Central banks navigate economic, political and trade crosswinds
KUWAIT: This week saw pivotal key central bank decisions, political developments, and key economic data releases, driving market…
Sri Lanka’s leftist leader ditches dogma for economic pragmatism
Sri Lanka’s President Anura Kumara Dissanayake, speaking during this year’s May Day rally, has defied the opposition’s doomsday predictions…
China industrial production grows at slowest pace in a year – Nikkei Asia
China industrial production grows at slowest pace in a year Nikkei AsiaChina’s Economic Slump Across Board Raises Stimulus Expectations Bloomberg.comChina’s…
Wellington falls to bottom of ASB’s economic scoreboard; Bay of Plenty star performer
The Central Lakes District was third. Chief economist Nick Tuffley said there was a general theme of South…
Labour leads on cost of living as National loses economic ground in poll
In that previous survey, Labour overtook National on the cost of living, and it has now increased its…
Wellington leaders say Nicola Willis deflecting responsibility for capital’s economic woes
“She’s the Minister of Finance and the Minister for Economic Growth but we’re yet to see concrete ideas…
Productivity summit proves disappointing for unions as Labor dismisses ACTU’s ideas
Sally McManus has been feeling a little lonely around the economic reform roundtable this week. “Sometimes we feel…
China ‘pretend work’ firm offers shared office space for US$4 a day, promotes personal growth
Pretend work companies that help unemployed people fake having a job for a small price are springing up…
China retail sales, production grow at slowest pace since late 2024 – Nikkei Asia
China retail sales, production grow at slowest pace since late 2024 Nikkei AsiaChinese economy slows as Trump tariffs bite;…
China economic indicators worsen under trade war pressure – Nikkei Asia
China economic indicators worsen under trade war pressure Nikkei AsiaChina’s economy slows sharply as trade pressures mount AFRChina’s Economy Abruptly…
Simon Bridges is right, Auckland’s economic blues require special attention – Liam Dann
Bridges’ public call for fresh government policies – including more fiscal stimulus – was remarkable coming from a…
South Island surges ahead as regional economic divide deepens – Kiwibank
“Interest rates have come down, which is starting to ease pressure, but many households and businesses are still…