Macroeconomy
ECB outlines accessibility features for digital euro app
The app is designed to surpass regulatory benchmarks and ensure usability for all, including people with disabilities.
Singapore’s MAS Flags AI Pullback as Key Risk to Global Markets
Central bank warns that uncertainty over AI investment sustainability could weaken growth, while conflict in the Middle East adds to risks.
Global Markets Eye Fed Decision as Geopolitical Tensions Rise
Central bank expected to hold rates steady; chip stocks wobble amid Middle East conflict and cautious investor sentiment.
Australia Core Inflation Slows, Easing Pressure on RBA
Underlying price pressures cooled in Q2 2024, reducing the likelihood of an August rate hike.
Global Central Banks in Focus: Fed, BoE, BoJ to Announce Policy Decisions
This week, three major central banks will set monetary policy amid rising oil prices and divergent inflation outlooks.
Spain's unemployment rate drops to 9.87% in Q2, lowest since 2008
Employment rises by 486,000 as the labour force hits a record 25.27 million
RBA Governor Michele Bullock Uncertain on Future Interest Rate Path
The central bank chief stated that inflation has not been fully defeated and rates remain at 4.35%.
AI Demand Could Spur Above-Average US Growth
Surging need for computer memory and data centers marks second quarter as investment influences economic activity and prices.
Bank of Canada publishes 2027 schedule for rate decisions, reports
The central bank confirmed rate announcement dates for next year, with quarterly Monetary Policy Reports to be released alongside four of them.
Pakistan Central Bank Maintains Key Policy Rate at 11.50%
The State Bank of Pakistan holds steady on interest rates amidst ongoing economic monitoring.
RBI to hold interest rates steady through 2026
Growth risks and persistent economic pressures have prompted the central bank to maintain its current stance.
Swiss National Bank publishes cookie categories on data portal
The SNB portal details Required, Analytics and Third-party cookies, with Required cookies being mandatory for site operation.
Marcos Faces Economic Hurdles as Corruption Inquiries Continue
The administration enters its final two years facing low public trust and economic stagnation linked to infrastructure scandals.
China's Industrial Profit Growth Decelerates in June
While a surge in AI-driven manufacturing sustains growth, overall figures slowed following a significant spike in May.
Japan Services Producer Price Index Rises 3.2% in June
Annual increase signals broadening inflation, keeping rate hike expectations alive.
AfDB warns of up to $20 billion economic hit from ‘super’ El Niño
The African Development Bank's climate chief estimates the phenomenon could significantly impact GDP and trigger mass migration.
UK CFOs grow more hopeful about AI, Deloitte survey finds
The Deloitte CFO Survey Q2 2026 indicates rising optimism among UK chief financial officers regarding artificial intelligence.
Russian Central Bank Lowers 2026 GDP Growth Forecast Alt
Adjustments follow rising inflation expectations tied to fuel price spikes and supply shocks.
UK consumer confidence jumps most in nearly three years
Sunny weather, football success, and political clarity drive July surge, data firm GfK reports.
Iran conflict tests Southeast Asian defenses against energy shocks
Renewed fighting exposes limited resilience to war-driven fuel disruptions, analysts warn.
Russia's Central Bank Cuts Key Rate to 14%
The bank lowered its growth forecast for 2026 and expects inflation of 6-7% by year-end.
Great Britain Retail Sales Unexpectedly Rose 1% in June, ONS First Estimate Shows
Monthly increase defied analyst forecasts of a 0.3% decline, with data covering Great Britain released by the UK Office for National Statistics.
ECB reveals shortlisted designs for new euro banknotes, opens public survey
Ten designs across two themes — culture and nature — are now available for public comment until September 21.
Japan factory output rises in July, PMI data shows
Manufacturing activity remained steady while production levels increased during the month.
Japan core CPI rises 1.6% in June, matching forecasts
The increase marks the first rise in the index since March but remains below the central bank's target.
US crypto sector to contribute $55 billion to economy in 2026
A new industry-funded report projects the sector will support 232,000 jobs despite a direct workforce of only 34,000.
Kazakhstan Plans Crypto Mining Rules Tied to State Reserve
New regulations would require miners to meet infrastructure standards and transfer part of their output to a state-backed reserve.
US Initial Jobless Claims Fall to Lowest Level Since 1969
New filings for unemployment insurance dropped last week.
US oil refineries run at breakneck speeds as wars choke fuel supplies
High utilisation rates aim to counter supply disruptions but raise outage risks, analyst warns
South Korea's Q2 GDP Grows 0.6% Quarter-on-Quarter, Beating Forecasts
The better-than-expected expansion.