Tag: #economy

Unprecedented Global Decline in Fertility Rates Raises Economic Concerns

Global fertility rates fall faster than predicted, threatening economic stability worldwide.

#fertility, #global, #economy, #demographics

China's Drive to Overcome Industrial 'Choke Points'

China intensifies efforts to overcome industrial vulnerabilities under "Made in China 2025" for self-sufficiency.

#china, #industry, #technology, #economy, #manufacturing

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

China Adjusts Retirement Age to Tackle Aging Population

China begins retirement age rise to address aging population and economic challenges.

#china, #retirement, #agingpopulation, #economy, #pensionreform

Florida Housing Market Cools: Increased Inventory and Foreclosures Mark April 2025

Florida's housing market sees increased inventory, price declines, and foreclosures in April 2025, indicating a cooling trend.

#florida, #housingmarket, #realestate, #foreclosures, #economy

Oman Introduces First Gulf Personal Income Tax, Paving Way for Economic Diversification

Oman becomes the first GCC nation to enact a personal income tax, targeting top earners to diversify revenue and achieve fiscal stability.

#oman, #gcc, #personalincometax, #economy

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

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

Federal Reserve Proposes Overhaul of Bank Leverage Requirements

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

#federalreserve, #banking, #regulation, #economy

Early Onset of 2025 Monsoon in India Boosts Agricultural Prospects

India's 2025 monsoon arrives early, promising boosts in agriculture and economy with above-average rainfall expected.

#india, #monsoon, #agriculture, #economy, #rainfall

White House Pushes Trump's "One Big Beautiful Bill Act" Amid Controversy

Trump's new bill promises deficit cuts but faces Senate hurdles over risks to debt and social programs. Critics urge cautious analysis.

#politics, #trump, #economy, #senate, #legislation

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.

#federalreserve, #banking, #economy, #policy, #treasurymarkets

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

Fed Chair Powell Defends Rate Policy Amid Pressure from Trump

Fed Chair Jerome Powell maintains current interest rates, defying Trump's call for cuts, amid tariff-driven economic uncertainty.

#federalreserve, #interestrates, #jeromepowell, #donaldtrump, #economy

Fed Vice Chair Advocates for Rate Cut Amid Internal Disagreement

Bowman pushes for Fed rate cuts by July 2025, citing minimal inflation from tariffs despite internal Fed disagreements.

#federalreserve, #interestrates, #economy, #tariffs