The rise in euro zone inflation to 2.3% in November has reignited debates about the European Central Bank’s (ECB) monetary policy trajectory. While the inflation rate exceeds the ECB's 2% target, underlying economic trends highlight a precarious balancing act between taming inflation, fostering...

India's economy expanded by 5.4% in the second fiscal quarter ending September, marking a significant slowdown compared to the 6.7% growth in the previous quarter and falling short of economists’ projections. While analysts focus on immediate policy implications, this deceleration sheds light on...

President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement of a proposed 25% tariff on Canadian goods has raised alarm on both sides of the border, particularly in the energy sector. This policy, if enacted, would disrupt the deeply intertwined economic relationship between the United States and Canada, with...

As the dynamics of international trade shift, tensions between Mexico and the United States underscore the fragile balance of cooperation and conflict. Recent statements by Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum signal a strong stance against U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s proposed 25% tariff on...

In recent years, Chinese startups have grappled with mounting pressures from early-stage venture capitalists (VCs) to repay investments under redemption agreements. These demands, driven by unmet market exit strategies such as IPOs, have brought many startups to the brink of collapse. This article...

In light of escalating global economic pressures, China remains focused on maintaining a stable economic trajectory despite potential challenges, including trade tensions with the United States. Vice Commerce Minister Wang Shouwen emphasized China's commitment to fostering dialogue with the U.S. to...

The European Central Bank (ECB) has raised concerns about a potential "bubble" in artificial intelligence (AI)-related stocks, cautioning that inflated expectations around AI could lead to abrupt market corrections. This warning, issued as part of the ECB’s biannual Financial Stability Review,...

Global currency markets are reacting strongly to escalating geopolitical tensions and economic policy shifts. The latest developments, including warnings from Russian President Vladimir Putin over a revised nuclear doctrine and expectations around U.S. economic policies under President-elect Donald...

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has raised alarms over the rising tide of trade protectionism, emphasizing the potential fallout from escalating tariffs on Asia’s economic stability and global supply chains. While the region is projected to remain a vital driver of global growth, tit-for-tat...