Chinese Policymakers face Difficult Economic and Social Choices China's economy is projected to grow at its slowest pace in six quarters, with a 4.5% expansion in the third quarter compared to the previous year. This slowdown has prompted Beijing to…
Oil Price Risk and Possible Scenarios of Middle East Escalation In this article, we look at the current tensions in the Middle East, particularly between Israel and Iran, and their potential impact on global oil markets. Following missile strikes from…
How will Israel Respond? Tensions between Israel and Iran have escalated significantly following a missile attack by Iran on Israel, which resulted in damage to a school and reports of casualties. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu warned of severe consequences for…
International Efforts for 21-Day Cease Fire Fail Prior to the Israeli attack that killed the Hezbollah Leader Hassan Nasrallah, the US and France were leading efforts to reduce tensions with a proposed 21-day ceasefire between Israel and the Lebanese militant…
Expections of Increased Saudi Oil Output Result Push Oil Lower Oil prices experienced minimal changes on Thursday after a decline in the previous session. Rising fuel demand and decreasing U.S. stockpiles countered concerns about weak demand, particularly in China. However,…
Chinese Stimulus - Is it Enough or is it too Late? China has announced its largest economic stimulus since the pandemic, amounting to over $325 billion, aimed at revitalizing its economy amid a struggling property market and deflation. The People's…
BOJ holds with Expectations for a Hike in December The Bank of Japan (BOJ) has decided to keep its short-term interest rate steady at 0.25%, as Governor Kazuo Ueda indicated that the central bank is cautious about global economic uncertainties…
The Federal Reserve cut benchmark interest rates by half a percentage point, marking the first easing cycle since the pandemic began. This decision reflects concerns over a weakening U.S. economy and aims to maintain economic strength and progress towards inflation…
Will Trump or Harris Prevail: what are the implications? The first debate between Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris is set for September 10, 2024. This pivotal encounter could impact the close race ahead of…
An EU Industrial Policy to keep up with the US and China! Mario Draghi has called for a "new industrial strategy for Europe," emphasizing the need for the EU to increase annual investments by €800 billion to remain competitive against…
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