24 September 2024 Speck of Light Ahead for Germany's Economy

Another poor economic survey confirms Germany's economy is likely in a recession. But those looking ahead see the potential for a turnaround.

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24 September 2024 China Stimulus a Sugar Rush, Not a Bazooka

Chinese authorities have announced a significant package of support measures to boost the economy, but economists say all they are likely to achieve is a short-lived sugar high.

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23 September 2024 UK Economy Remains Robust Show PMIs

The UK economy slowed between August and September, according to a new survey, but it nevertheless continues to expand and is outdoing that of the Eurozone.

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23 September 2024 PMIs Confirm Eurozone Economic Contraction Looms

The European Central Bank (ECB) will need to consider speeing up the pace of rate cuts in response to fresh signs of a deepening economic slowdown.

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20 September 2024 Starmer's Gloom Showers Down on Consumer Confidence

The government's downbeat tone on the economy and the nation's finances is having a chilling effect on UK consumers.

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18 September 2024 25bp Cut Needed to Underpin the Federal Reserve's Credibility

The Federal Reserve has a communication problem and risks undermining individuals on the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC).

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18 September 2024 New Data Projections to Justify Big Fed Rate Cut

Financial markets think the Federal Reserve will go big and cut interest rates by 50 basis points later today and justify the decision on its latest economic forecasts.

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