Economy

Reserve Bank of Australia Stuns Markets, Holds Cash Rate Steady at 3.85%

RBA defies expectations by maintaining cash rate at 3.85% amid inflation concerns and global uncertainty.

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U.S. Economy Adds 147,000 Jobs in June, Beating Expectations

June 2025 saw the US add 147,000 jobs, with unemployment down to 4.1%. Yet, challenges loom with declining participation rates and modest wage growth.

#economy, #jobs, #federalreserve, #unemployment, #markets

Australia's Central Bank Poised for Third Consecutive Rate Cut Amid Stagnant Growth

The Reserve Bank of Australia expected to cut rates again to 3.60% to combat low inflation and slow growth.

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ECB Cuts Interest Rates Amid Global Trade Uncertainty

ECB cuts rates again as US trade policies pose risks, impacting eurozone stability.

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Former Banker's Warning: Risks of a 2008-Style Financial Crisis Loom

Key vulnerabilities in global markets could trigger a crisis similar to 2008, warns a former banker. Vigilance is crucial.

#financialcrisis, #markets, #economy, #globalfinance

BlackRock Warns of U.S. Debt Threat Amid Contentious Tax and Spending Bill

BlackRock warns U.S. debt could undermine financial markets as Congress debates a $4.5T tax and spending proposal, with implications for Treasury yields.

#usdebt, #blackrock, #taxpolicy, #uspolitics

Canada Rescinds Digital Services Tax Amid U.S. Trade Tensions

Canada drops Digital Services Tax, easing U.S. trade tensions. New talks set for economic security agreement by July 2025.

#canada, #us, #trade, #digitalservicestax, #economy

U.S. Dollar at Three-Year Low Amidst Stagflation and De-Dollarization Concerns

U.S. dollar hits three-year low due to erratic trade policies, stagflation fears, and de-dollarization trends, impacting global investment strategies.

#usd, #trade, #stagflation, #dedollarization, #investment

UK Unveils Ambitious 10-Year Industrial Strategy to Revitalize Economy

UK launches a 10-year plan focused on innovation, investment, and job creation across high-growth sectors.

#uk, #economy, #industrialstrategy, #innovation, #investment

Federal Reserve Proposes Overhaul of Bank Leverage Requirements

Fed proposes key reforms to bank leverage rules, spurring industry support but raising stability concerns.

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Federal Reserve Proposes Major Overhaul of Bank Leverage Requirements

The Federal Reserve aims to reform leverage rules for global banks to boost Treasury market participation.

#federalreserve, #leverage, #banks, #treasuries, #financialpolicy

U.S. Economy Contracts in Q1 2025 Amid Tariff-Induced Trade Shifts

U.S. economy shrinks by 0.5% in Q1 2025 due to tariff-induced trade shifts, marking the first downturn in three years.

#us, #economy, #trade, #tariffs

JPMorgan Warns of U.S. Economic Stagflation Linked to Tariffs

JPMorgan forecasts stagflation in the U.S. due to tariffs, with GDP growth cut to 1.3% and a 40% recession risk in 2025.

#economy, #recession, #tariffs, #stagflation, #jpmorgan

Federal Reserve Approves Plan to Reform Leverage Ratio for Large Banks

Fed proposes changes to bank leverage rules, aiming to boost Treasury market activity while balancing financial stability.

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Federal Reserve Divided Over Interest Rate Cuts Amid Tariff Concerns

Fed debates rate cuts amidst tariff tensions; Powell urges caution, while some governors push for immediate cuts.

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