Tag: #economy

Global Oil & Gas M&A Activity Slows Dramatically in 2025

Upstream oil and gas M&A values fall by 34% amid market volatility and recent consolidations.

#oilandgas, #mergersandacquisitions, #energy, #economy

Oil Prices Projected to Remain Flat Through 2025 Amid Rising OPEC+ Production

Economists predict stagnant oil prices due to increased OPEC+ output despite mild demand growth and geopolitical uncertainty.

#oilprices, #opec, #energy, #economy

Treasury Secretary Emphasizes AI's Economic Impact and Calls for Fed Action

Scott Bessent highlights AI's transformative potential on the U.S. economy, urging the Fed to consider its impact in policy decisions.

#ai, #economy, #federalreserve, #scottbessent

President Trump Imposes New Tariffs to Reduce U.S. Deficit

President Trump imposes 10% tariffs on imports, aiming to cut U.S. deficit by $4 trillion, sparking trade tensions.

#trump, #tariffs, #uspolitics, #economy, #trade

French PM Seeks Confidence Vote for Controversial €44 Billion Austerity Plan

French PM Bayrou seeks confidence vote on €44B austerity plan, aiming to slash deficit by 2029.

#france, #austerity, #economy, #politics, #confidencevote

U.S. Government Acquires 9.9% Stake in Intel, Signaling Shift Toward State Capitalism

The U.S. invests $8.9 billion in Intel, marking a shift toward state capitalism and sparking debate on free-market dynamics.

#usgovernment, #intel, #statecapitalism, #economy, #semiconductors

Fitch Reaffirms India's Rating Amid Growth and Challenges

India's rating stays stable at 'BBB-' as Fitch highlights growth, but warns of U.S. tariffs and fiscal weaknesses.

#fitch, #india, #rating, #economy, #ustrade

U.S. Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 4.2% in July Amid Demographic Shifts

The U.S. unemployment rate remains stable at 4.2%, with notable demographic and industry employment shifts reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics.

#unemployment, #bls, #federalreserve, #economy, #laborforce

S&P 500 Poised for 2.3% Decline by 2025 Amid Tariff Concerns and Fed Uncertainty

S&P 500 projected to drop 2.3% by 2025 due to tariff policies and Fed measures, amid fears of economic slowdown.

#sp500, #tariffs, #federalreserve, #economy, #markets

Inflation Concerns Dampen U.S. Consumer Sentiment in August 2025

U.S. Consumer Sentiment Index falls as inflation worries surge, impacting economic outlook.

#economy, #inflation, #consumer sentiment, #University of Michigan

Federal Reserve Maintains Interest Rates Amid Tariff-Induced Uncertainty

Fed holds rates at 4.25-4.50% amidst economic uncertainty and rising tariffs impacting GDP and inflation.

#federalreserve, #interestrate, #tariffs, #economy, #fomc

U.S. Invests $1 Billion to Secure Critical Minerals Supply Chain

U.S. DOE announces $1B funding to advance domestic critical minerals supply, reducing reliance on foreign sources like China.

#usdoe, #criticalminerals, #nationalsecurity, #china, #economy

Powell's Pivotal Speech at Jackson Hole: Key Insights Expected

Chair Powell to address inflation and labor market issues at Jackson Hole amid internal Fed debates.

#federalreserve, #jacksonhole, #economy, #inflation, #interest rates

U.S. Faces Historic Surge in Vegetable Prices Amid Tariffs and Labor Shortages

U.S. vegetable prices soar 38.9% in July; tariffs and labor shortages create inflationary pressure on consumer goods.

#vegetableprices, #tariffs, #labor, #inflation, #economy

Bolivia Prepares for Crucial Election Amid Economic and Political Turmoil

Bolivia's upcoming elections may reshape its economy and political landscape amid crisis.

#bolivia, #election, #politics, #economy, #lithium