UK economy entering 2026 amid sharp private sector downturn, says CBI | Confederation of British Industry (CBI)
Business leaders have warned that Britain is entering 2026 amid a sharp economic downturn in the private sector,…
New Zealand’s biggest house price crash in modern history
New Zealand house prices continue to fall. The REINZ House Price Index fell 0.3% over the past two…
Pakistan’s inflation stabilises, highlighting core cost challenges
While latest numbers provide relief, past inflation has permanently raised cost of living Cut-off yields for PIBs dropped…
Consumer Sentiment Rebounds as Inflation Expectations Hit 11-Month Low, Survey Shows – 富途牛牛
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Christmas spending sparks grim rate warning – News.com.au
Christmas spending sparks grim rate warning News.com.auCost-conscious Queensland family embraces the spirit of ‘Thriftmas’ Australian Broadcasting CorporationCozzie livs no match…
Which products have increased in price most in Portugal?
“Since the beginning of monitoring in 2022, the basket, composed of 63 products, has increased by €59.19, which…
Government to pay GH¢1 billion to contractors with arrears dating back to 2017
President John Dramani Mahama President John Dramani Mahama has directed the Ministry of Finance to release GH¢1 billion…
Chinese workers return to Africa as lucrative job opportunities beckon
Chinese workers are returning to Africa in their thousands, reversing a decade-long decline and signalling a renewed focus…
China’s Hainan Free Trade Port heralds new era of openness
An iPhone that costs about $100 less might not sound like a trade policy story, but in China’s…
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Is Europe in decline? 2025 was certainly a rough year. Europe is divided and struggling to concert its…
Homeowners warned as big banks clash over more interest rate cuts next year
Westpac chief economist Luci Ellis has forecast rate cuts. Picture: Jane Dempster High levels of mortgage stress and…
Beware of central economic forecasts for 2026
By Mohamed El-Erian* Forecasting a central scenario for the US economy in 2026 appears to be a straightforward exercise.…