Robust". Then Covid Returned

Published: 05/23/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

China, which once boasted of a robust defence against COVID-19 pandemic, is now hit hard by the return of the virus.

Markets fall as retailers ring alarm over US economy

Published: 05/18/2022 in BBC News - World

US shares see their biggest one-day drop since 2020 after renewed signs of waning consumer confidence.

Sri Lanka economy crisis to get worse before it gets better, PM says

Published: 05/13/2022 in BBC News - World

Sri Lanka's new PM tells the BBC the country's dire economic crisis will get worse before it gets better.

Lanka Economy Will Collapse If No Government Within 2 Days: Central Bank

Published: 05/11/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Sri Lanka's economy will "collapse beyond redemption" unless a new government is appointed within two days to restore political stability, Central Bank of Sri Lanka Governor Nandalal Weerasinghe said...

Brazil's Economy Minister in favor of taxing the wealthiest

Published: 05/10/2022 in MercoPress

Guedes sees the move would help his country become a world power Brazil's Economy Minister Paulo Guedes Monday expressed his approval to apply an income tax on the extra wealthy citizens in exchange for easing down on collections levied on enterprises, it was reported.

China's Economy Had "High Hopes" For This Year. Then, Covid Played Truant

Published: 05/08/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

President Xi Jinping has offered state backing for tech, infrastructure and jobs to revive China's economy, but analysts warn growth will continue to wilt until Beijing drops its rigid virus controls.

Won't Support EU Russia Sanctions, "Atomic Bomb" On Our Economy: Hungary

Published: 05/06/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The European Commission's current proposal would amount to an "atomic bomb" dropped on the Hungarian economy, Prime Minister Viktor Orban told state radio

How China's Adamant Zero-Covid Policy Is Affecting Its Economy

Published: 05/06/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

China has pledged to resolutely fight all narratives against the nation's Zero-Covid policy. Experts have warned that Mass testing its vast population could bring fresh misery to the world's...

Argentina's Economy Minister in President Fernández's Achilles tendon

Published: 05/03/2022 in MercoPress

Guzmán's agreement with the IMF needs reviewing because it was based on inflationary projections which have already fallen short of reality's figures As Argentina's inflation continues to grow with no end in sight and the news is that guidelines agreed upon with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) already need to be reviewed because they were based on a CPI that is no longer attainable, Economy Minister Martín Guzmán is beginning to take flak from friends and foes alike, casting doubts on his chances of remaining in office.

Chinese citizens, economy fear measures more than they fear COVID-19 itself

Published: 04/30/2022 in MercoPress

“COVID-19 won't kill us, hunger will” a Chinese citizen under lockdown posted on the internet before censorship removed the message The COVID-19 pandemic has almost the whole world going in one direction and China doing quite the opposite and measures of the utmost severity have led to the strict confinement of some 343 million people to enforce a "zero-tolerance" policy as cases of the Omicron variant keep being detected through mass, compulsory testing.

Europe Denounces "Gas Blackmail" As Sanctions Batter Russian Economy

Published: 04/27/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

European leaders denounced Russia's attempt to "blackmail" Ukraine's allies over gas supplies, as Western sanctions batter the Russian economy already struggling with its worst crisis since the 1991...

Lockdowns Hit China Economy, "Sharp Deterioration" In Production, Demand

Published: 04/25/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

China's economy slowed rapidly in April as the costs of both a worsening Covid outbreak and the nation's stringent approach to eliminating the virus took their toll.

Brazil's Economy Minister says Europe keen on Mercosur deal

Published: 04/22/2022 in MercoPress

Guedes noticed less resistance from countries like France and Belgium to close a partnership with Brazil Brazil's Economy Minister Paulo Guedes Thursday said he had heard from European representatives a renewed interest in closing a trade deal with Mercosur.

Imran Khan Ruined Pakistan's Economy: Nawaz Sharif Lashes Out At Ex-PM

Published: 04/21/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Pakistan Muslim League-Nawaz (PML-N) supremo and former Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif on Thursday lashed out at recently ousted Imran Khan while addressing a gathering with Pakistan People's Party (PPP)...

Problems and challenges Brexit brought for the Falklands' economy still pending

Published: 04/19/2022 in MercoPress

Since the end of the transition period in January 2021 Falklands’ exports to the EU have been subject to tariffs, 42% for meat and 6% to 18% for fisheries Brexit has “brought problems” for the Falkland Islands’ fishing industry, a Labour former defense minister has warned. Derek Twigg, chairman of the Falkland Islands All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG), said there had “been a lot of concern” over the impact of the UK’s exit from the EU on Falkland Islands fishing exports, such as squid.

IMF Lauds India's Resilient Economy, Recent Structural Reforms

Published: 04/19/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Even while the world faces economic challenges in the face of various waves of COVID-19 pandemic, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has praised India's resilient economy.

China lowers banks' reserves to stimulate the economy

Published: 04/18/2022 in MercoPress

The reserve requirement ratio (RRR) cut will take effect April 25, the People's Bank of China (PBC), said in a statement on its website. China's central bank announced last Friday a flat reduction of 25 basis points of in banks' reserve requirements, as part of the anticipated pro-growth measures to stimulate the world´s second-largest economy. The slowing down of domestic consumption in the first half of the year, flared by the outbreaks in Shanghai, are expected to be stronger in the second half.

Pakistan's New PM's "Emergency Measures" To Fix Broken Economy

Published: 04/17/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Pakistan's new Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif said Thursday the country's economy had stagnated under his predecessor Imran Khan, setting the tone for possibly months of bitterness before an election...

Ukraine's Economy To Collapse By 45.1% Amid Russia Invasion: World Bank

Published: 04/11/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The World Bank issued dire forecasts for Ukraine as Russia's invasion impacts both the country and its neighbors, warning in a report released Sunday of an even bleaker economic outlook if the...

No Money, No Economy, No Invasion: US' Starve Russia's "War Machine" Plan

Published: 04/07/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The United States is ramping up sanctions against Russia to deprive Moscow's "war machine" of money and components needed to sustain its invasion of Ukraine.

Shanghai lockdown: Economy shaken by zero-Covid measures

Published: 04/03/2022 in BBC News - World

Shanghai is a major financial centre and port as well as a hub for manufacturing electronics and cars.

Ukraine's Economy Could Shrink 40% in 2022 Owing To Russian Invasion

Published: 04/02/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Areas in which remote work is impossible have suffered the most due to the Russian invasion in Ukraine.

What US Said On Russia's "Closed Economy" Amid Sanctions Over Ukraine

Published: 04/02/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Inflation that has run as high as 6% over the past three weeks is a better indication of the sanctions' performance inside Russia, revealing the rouble's diminished purchasing power, the official said

Uruguayan Economy Minister "the best in the world"

Published: 03/31/2022 in MercoPress

Azucena Arbeleche received her distinction during the WGSO's annual meeting in Dubai Uruguay's Minister of Economy and Finance Azucena Arbeleche has been singled out by the World Government Summit Organization (WGSO) for her "excellence in her performance in the public sector and leadership at the international level," due to which she was recognized as the "best minister of state" in the world.

US Proposes Hike In Assistance To India In Clean Energy, Digital Economy

Published: 03/28/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

US President Joe Biden has proposed to increase the developmental assistance to India in clean energy, digital economy, and also in combating increasing authoritarianism.

Uruguay's economy grows 4.4% in 2021, Central Bank says

Published: 03/24/2022 in MercoPress

Wednesday's results were consistent with forecasts by the Ministry of Economy and Finance (MEF) According to a study by Uruguay's Central Bank released Wednesday, the country's economy has grown 4.4% in 2021, despite all COVID-19 restrictions. The new figures show a recovery from 2020's fall due to the sanitary measures in force, which led to a decline in GDP of 5.9%.

China's Tech Hub Eases Covid Curbs To "Minimise Impact" On Economy

Published: 03/18/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

China's southern tech powerhouse Shenzhen has partially eased lockdown measures, after President Xi Jinping stressed the need to "minimise the impact" of the coronavirus pandemic on the nation's...

How Russia's Economy Will Struggle To Pay The Price Of Invading Ukraine

Published: 03/14/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The invasion of Ukraine has placed Russia on the verge of bankruptcy. Interest rates have doubled, the stock market has closed, and the rouble has fallen to its lowest level ever.

Ukraine/Russian conflict will have a severe impact on the global economy, anticipates IMF

Published: 03/08/2022 in MercoPress

The war in Ukraine is resulting in tragic loss of life and human suffering, as well as causing massive damage to Ukraine’s physical infrastructure The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board addressed the economic impact of the war in Ukraine, price shocks of energy and commodity prices, and on possible fast-tracked financial assistance for affected countries since a severe impact on the global economy can be expected.

Brazilian economy expanded 4,6% in 2021, despite a 0,2% contraction of agriculture

Published: 03/08/2022 in MercoPress

Service sector activities thrived in 2021, particularly transport, storage, and shipping (11.4%). Communications increased (12.3%), driven by internet and IT development. Contrary to foreign forecasts from multilateral organizations forecasts, Brazil’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) ended 2021 with a 4.6% growth, totaling 8.7 trillion (about US$ 1,7 trillion at the current rate). The country managed to recover from the slowdown of 2020 when the Brazilian economy shrank 3.9% because of the pandemic.

Russia Being "Unplugged" From World Economy, Says France

Published: 02/28/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Russia is being "unplugged" from the world economy as sanctions over its invasion of Ukraine start to bite, France said on Monday.

Russia's Ruble Tanks 30% As Sanctions Over Ukraine Invasion Hit Economy

Published: 02/27/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Russia's ruble plunged nearly 30 per cent against the dollar Monday after world powers imposed fresh, harsher sanctions on Moscow over its invasion of Ukraine.

Gas and nuclear energies and the green economy: furious debate in Europe

Published: 02/03/2022 in MercoPress

Under EC new rules, certain nuclear and gas projects can be labeled sustainable “transitional activities.” Are gas and nuclear clean energies in the drive to a green economy? The controversy has triggered a furious debate in the European Commission following proposed rules that, in effect under certain conditions, the two energies can be labeled "green investments".

China concerned about a slowing economy cuts lending rates to boost consumption

Published: 01/24/2022 in MercoPress

The People’s Bank of China, PBOC, cut the one year loan prime rate by ten basis points from 3.8% to 3.7%. The Chinese economy expanded 8,1% in 2021, following the 2,2% of 2020, as steadily growing industrial production and exceptional trade performance offset a drop in retail sales. Still, that figure fell short of economists' expectations for an 8.4% growth and year on year growth rate fell to 4,9% in the third quarter and 4% in the fourth quarter.

Omicron Poses Limited Downside To Indian Economy, Say Economists

Published: 01/19/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

There is scant downside risk to the Indian economy in the last months of this financial year from the Omicron coronavirus variant, according to economists polled by Reuters who said New Delhi should...

Nigeria's economy: Why people are buying sanitary pads in packs of two

Published: 01/16/2022 in BBC News - World

A so-called "sachet economy" has emerged as high inflation makes everyday items too expensive for many.

England Cuts Covid Self-Isolation Period To 5 Days To Boost Economy

Published: 01/13/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The UK government said Thursday it will cut the minimum self-isolation period for those with Covid-19 in England from seven to five days to help boost economic activity.

Record 2021 trade surplus in Brazil, but complaints about the economy becoming commodities dependent

Published: 01/13/2022 in MercoPress

Revenue from soybean, beef, poultry, corn, pork and fruit exports totaled some US$ 60 billion, half of the overall Brazilian exports of US$ 120 billion last year. . Brazil managed a US$ 61,01 billion surplus in its trade balance in 2021, which is 21% higher than the US$ 50 billion of 2020 and the best performance since current stats were officially recorded beginning 1989.

World economy is facing Covid-19, inflation and policy uncertainty, Global Economic Prospects

Published: 01/13/2022 in MercoPress

”Rising inequality and security challenges are particularly harmful for developing countries,” said World Bank Group President David Malpass Following a strong rebound in 2021, the global economy is entering a pronounced slowdown amid fresh threats from COVID-19 variants and a rise in inflation, debt, and income inequality that could endanger the recovery in emerging and developing economies, according to the World Bank’s latest Global Economic Prospects report. Global growth is expected to decelerate markedly from 5.5% in 2021 to 4.1% in 2022 and 3.2% in 2023 as pent-up demand dissipates and as fiscal and monetary support is unwound across the world.

World Bank warns global economy faces grim outlook

Published: 01/11/2022 in BBC News - World

The bank predicts a "pronounced slowdown", with global economic growth falling to 4.1% this year

Sri Lanka Seeks Chinese Debt Reschedule For Crashing Economy

Published: 01/09/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Cash-strapped Sri Lanka sought to reschedule its huge Chinese debt burden in Sunday talks with visiting foreign minister Wang Yi, the president's office said.

Black Thursday for Argentina's economy – no agreement with IMF

Published: 01/06/2022 in MercoPress

With Thursday's losses, Argentine bonds accumulate decreases of up to 7.5% in the last five days Argentine President Alberto Fernández and Economy Minister Martín Guzmán agreed not to give in to additional demands from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) regarding the US $ 44 billion loan from the previous national administration.

Mar del Plata fears offshore oil wells may end up damaging the city's economy

Published: 01/03/2022 in MercoPress

The Atlantic coast off Mar del Plata: Fishing, tourism or oil. Can you win them all? Argentina's government has issued an environmental impact declaration for offshore oil drilling off the coast of Mar del Plata which has prompted voiceful objections from local residents, particularly Mayor Guillermo Montenegro of the opposition Juntos por el Cambio (JxC), while Federal Energy Secretary Darío Martínez welcomed the decision.

Kim Jong-un: North Korea to focus on economy in 2022

Published: 01/01/2022 in BBC News - World

Kim Jong-un says the faltering economy will be the national priority as he marks 10 years in power.

Focus On Food, Economy For 2022: North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un

Published: 12/31/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un put the economy front and centre of an agenda-setting speech at the end of a key ruling-party meeting, state media reported Saturday, with no mention of the United...

Paraguay's economy blooming after 2021; next year looks even better

Published: 12/28/2021 in MercoPress

Despite all the good signs, “we must be vigilant about health and climate issues,” Llamosas warned Paraguay's economy will close in 2021 with a growth of around 5% and good prospects for 2022, Finance Minister Oscar Llamosas announced in a radio interview.

World Economy To Exceed $100 Trillion In 2022 For First Time: Report

Published: 12/25/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

The world's economic output will exceed $100 trillion for the first time next year and it will take China a little longer than previously thought to overtake the United States as the No.1 economy, a...

Pelosi opposes banning lawmakers from owning stocks, cites 'free-market economy'

Published: 12/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Stock purchases by some senators since the pandemic sparked probes, but House Speaker Nancy Pelosi wants to continue allowing such investments for lawmakers.

Macron wish list: dialogue with China and Russia, digital economy, and a “good faith” UK government

Published: 12/15/2021 in MercoPress

France will hold the EC presidency the first half of 2022 and contrary to US, UK, Canada and Australia, will not diplomatically boycott Beijing Winter Olympics France will be holding the rotating six-month European Council presidency in the first half of 2022 and president Emmanuel Macron announced the priorities for the block during its tenure: rethinking the EU budget, dialogue with Russia and Vladimir Putin, and the ongoing dispute with the post-Brexit British government.

Oppenheimer sees a 13% S&P 500 gain next year on a resilient economy, strong earnings

Published: 12/13/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Wall Street firm set its 2022 S&P 500 target at 5,330, which represents a 13% gain from Friday's close.

Public view on Biden's handling of Covid and the economy takes another hit, CNBC survey shows

Published: 12/10/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

President Joe Biden's overall approval rating stabilized at a low level of 41%, according to the CNBC All-America Survey.

'Opportunities abound': JPMorgan picks stocks to play Asia's booming digital economy

Published: 12/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

E-commerce, food delivery and online payments are among digital services expected to grow sharply in Southeast Asia in the coming years, said JPMorgan.

JPMorgan says China's economy will be more resilient in 2022 and picks stocks that could benefit

Published: 12/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Although Chinese stocks have lagged peers by a large margin this year, JPMorgan is bullish on this market for 2022.

Top small cap strategist sees the shares jumping 9% in the next year on the strong economy

Published: 12/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Russell 2000 will gain about 9% in the next year, reaching the 2,350 level, Jefferies expects.

IMF Chief Warns Omicron Variant Could Slow Global Economy Recovery

Published: 12/03/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

The new Omicron variant of Covid-19 could slow the global economic recovery, just as the Delta strain did, IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva said Friday.

As Omicron Spreads, Fears Over How Hard It Will Hit World Economy

Published: 12/02/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Australia, despite restrictions on international visitors, became the latest country on Friday to report community transmission of Omicron, a day after the coronavirus variant was found locally in...

CEOs across the market, economy agree on one 2022 prediction: No Covid end

Published: 12/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

CEOs across the economy were optimistic in their 2022 outlook before the omicron variant of Covid emerged. Are they still now?

CEO survey taken before omicron emergence shows optimism about the economy over the next 6 months

Published: 12/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Strong consumer demand sparked a wave of CEO optimism about the economy over the next six months, the Business Roundtable said.

India's economy is on track — but new Covid variant could weigh on growth, economists say

Published: 12/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Gross domestic product grew 8.4% between July and September — India's fiscal second quarter — from a year ago, government data showed.

Powell to tell Senate omicron variant poses downside risk to economy, complicates inflation picture

Published: 11/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Fed Chair Jerome Powell believes that the omicron variant of Covid-19 and a recent rise in coronavirus cases pose a threat to the U.S. economy.

Afghanistan's Economy Crashed Since Taliban Takeover: Report

Published: 11/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Afghanistan's economy has crashed since the Taliban's take over of Kabul in mid-August, plunging the country into one of the world's worst humanitarian crises, said a media report.

New German Vice-Chancellor A 'Super' Minister Of Energy, Climate, Economy

Published: 11/25/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Robert Habeck, who will lead a new "super ministry" for climate, energy and the economy in the incoming German government, is the urbane Greens co-leader who helped turn the party into a major...

Not since Americans came home from World War II has inflation run through the economy like it is now

Published: 11/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Not since Americans came home from World War II has inflation percolated through the economy like it is now, and it could continue to do so for months to come.

IMF praises Chilean economy but insists on targeted support for the most vulnerable

Published: 11/24/2021 in MercoPress

Corbacho, “economic policy comprised a wide-range of monetary, financial, and fiscal measures that helped mitigate the fallout of the Covid-19 shock” An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Ana Corbacho, met (virtually) with the Chilean authorities during November 15–19 to discuss recent economic developments, policies, and priorities for the country. The mission engaged with senior officials, analysts, and business representatives. At the conclusion of the visit, Ms. Corbacho issued the following statement:

Singapore's economy grew 7.1% in the third quarter from a year ago — better than estimate

Published: 11/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Ministry of Trade and Industry said the Singapore economy is expected to grow by around 7% in 2021.

October retail sales are expected to be strong, showing economy is back on track

Published: 11/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Economists predict October retail sales rose 1.5%, benefiting from higher fuel costs and early holiday shopping.

Op-ed: Biden's Build Back Better agenda will lead to a more fair and equitable economy, without adding to the deficit

Published: 11/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Build Back Better should be considered on its own merits: will it advance a more equitable economy and is it paid for? The answer in my view is yes on both.

There's still firepower in these stocks to take the market higher as the economy reopens

Published: 11/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The economic reopening is about to kick in to a higher gear, and market strategists say that and the infrastructure package could be new fuel for the market.

China's zero-Covid strategy will cause its economy to slow down further, economist warns

Published: 11/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

China's economic growth has slowed as a major energy crisis hits production, dragging down industrial activity.

Strong jobs report shows economy back on track for further growth

Published: 11/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Nonfarm payrolls swelled by 531,000 jobs in October. Economists say the Fed could speed up its timetable to end its bond-buying program if growth continues.

Chile's economy activity index in September increased 15,6% year to year

Published: 11/03/2021 in MercoPress

Industries linked to construction had an increase of 19,5%; manufacturing, 10,4%, while mining contracted 6,7% Chile's September Monthly Economic Activity Index, (IMACEC), jumped 15,6% compared to a year ago, above market expectations (13%), and 1,7% over the previous month, as reported by the Chilean central bank.

China's economy is showing signs of stagflation, economists warn

Published: 11/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Stagflation is likely happening in China, with the latest October manufacturing data showing low production and high price inflation, economists say.

G20 Against Premature Withdrawal Of Support For Covid-Hit Global Economy

Published: 10/31/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Representing the world's leading developed and developing economies, the G20 leaders on Sunday indicated they are against premature withdrawal of support measures initiated by the various countries to...

World Leaders To Talk Climate, Economy, Vaccines At G20 Summit

Published: 10/29/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Climate change and the relaunch of the global economy will top the G20 agenda as leaders of the world's most advanced nations meet Saturday, the first in-person gathering since the pandemic.

Labor shortage, supply constraints and inflation hold back economy trying to emerge from pandemic

Published: 10/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

As the pandemic recedes, it has created lingering ill effects like worker shortages, inflation and supply constraints that have delayed the economy's recovery.

UK finance minister to outline spending plans for a 'new economy post-Covid’

Published: 10/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Spending on health care and transport are among the plans British Finance Minister Rishi Sunak is set to announce in his budget statement on Wednesday.

European Central Bank expected to hold steady as economy slows and inflation soars

Published: 10/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Slowing growth and higher inflation could render October's ECB meeting more eventful than originally anticipated.

Bright future ahead for Paraguay's economy

Published: 10/26/2021 in MercoPress

Tax revenues are expected to grow around 12% to further feed Paraguay's coffers Paraguay's Treasury Monday forecast economic growth of 4.5% by the end of 2021, it was announced.

Brazil's Economy Minister shakes markets with unexpected announcement

Published: 10/22/2021 in MercoPress

Guedes' figure has lost its aura after being mentioned in the Pandora Papers Economy Minister Paulo Guedes' announcements Thursday shook Brazilian markets after the official admitted he might not meet the public spending ceiling.

Biden's support fading fast, as CNBC survey finds concerns on the economy, Covid and inflation

Published: 10/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Just 41% of the public approve of Biden's handling of the presidency, compared to 52% who disapprove.

China deals blow to Brazilian economy by holding import ban on meat

Published: 10/21/2021 in MercoPress

The price of meat went down for Brazilian consumers China's decision to uphold a ban on meat imports from Brazil means US $ 450 million less for the coffers of President Jair Bolsonaro's administration, it was reported Wednesday. It was also good news for Uruguay.

How to invest in China as the economy slows down. We asked 20 strategists

Published: 10/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

China's economic prospects have dimmed on the back of widespread regulatory crackdown, Evergrande's debt crisis and a worsening power crunch.

Getting women back to work is crucial to boosting economy, White House says

Published: 10/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

About 3 million women have left the workforce since the Covid pandemic began, and getting them back would help grow the economy, the White House said.

Argentine Economy Minister and IMF Director hold meeting in Washington DC

Published: 10/13/2021 in MercoPress

Guzmán is on particularly good terms with Georgieva Argentine Economy Minister Martín Guzmán Tuesday met in Washington DC with International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva to further discuss renegotiations of the country's US $ 45 billion debt.

Chile's economy to grow 11%, according to IMF report

Published: 10/12/2021 in MercoPress

Chile and the other South American countries are set to grow, except Venezuela Chile's economy has been projected to grow 11%, way above the average of 6.3% foreseen for Latin America throughout 2021 by the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Global Economic Outlook released Tuesday.

China isn't the only huge Asian economy with a coal shortage now

Published: 10/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Most of India's coal-fired power plants have critically low levels of coal inventory just as the economy is picking up and fueling electricity demand.

Argentine FM hold a successful meeting with Brazil's Economy Minister as part of his mission rebuilding Mercosur ties

Published: 10/11/2021 in MercoPress

Cafiero met last week with his Uruguayan counterpart prior to his mission to Brazil Argentine Foreign Minister Santiago Cafiero, Ambassador Daniel Scioli and Productive Development Minister Matías Kulfas Saturday met in Brasilia with Brazilian Economy Minister Paulo Guedes to deepen the new economic ties between the two countries

Companies hired at a brisk pace in September despite fears about Covid and the economy, ADP says

Published: 10/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Private jobs rose by 568,000 for the month, better than the Dow Jones estimate of 425,000 and ahead of the downwardly revised 340,000 in August.

Britain's Boris Johnson Vows "Long Overdue" Revamp Of Post-Brexit Economy

Published: 10/05/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson rallies his Conservative party faithful on Wednesday vowing a far-reaching overhaul to wean the UK economy off cheap foreign labour after Brexit.

Myanmar Currency Drops 60%, Economy Plummets After Military Coup

Published: 09/29/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Myanmar's currency, the kyat, has lost more than 60% of its value since the beginning of September, in a collapse that has driven up food and fuel prices, within an economy that has tanked since a...

Brazil's Economy Minister favors one-on-one deals despite Mercosur's current ban

Published: 09/28/2021 in MercoPress

Mercosur is becoming a “tool of ideology,” said Guedes Brazil's Economy Minister Paulo Guedes Monday said Mercosur would “modernize” and anyone against that was free to leave the bloc.

Wall Street analysts recommend these stocks as supply chain fears hit the economy

Published: 09/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Here are the biggest calls on Wall Street on

Buy these quality stocks with the economy set to slow, Bank of America says

Published: 09/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

"Our work supports owning Quality – which is historically rewarded most during that phase," Bank of America wrote.

The global economy could feel the effects of China’s Evergrande crisis. What investors should know

Published: 09/20/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Strategists do not now expect financial contagion from the crisis at a large Chinese property developer, but they do say there could be economic impact.

Determining what stage of the cycle we are in with the markets and economy moving so rapidly

Published: 09/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

"It gets late early out here," said Yogi Berra, referring to the afternoon outfield shadows in autumn. Investors today might know the feeling.

Disappointing August jobs report could slow the Fed taper and increases twin fears for the economy

Published: 09/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

After a surprise slowdown in August hiring, market pros say the Federal Reserve may move slower to taper its bond program.

Joseph Stiglitz says it’s time to rewire the U.S. economy: ‘We shouldn’t let a good crisis go to waste’

Published: 09/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The former chief economist of the World Bank told CNBC that the coronavirus pandemic has highlighted how the economic system isn't working.

Bolivia's economy shows positive signs of recovery

Published: 09/01/2021 in MercoPress

Bolivia's policies of reactivation and reconstruction of the economy are working, Montenegro said Bolivia's General Index of Economic Activity (IGAE) showed an 8.7% growth in the first semester of 2021, Economy and Public Finance Minister Marcelo Montenegro announced Tuesday.

India Covid: Economy sees record growth during deadly wave

Published: 08/31/2021 in BBC News - World

The country suffered a devastating Covid spike in April and May but looser pandemic curbs still drove growth.

Britain’s economy is already seeing rapid change due to climate change

Published: 08/31/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Climate change could spark major shifts in British produce in the coming decades as the country attempts to avoid a "catastrophic" environmental fallout.

As Warren Buffett turns 91, the legendary investor prepares Berkshire Hathaway for a new economy

Published: 08/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Warren Buffett is taking steps to ensure that Berkshire Hathaway will be better positioned to benefit from a technology-driven economy.

Ethiopia's economy battered by Tigray war

Published: 08/29/2021 in BBC News - World

Food prices are rising, the currency's value is falling and investor confidence is shaken.

Vaccine inequality could cost the global economy trillions, report finds

Published: 08/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The world economy could lose $2.3 trillion because of delayed vaccinations, with developing nations losing the most, the Economist Intelligence Unit said.

South Korea becomes first major Asian economy to raise interest rates

Published: 08/25/2021 in BBC News - World

The move comes as central banks around the world prepare to exit emergency stimulus measures.

South Korea hikes interest rates, the first developed economy to do so in pandemic era

Published: 08/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

South Korea's central bank raised interest rates on Thursday by 25 basis points to 0.75%.

The economy could be getting help from positive news on the delta variant

Published: 08/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

If the recovery is going to continue, it will need delta to fade, and there are signs that the tide might be turning, albeit slowly.

New Zealand was set to be the first advanced economy to hike rates. One Covid case put a stop to it

Published: 08/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

New Zealand was expected to become the first advanced economy to raise interest rates, but the central bank left rates unchanged one Covid case was detected.

How a secret meeting in August 1971 transformed the global economy

Published: 08/16/2021 in MercoPress

Behind Closed Doors, Three Days at Camp David: How a Secret Meeting in 1971 Transformed the Global Economy, HarperCollins, New York, NY, 2021, 448 pp., $23.99 By Atish Rex Ghosh (*) - History is a confluence of underlying forces and specific triggering events. Think of the start of World War I: economic, imperial, and nationalistic tensions that had simmered for years exploded into open conflict when Archduke Franz Ferdinand’s motorcade took a wrong turn, putting him in the path of an assassin’s bullet.

Japan's economy bounced back ahead of the Olympics, data shows

Published: 08/15/2021 in BBC News - World

Analysts have warned recovery will be modest this quarter after a state of emergency was re-imposed.

Rental bidding wars are heating up as the economy improves in a tight housing market

Published: 08/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

They are usually reserved for homebuyers, but bidding wars are becoming more common in the rental home market.

Berkshire Hathaway's operating earnings jump 21% as recovering economy boosts railroad, energy units

Published: 08/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The conglomerate reported operating earnings of $6.686 billion, up 21% from $5.513 billion a year ago,

Biden approval ratings on Covid and economy fall in new CNBC All-America survey

Published: 08/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

CNBC's All-America Economic survey showed 48% of American adults approved of the job Biden is doing as president, up a point from the first quarter.

As the economy hits its peak, stock market gains could be harder to come by

Published: 08/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Diminishing economic returns could mean diminishing stock market returns as the U.S. transitions to a post-pandemic economy.

“Only a miracle can save Argentina's economy,” says Brazilian President Bolsonaro

Published: 07/31/2021 in MercoPress

“I'm not going to talk any more about Cuba and Venezuela, let's talk about Argentina.,” Bolsonaro said Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro has said in his social media broadcast that “only a miracle will save the Argentine economy,” as he referred to the administration of his colleague Alberto Fernández as “a regime that did not work anywhere in the world.”

Euro zone economy expands 2% in second quarter, rebounding from recession

Published: 07/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The euro zone economy expanded in the second quarter of this year as various governments tiptoed around their economic reopening, preliminary data has shown.

The U.S. economy is bigger than it was pre-pandemic, but Covid could still decide what happens next

Published: 07/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The U.S. economy is now larger than it was before the pandemic, but its growth rate may have peaked this year at a much slower pace than expected.

Uruguay economy forecasted to grow 3,5% in 2021, with inflation above target, Central bank report

Published: 07/29/2021 in MercoPress

The expected evolution of the activity level anticipates a recovery to pre-pandemic levels in the third quarter of this year The Uruguayan Central bank in its second-quarter Monetary Policy report forecasted a 3,5% expansion for the country's economy, the same as the estimate of the Finance ministry, but anticipated higher inflation because of an increase in public rates and commodities.

Fed holds rates near zero, says economy has gotten better even with pandemic worries

Published: 07/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday held its benchmark interest rate near zero and said the economy continues to progress despite concerns over the pandemic spread.

Action on climate change can provide a shot in the arm for the global economy, economist says

Published: 07/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The fatal floods in Germany in recent weeks have put the impacts of climate change firmly in the spotlight again.

Morgan Stanley's 'secular growth' list features stocks that can win in any economy

Published: 07/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Morgan Stanley identifies 51 stocks that can deliver top-notch growth through their unique strengths.

The rapid growth the U.S. economy has seen is about to hit a wall

Published: 07/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The US. economy is expected to post another roaring growth spurt in the second quarter, before a slow and steady dose of reality starts to sink in.

Argentina's economy continues to shrink, but some analysts see recovery imminent

Published: 07/22/2021 in MercoPress

Around 1,700,000 Argentines have fallen off the middle class category Argentina's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) has fallen 0.7% so far in 2021, which in addition to declines in 2018, 2019 and 2020, has led the country's economy to historic lows.

Vaccine inequity undermines global economy recovery, WHO, UNDP and Oxford University

Published: 07/22/2021 in MercoPress

“Vaccine inequity is the world’s biggest obstacle to ending this pandemic and recovering from COVID-19,” said Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director-General of the World Health Organization. COVID-19 vaccine inequity will have a lasting and profound impact on socio-economic recovery in low and lower-middle-income countries without urgent action to boost supply and assure equitable access for every country, including through dose sharing, according to new data released today by the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), the World Health Organization (WHO) and the University of Oxford.

Former Argentine Economy Minister Sourrouille dies at age 80

Published: 07/22/2021 in MercoPress

Since his resignation on March 31, 1989, Sourrouille withdrew from public life Former Argentine Economy Minister Juan Vital Sourrouille (1985-1989) has died because of colon cancer at the age of 80, it was reported.

Indonesia must 'protect the people' without sacrificing the economy, finance minister says

Published: 07/20/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Indonesia's finance minister Sri Mulyani Indrawati discusses the country's shifting budgetary focus to "protect the people" without sacrificing the economy.

Powell grilled by grouchy senators over inflation and climate change, even as economy rebounds

Published: 07/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

An economic rebound, rising wages and declining unemployment weren't enough to spare Fed Chairman Jerome Powell from gripes in the Senate.

UK hiring surged in June as economy bounces back - ONS

Published: 07/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The number of employees on British company payrolls surged by 356,000 in June from May, the biggest increase since the start of the coronavirus pandemic.

Bank of England was expecting 'bumps' as economy reopens, official says as inflation surges

Published: 07/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Bank of England was expecting "bumps in the way" as the economy reopened after the Covid-19 pandemic, Deputy Governor for Financial Stability Jon Cunliffe has told CNBC.

China is injecting $150 billion into the economy — that may fuel a short-term rally, UBS says

Published: 07/12/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

China's move to cut the amount of funds banks need to hold in reserve is good news for stocks in certain sectors, says investment bank UBS. 

Argentine Economy Minister wants common tax on multinational companies higher than 15%

Published: 07/10/2021 in MercoPress

“The markets are not going to provide the type of financing that economies need,” said Guzmán Argentina's Economy Minister Martín Guzmán Friday requested that a global tax to be applied to multinational companies was higher than the 15% put forward by the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD).

Rebalance your portfolio now as the economy enters an expansion phase, HSBC says

Published: 07/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

HSBC Asset Management has told investors to prepare for the "mission economy" and an important shift in the macro regime. 

China's economy sees new pockets of growth in rising shopping trends

Published: 07/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A report from Bain & Company and Kantar Worldpanel reflects pockets of growth in an economy that was slowing its expansion even before the coronavirus pandemic.

Chile's economy grows 18.1% thanks to pension withdrawals and state emergency funding

Published: 07/02/2021 in MercoPress

“We have recovered the level of activity we had in February 2020,” Marcel explained. Chile's Central Bank Thursday reported an 18.1% economic growth in May, which has brought it back to the pace of prepandemic levels.

The biggest threat to Biden's hot economy could be his own policies

Published: 06/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

As Americans resume pre-Covid activity and the Biden administration seeks even more stimulus, the president's policies may be his own biggest economic threat.

Argentina's economy keeps falling, INDEC data shows

Published: 06/30/2021 in MercoPress

The various restrictive measures due to the coronavirus pandemic had an impact on the rebound trend of the economy Economic activity in Argentina fell 1.2% monthly in April and accumulated three months of decline, according to data released Tuesday by the National Institute of Statistics and Census (INDEC).

India's new loan guarantees may have limited impact on the Covid-hit economy

Published: 06/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

India announced a slew of measures on Monday to support its Covid-struck economy, which includes providing loan guarantees of around $35 billion.

Singapore wants to be an e-commerce hub as Asia's digital economy grows

Published: 06/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Singapore is working with global internet companies like Google to further transform itself into a leading e-commerce hub in the region.

Uruguay's blooming economy shows covid-induced setback

Published: 06/24/2021 in MercoPress

Reduced mobility of people to curb covid-19 infections took a toll on the economy, BCU said. Photo: EFE Uruguay's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) fell 2.8% in the first quarter of 2021 compared to the same period of 2020, according to a Central Bank (BCU) report released Wednesday.

India economy: Seven years of Modi in seven charts

Published: 06/21/2021 in BBC News - World

Covid battered an already sluggish economy, weakened by poor growth, job losses and stagnant exports.

China’s economy has not recovered 100% from Covid, says former central bank advisor

Published: 06/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Chinese policymakers are "overly aggressive" in containing debt levels, said Li Daokui, an economics professor at Tsinghua University.

Best Buy will sell luggage, grills as it seeks to capitalize on reopening economy, housing market

Published: 06/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Other retailers have also expanded into adjacent categories to expand their reach and grow online sales.

Chewy CEO says dog, cat adoption rates have remained high as the economy reopens

Published: 06/10/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

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Asia-Pacific stocks mixed; Japan's economy shrinks less than expected in first quarter

Published: 06/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Revised government data released Tuesday showed Japan's economy shrank 3.9% in the first quarter, an improvement from the initial estimate of a 5.1% contraction.

North Korea's Kim Jong Un Meets Officials To Discuss Economy: Report

Published: 06/07/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un convened a meeting of senior officials of the Workers' Party to evaluate and improve the economy in the second half of the year, state media KCNA reported on Tuesday.

Hydrogen is the key to a low carbon economy, and these stocks will benefit, says UBS

Published: 06/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The hydrogen economy is here. There a number of companies across sectors that will be affected, offering upside opportunity for investors.

Russia warns its economy is showing signs of overheating

Published: 06/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

There are signs that Russia's economy is overheating with annual inflation currently at 5.9%, Anton Siluanov, the country's finance minister, said Thursday.

Hong Kong’s economy is not out of the woods despite sharp rebound, says commerce secretary

Published: 06/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Edward Yau, Hong Kong's secretary for commerce and economic development, said trade has been a "very strong catalyst" of growth but tourism remains weak.

OECD foresees Argentina's economy will recover but still below pre-pandemic levels

Published: 06/01/2021 in MercoPress

The OECD considered that ”the new mobility restrictions imposed as of April are delaying the recovery.” The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) forecast that Argentina's economy will expand in 2021 and 2022, but will nonetheless remain way below pre-pandemic levels, according to its semi-annual report on World Economic Outlook released Monday in Paris.

Lackluster hiring in China as economy struggles to reach full recovery, data shows

Published: 05/31/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

An early look at Chinese business activity in May shows companies were still reluctant to grow their workforce, according to official data released Monday.

Joe Biden Pitches $6 Trillion Budget To 'Reimagine' US Economy

Published: 05/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

President Joe Biden on Friday proposed a $6 trillion budget to "reimagine" the US economy and stave off Chinese competition, though driving the United States into record debt -- and with Congress...

Biden Proposes Mammoth $6 Trillion Budget To "Reimagine" US Economy

Published: 05/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

President Joe Biden proposed a $6 trillion budget on Friday to fund his ambitious makeover of the economy in 2022 while driving the United States into record debt -- if he can get it past Congress.

Spain eyes Latin America and Mercosur for its new international economy strategy

Published: 05/27/2021 in MercoPress

Sánchez hopes that when Spain presides over the European Union (EU), in the second half of 2023, the EU-Mercosur Agreement can be finally closed Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez Wednesday said his country intends to have a greater presence in Latin American markets and for that it is willing to invest more than 4,5 billion euros (almost US $ 5,5 billion).

IMF report praises Uruguay's economy and answer to the covid-19 crisis

Published: 05/27/2021 in MercoPress

Uruguay has a “high per capita income and relatively low rates of poverty, inequality and informality.” Photo: Sebastián Astorga The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has audited Uruguay's economy and was full of words of praise for the South American country, it was reported Wednesday

Bolivia's economy grows 5.3% in between January and April 2021

Published: 05/26/2021 in MercoPress

Gas exports to Argentina and Brazil played a key role in Bolivia's economy, Montenegro said Economic activity in Bolivia has grown 5.3% from January to April 2021, according to The Global Index of Economic Activity (IGAE), Economy Minister Marcelo Montenegro announced Tuesday.

Fed's Daly says the economy is strong, but it's 'way too early' to tighten policy

Published: 05/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

San Francisco Federal Reserve President Mary Daly said she's optimistic about the economy but not ready to change policy.

Singapore's economy grows at its fastest pace in more than a year

Published: 05/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Southeast Asian economy expanded by 1.3% in the first quarter of 2021 compared with a year ago, the ministry of trade and industry said.

Asia markets rise; data shows Singapore's economy expanded 1.3% in the first quarter

Published: 05/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Singapore's economy expanded by 1.3% year-on-year in the first quarter, official data released Tuesday showed.

Biden orders federal strategy to curb climate change risk to economy

Published: 05/20/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The federal government will develop and publish an assessment of its climate change risk exposure to help guide the president's budget projections.

The Fed hinted it could reconsider easy policies if economy continues rapid improvement

Published: 05/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Federal Reserve officials at their April meeting said "it might be appropriate at some point" to consider tapering asset purchases.

Covid economy: What economists got right (and wrong)

Published: 05/15/2021 in BBC News - World

A year ago, the US economy tanked. Will it return to normal once the pandemic is over?

Billionaire investor Barry Sternlicht says he has long-term concerns about the U.S. economy

Published: 05/13/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

"We have to get off of this sugar-cane and Fluffernutter economy and get to the meat-and-the-potatoes economy," Barry Sternlicht told CNBC.

Argentine Economy Minister brokering presidential meeting with IMF's Georgieva

Published: 05/13/2021 in MercoPress

Guzmán is negotiating Argentina's US $ 44 billion dollar debt. Argentine Economy Minister Martín Guzmán stepped ahead from President Alberto Fernández's European tour and flew to Rome Wednesday to meet with International Monetary Fund Deputy Director for the Western Hemisphere Julie Kozak.

UK economy contracted by 1.5% in the first quarter as lockdowns weighed

Published: 05/12/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The U.K. economy contracted by 1.5% in the first quarter of 2021 as nationwide lockdown measures continued to weigh on activity.

As the U.S. economy restarts from the pandemic, parts of it are severely broken

Published: 05/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Manufacturers are struggling to catch up with a jolt in demand amid supply crunches in components and raw materials

Covid-19 live updates: U.S. economy has ‘a long way to go’ before recovery from pandemic, says official

Published: 05/10/2021 in National

Raimondo said there were still 8 million fewer jobs than before the pandemic, justifying ongoing administration stimulus measures amid Republican opposition.

Quarantine has catastrophic consequences on Argentina's economy, report shows

Published: 05/08/2021 in MercoPress

Last year, 22,860 companies were lost to restrictions, more than those which had closed in 2018 and 2019 combined Argentina's Federal Tax Bureau AFIP data shows 235,381 jobs were lost and around 23,000 companies had closed as the result of the contraction in the economy due to the health measures to control coronavirus, it was reported Friday.

April jobs expected to top 1 million as consumers boost the economy

Published: 05/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Hiring was strong in April and job growth could top 1 million, though many jobs also went unfilled.

California's economy dodged a Covid budget bullet thanks to tech, but flight risk is real

Published: 05/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Blockbuster IPOs and tech bull market lifted California's economy during the pandemic even as challenges facing the state piled up.

Falklands economy boasts healthy trade surplus but income inequality increases

Published: 05/06/2021 in MercoPress

The report warns that ‘for an economy to rely on few export commodities also means being vulnerable to world market prices.’ The value of goods exported from the Falkland Islands recorded a compound annual growth rate of 8.1% between 2010 and 2019, according to the Falkland Islands Government’s State of the Economy report.

India's bank stocks pop after the central bank boosts lending to prop up the virus-hit economy

Published: 05/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Reserve Bank of India announced a term liquidity facility of 500 billion rupees ($6.78 billion) to ease access to emergency health services.

Fundstrat's Tom Lee says the 'entire energy complex is a buy' as economy roars back

Published: 05/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Fundstrat's Tom Lee told CNBC investors can find one of the "best risk-rewards" in energy amid the Covid economic recovery.

Treasury Secretary Yellen says rates may have to rise somewhat to keep economy from overheating

Published: 05/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

"It may be that interest rates will have to rise somewhat to make sure that our economy doesn't overheat," Yellen said during a economic seminar presented by The Atlantic.

Jim Cramer says these outdoor plays are a buy as the economy reopens

Published: 05/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

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Lebanon Easter biscuit woes symbolise crumbling economy

Published: 05/01/2021 in BBC News - World

With the cost of living spiralling, even maamoul is beyond the reach of many families.

Euro zone economy contracts in the first quarter as Covid lockdowns bite

Published: 04/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

GDP in the euro zone fell by 0.6% quarter-on-quarter, according to preliminary data published Friday.

Goldman says one country's stock market could pop 16% as the global economy hits 'peak momentum'

Published: 04/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The global economy is at "peak momentum" now and in the next quarter — in terms of accelerating quarterly growth, says Goldman Sachs' Timothy Moe.

Job growth could surpass 1 million in April hiring boom as economy roars back

Published: 04/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Hiring was strong in April as the economy reopened, and some economists predict more than 1 million jobs were added.

Economy surges to start the year as GDP jumps 6.4% in the first quarter

Published: 04/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Gross domestic product was expected to increase 6.5% in the first quarter of 2021, according to economists surveyed by Dow Jones.

The Fed will stay put in 2021 despite growing concerns about overheating economy, CNBC survey shows

Published: 04/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Respondents forecast the Fed won't reduce it's $120 billion of asset purchases until January 2022, three months later than the March survey.

India's economy will likely contract this quarter as Covid cases soar, economists warn

Published: 04/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Sonal Varma, India chief economist at Nomura, said GDP will shrink around 1.5% in the current quarter, and there is "downside risk" to this estimate.

Jim Cramer throws cold water on talks about market peak, says economy starting a new cycle

Published: 04/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

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Cushman & Wakefield CEO expects growing economy to make up for remote work-related office declines

Published: 04/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Cushman & Wakefield CEO Brett White told CNBC he believes demand for office space will recover in two to three years as the global economy recovers from Covid.

The Fed is unlikely to hint at policy changes next week, even with a stronger economy

Published: 04/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Fed officials are likely to paint a robust picture on the economy while simultaneously not even hinting at policy changes ahead.

How Saudi Crown Prince's Plan Will Impact Nation's Economy

Published: 04/18/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Saudi Arabia's latest economic plan comes with a big risk: while it might help boost investment, it could also hit the government's finances.

Fed's Waller says the economy is 'ready to rip' but policy should stay put

Published: 04/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller told CNBC there's "no reason to be pulling the plug" on policy support.

UBS raises S&P 500 price target amid growing economy, strong profits

Published: 04/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Even with the stock market hitting a succession of new highs, there's still plenty of room to run, according to a new forecast from UBS.

China's economy grows 18.3% in post-Covid comeback

Published: 04/15/2021 in BBC News - World

The record figures for the first quarter of the year are skewed due to last year's nationwide lockdown

China says its economy grew 18.3% in the first quarter, slightly missing expectations

Published: 04/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Analysts expected first quarter GDP to increase 19% from a year ago, when the economy shrank by 6.8% during the height of the domestic outbreak of Covid-19.

The economy is running on a stimulus-fueled caffeine high. What will happen when it wears off?

Published: 04/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The path beyond this rocket-fueled year looks far less clear.

Coinbase investor Ron Conway says the crypto economy is the next multi-trillion dollar opportunity

Published: 04/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

On the day of Coinbase's direct listing to go public, prominent tech investor Ron Conway also said Coinbase is the Google for the crypto economy.

Billionaire-owned Sierra Nevada Corp. creating new space company to bet on a low-Earth orbit economy

Published: 04/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Sparks, Nevada-based Sierra is 100% owned by husband and wife team, Fatih and Eren Ozmen, Turkish immigrants-turned-billionaires.

Singapore's economy unexpectedly grows in the first quarter of 2021

Published: 04/13/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Analysts polled by Reuters had expected the Singapore economy to shrink 0.2% in the first quarter from a year ago.

Exports shielded China's economy in 2020, but they won't drive as much growth this year

Published: 04/13/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

National exports rose 3.6% last year, while China's GDP grew 2.3% as the only major economy to expand amid the pandemic.

Powell says it's 'highly unlikely' the Fed will raise rates this year, despite stronger economy

Published: 04/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

"I think it's highly unlikely that we would raise rates anything like this year," Powell told "60 Minutes" in a broadcast Sunday evening.

Fed Chair Powell says economy about to grow much quicker due to vaccinations and fiscal support

Published: 04/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The U.S. economy is at a turning point thanks to government support and a speedy campaign to inoculate Americans against Covid-19, Jerome Powell said.

Lagarde sees strong rebound for EU economy in second half, expects U.S. to meet inflation goal soon

Published: 04/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Despite a difficult struggle against the Covid-19 pandemic, the EU will hit its economic stride later this year, Lagarde told CNBC on Friday.

The economy is on the cusp of a major boom and economists believe it could last

Published: 04/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The economy has entered a period of supercharged growth, and instead of flat out fizzling, it could potentially remain stronger than it was pre-pandemic.

Saudi Crown Prince's Reputation Taints Plan To Open Saudi Economy

Published: 04/08/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

On Tahlia Street, a busy commercial boulevard in central Riyadh, a rotating digital billboard shows ads for oud fragrance, white boxer shorts, and a glittering diamond watch. Then comes an image of...

Fed's Brainard says the economy is improving but is still 'far from' where it needs to be

Published: 04/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Brainard said that while U.S. economic outlook has "brightened considerably," it remains well away from the central bank's goals.

German finance chief says Covid surge shows now is not the time to reopen economy

Published: 04/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Europe's most powerful economy has suffered from the coronavirus pandemic, having faced different waves of infections and subsequent lockdowns.

The extortion economy: Inside the shadowy world of Ransomware payouts

Published: 04/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Marc Bleicher is a hostage negotiator, but he's not trying to rescue human hostages, he's trying to rescue data.

The Fed could come under fire for easy policy while the economy soars and inflation rises

Published: 04/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

As the economy booms over the next couple of months, the Fed will have a more difficult time defending its super easy policies.

Biden says higher corporate tax would not hurt U.S. economy as Manchin opposes 28% rate

Published: 04/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The proposed increase is part of the administration's effort to fund its $2 trillion infrastructure proposal.

Argentina's economy can't afford another total lockdown, minister says

Published: 04/05/2021 in MercoPress

“We have nine consecutive months of economic activity growing,” said Guzmán. Argentina's economy minister Martin Guzman said in a television interview on Saturday that his country could not afford a new total quarantine and made it clear that the government would have to find another way to deal with the new stage of the covid-19 pandemic.

Goldman Sachs recommends these stocks as the economy roars back to life

Published: 04/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Even the Federal Reserve dialed up its gross domestic product forecast for the rest of 2021 in its most recent policy meeting.

The economy is expected to boom in the second quarter, and that’s good news for stocks

Published: 04/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Strategists expect even more economic growth in the second quarter as vaccines continue to roll out, businesses reopen and consumers spend their money.

CFOs haven't been this upbeat about the global economy since 2018: CNBC survey

Published: 03/31/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Chief financial officers of large corporations polled by CNBC are optimistic about the U.S. and global economy and bullish on the Dow Jones Industrial Average.

Governments — ‘not BlackRock’ — should lead the economy away from fossil fuels, economist says

Published: 03/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Governments should be leading the economy's sustainable transformation, not markets, according to author and economist Ann Pettifor.

'Red hot' economy would withstand 10-year Treasury yields at 3%, market bull Ed Yardeni predicts

Published: 03/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Market bull Edward Yardeni of Yardeni Research predicts higher rates won't "clobber" the economy or stocks.

BofA says Covid crisis will delay India overtaking Japan as third-largest economy by 3 years

Published: 03/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A BofA Securities report said India should touch Japan's nominal GDP in dollar terms in 2031 if it grows at 9% annually.

These 6 charts show how sanctions are crushing Iran’s economy

Published: 03/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Iran's economy is crumbling after years of U.S. sanctions — and Tehran insists Washington must suspend those restrictions before nuclear talks can begin.

U.S. economy looks to be strengthening but is 'far from complete,' Fed Chair Powell says

Published: 03/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The U.S. economy is "much improved," Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said on Monday, while warning that the recovery is still "far from complete."

U.S. economy is 'on the brink' of a complete recovery, says Richmond Fed's Barkin

Published: 03/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

"Vaccines are rolling out, case rates and hospitalizations are falling, excess savings and fiscal stimulus should help fund pent-up demand," said Thomas Barkin.

Morgan Stanley says rising 10-year Treasury yields is reasonable as confidence in U.S. economy grows

Published: 03/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

It is a reflection of the growing confidence in the U.S economic outlook, according to Jim Caron, global fixed-income portfolio manager at the investment bank.

Think the economy's about to take off? Goldman Sachs has 13 stock picks for you

Published: 03/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Goldman Sachs names a slew of consumer stocks that are positioned to do well from the reopening of the global economy.

Argentine economy minister to meet IMF in Washington; no deal expected in May

Published: 03/18/2021 in MercoPress

Guzmán told local media on Monday that while he hoped to sign a fresh agreement with the IMF in May as originally planned, that date was flexible. Argentina's Economy Minister Martin Guzmán traveled to New York on Wednesday night to meet investors before heading to Washington for talks with the International Monetary Fund, a government source said.

Fed sees stronger economy and higher inflation, but no rate hikes

Published: 03/17/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

As widely expected, the policymaking Federal Open Market Committee also voted to keep short-term borrowing rates steady near zero.

China represented 17% of the global economy in pandemic plagued 2020

Published: 03/13/2021 in MercoPress

China's GDP broke through the 100-trillion-yuan (US$ 15.5 trillion) mark, achieving an increase of 2.3% in 2020 despite the impact of COVID-19. China's economic output is forecast to account for more than 17% of the world's economy in the coronavirus-plagued 2020. As the sole economy recording positive GDP growth last year, China will ramp up efforts and strive to achieve higher quality, more efficient, sustainable and safer development in 2021, a senior government official revealed in Beijing.

Regional bank stocks could be the big winners in 2021 as rates rise, economy rebounds

Published: 03/12/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The specter of rising inflation caused a jump in the 10-year Treasury yield in recent weeks. Banks are poised to thrive under a higher rate environment.

JPMorgan says stocks in these sectors will lead markets higher as economy recovers

Published: 03/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Investment bank JPMorgan expects cyclical stocks to lead the market higher in the medium- to long-term as the business cycle improves.

Five charts that show how Covid-19 stopped the U.S. economy in its tracks

Published: 03/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

One year ago, the coronavirus pandemic stopped the U.S. economy in its tracks. Here's a look at how the virus shut down commerce using five data points.

A year after the pandemic struck, the U.S. economy is still struggling but coming around quickly

Published: 03/10/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Shutting down a $20 trillion economy in full swing seemed a daunting enough task by itself. Restarting has proven still tougher.

Global economy forecasted to grow 5,6% this year if vaccination rollout is effective

Published: 03/10/2021 in MercoPress

In its Interim Economic Outlook, OECD predicted world output is expected to reach pre-pandemic levels by mid-2021 and to grow by 4% in 2022 Global gross domestic product (GDP) will grow at 5.6% this year if vaccination rollout is fast and effective enough across the world, the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) said Tuesday in its Interim Economic Outlook.

Coronavirus, Economy, Climate Change: White House On Quad Summit Agenda

Published: 03/09/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

The first QUAD summit, involving leaders from Australia, India, Japan and the United States, will discuss a variety of global issues ranging from COVID-19 challenge, economic crisis and climate...

Job growth in February may mark the start of a hiring boom as the economy reopens

Published: 03/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

February's much stronger-than-expected job growth could the be start of a period of much stronger hiring, as the economy reopens.

Disney just showed you what a post-pandemic economy will look like

Published: 03/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Covid-19 changed created new consumer habits that will stick around after the pandemic.

China's economy could double in size by 2035 — and surpass the U.S. along the way

Published: 02/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

China would surpass the U.S. as the world's largest economy around 2027-2028, said an economist from the Bank of America.

The bond market is betting on a red hot economy and stocks don't like it

Published: 02/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Growing inflation concerns, optimism the economy could surge and some technical factors are combining to drive interest rates higher at a rapid clip.

Bolsonaro praises Economy minister Guedes trying to overcome the Petrobras controversy

Published: 02/25/2021 in MercoPress

“Paulo Guedes is an anchor for our government,” Bolsonaro said at a ceremony in Brasilia marking the signing into law of central bank autonomy. Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro praised his Economy Minister Paulo Guedes as the "anchor" of his government, in an attempt to quash speculation of a deepening division between the two after Bolsonaro last week ousted Petrobras CEO triggering a plunge in markets.

UK planning to spend billions to prop the economy over the next four months

Published: 02/24/2021 in MercoPress

Mr Sunak suggested support will extend beyond the end of lockdown measures as he seeks to spur economic recovery. The United Kingdom is set to spend billions of pounds in extra support for the economy over the next four months, as pandemic curbs pushed unemployment to its highest level of almost five years. The chancellor of the exchequer Rishi Sunak will set out the details in his Mar 3 budget.

Hong Kong announces over $15 billion budget to lift economy out of recession

Published: 02/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Financial Secretary Paul Chan announced measures that include a reduction in profits tax for businesses and consumption vouchers for individuals.

Asia’s top-performing economy in 2020 could grow even faster this year

Published: 02/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Taiwan's economy grew 3.11% in 2020 compared to a year ago — outpacing China's 2.3% expansion during the same period.

Top Wall Street analysts say buy stocks like Denny's and Cloudflare as economy reopens

Published: 02/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

TipRanks analyst ranking service pinpoints Wall Street's best-performing stocks, like Shopify & GoDaddy

Joe Biden To Debut At G7; Vaccines, Economy And China In Focus

Published: 02/18/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Joe Biden will attend his first meeting as U.S. president with Group of Seven leaders on Friday to discuss plans to defeat the novel coronavirus, reopen the battered world economy and counter the...

Fed officials see economy 'far from' where it needs to be, meaning easy policy won't change soon, minutes show

Published: 02/17/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Federal Open Market Committee on Wednesday released minutes from its Jan. 26-27 policy meeting.

Biden To Discuss Pandemic, Economy And China In Friday G7 Meeting

Published: 02/14/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

President Joe Biden will hold his first event with other leaders from the Group of Seven nations in a virtual meeting on Friday to discuss the coronavirus pandemic, the world economy and dealing with...

Cuba opens up its economy to private businesses

Published: 02/06/2021 in BBC News - World

The labour minister announces a major reform to the communist country's state-controlled economy.

The end of the Qatar blockade will boost the Middle East economy, IMF says

Published: 02/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Recovery will be varied and based largely on countries' investments and strategies for vaccine distribution, the IMF's Jihad Azour told CNBC.

India's plans to sell state-owned firms will drive the economy toward $5 trillion, tycoon says

Published: 02/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman said in her budget speech the government will have a disinvestment target of 1.75 trillion rupees (about $24 billion).

Military coup likely to damage Myanmar's economy

Published: 02/01/2021 in BBC News - World

Businesses say the army's takeover has already put billions worth of foreign investment at risk.

Fed's Bostic says economy could recover more quickly than expected

Published: 02/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic said Monday that he's not worried about overheating, though he does think growth could happen faster than many expect.

New chart shows China could overtake the U.S. as the world's largest economy earlier than expected

Published: 01/31/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The coronavirus pandemic may have affected the U.S. economy more than the Chinese economy, analysts said.

Can striking oil turn Cambodia's economy around?

Published: 01/28/2021 in BBC News - World

The country's first oil project has finally started pumping the black gold after 15 years of false starts.

Economy closes out 2020 with lower than expected 4% gain

Published: 01/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Gross domestic product increased at a 4.0% pace, slightly below the 4.3% expectation from Dow Jones.

This is Asia's top-performing economy in the Covid pandemic — it's not China

Published: 01/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Few economies grew in 2020 when lockdown measures around the world to contain the coronavirus brought much economic activity to a halt.

Tilman Fertitta optimistic on U.S. economy post-Covid: 'This is going to be the Roaring Twenties'

Published: 01/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

"The consumer is coming back. I'm telling you, where we can do business, we are doing business," Tilman Fertitta told CNBC.

IMF more upbeat on global economy, but warns new Covid variants could derail growth

Published: 01/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The International Monetary Fund is worried about the risk new Covid variants pose to world's post-pandemic economic recovery.

These stocks are expected to have the biggest earnings comebacks in 2021 as economy reopens

Published: 01/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

CNBC screened for the S&P 500 stocks with the largest expected jump in 2021 earnings, according to analyst estimates.

Covid-19: China's economy grows in fourth quarter, bucking global trend

Published: 01/17/2021 in BBC News - World

China's economy grew at 2.3% for the year, making it the only major economy to see growth last year.

China says its economy grew 2.3% in 2020, but consumer spending fell

Published: 01/17/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Chinese consumers remained reluctant to spend, as retail sales contracted 3.9% for the year.

Joe Biden To Sign Inauguration Day Orders On Covid, Economy, Says Aide

Published: 01/16/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

US President-elect Joe Biden will sign executive orders on Inauguration Day next week to address the pandemic, the ailing US economy, climate change and racial injustice in America, a senior aide said...

Coronavirus updates: Biden to give speech on coronavirus and economy as daily death toll again exceeds 4,000

Published: 01/14/2021 in National

Covid contraction shrinks German economy by 5%

Published: 01/14/2021 in BBC News - World

Figures for 2020 show a sharp decline, but less severe than many economists had expected.

Germany's economy contracted by 5% in 2020 as coronavirus lockdowns hit growth

Published: 01/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Germany's economy contracted by 5% in 2020, according to full-year GDP (gross domestic product) data released on Thursday.

Covid pandemic sends Singapore's economy to its worst ever recession in 2020

Published: 01/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Singapore's economy contracted by 5.8% year over year in 2020, better than official forecast for an annual contraction of between 6% and 6.5%.

3 ETF themes for an improving economy and more clean energy in 2021

Published: 12/29/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Investors should gain exposure to metal miners, clean energy and Chinese stocks to maximize their 2021 returns, says Astoria Portfolio Advisors' John Davi.

China's economy is still months away from a full recovery, business survey finds

Published: 12/28/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

China has not fully recovered from the shock of the coronavirus pandemic, business leaders said in a survey by the China Beige Book released Tuesday.

5 charts show what the global economy looks like heading into 2021

Published: 12/27/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The rapid spread of Covid — which was first detected in China — forced many countries into months of lockdown that markedly reduced economic activity in 2020.

Chinese economy to overtake US 'by 2028' due to Covid

Published: 12/26/2020 in BBC News - World

A UK-based think tank says the pandemic has caused economic momentum to shift further in favour of Asia.

China set to surpass U.S. as world's biggest economy by 2028, says report

Published: 12/25/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

China will overtake the U.S. to become the world's biggest economy in 2028 due to their contrasting recoveries from the Covid-19 pandemic, a think tank said.

China To Overtake US As World's Biggest Economy By 2028: Report

Published: 12/25/2020 in NDTV News - World-news

China will overtake the United States to become the world's biggest economy in 2028, five years earlier than previously estimated due to the contrasting recoveries of the two countries from the...

Covid stimulus is the most important for the U.S. economy right now, economist says

Published: 12/20/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Congress agreed on a $900 billion coronavirus relief package after months of failed negotiations and is expected to vote on the bill Monday.