Macroeconomic data, trends, and policy developments.
Coverage of key economic indicators, central bank policy decisions, inflation trends, labor data, and growth signals. This category focuses on the macroeconomic forces that shape markets, interest rates, and long-term capital allocation.
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At the World Economic Forum in Davos, global trade discussions have intensified as nations respond to high U.S. tariffs introduced under President Donald Trump. With rising concerns over trade unpredictability, countries are increasingly diversifying regional trade partnerships and supply chains to bolster resilience amid shifting geopolitical trad…
U.S. stock futures climbed following President Donald Trump's decision to withdraw proposed tariffs on several European nations tied to Greenland negotiations. This move alleviated tensions that had unsettled markets, lifting stocks, easing gold prices from record peaks, and triggering anticipation for Intel's earnings report alongside upcoming inf…
Japan's Cabinet Office issued its January economic report underscoring a moderate recovery, sustained consumer spending improvements, and a revised trade balance, while signaling concerns regarding the effects of U.S. trade policies on key sectors and heightened unpredictability due to recent political developments. The Bank of Japan's steady monet…
During Supreme Court oral arguments, justices expressed apprehension about President Trump's attempt to fire Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, emphasizing the critical importance of maintaining the Federal Reserve's autonomy in setting monetary policy without political interference. The court deliberated over the possible economic and institution…
The US dollar steadied after President Trump stepped back from imposing tariffs and forcibly acquiring Greenland, easing earlier market tensions. Concurrently, US inflation data aligned with expectations, and consumer spending exhibited strong growth, maintaining positive economic momentum. Meanwhile, the Australian dollar rose to a fifteen-month p…
The U.S. Supreme Court reviewed President Trump's effort to remove Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook, hearing extensive arguments on due process rights and the preservation of the Fed's independence. Indications from the court suggest a likely decision favoring Cook, with concerns raised about procedural fairness and potential economic consequence…
Two civil rights activists in Minnesota were apprehended by federal officials after leading a demonstration inside a church whose pastor allegedly holds a supervisory position with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The protest stems from community concerns regarding the pastor's involvement in immigration enforcement actions, raising …
