10 African countries with the highest diesel costs at the start of 2026
Diesel is the workhorse fuel for many economies in Africa. It powers vehicles that transport food across borders,…
New Zealand inflation rises above target as domestic pressures persist
New Zealand inflation edged above target in Q4, reinforcing the RBNZ’s decision to pause further rate cuts. Summary:…
Alberta leads Canada in November retail sales growth as autos, population gains drive spending – CTV News
Alberta leads Canada in November retail sales growth as autos, population gains drive spending CTV NewsCanadian retail sales up…
US January S&P Global flash services PMI 52.5 vs 52.8 expected
Prior was 51.8Manufacturing 51.9 vs 52.20 expectedPrior manufacturing 51.8Composite 52.8 vs 52.7 priorConfidence in the year ahead outlook…
Yen Jumps Most Since August as Risk of Intervention Ramps Up
(Bloomberg) — The yen abruptly staged its biggest one-day surge since August on speculation that Japanese authorities could…
Saudi Arabia rolls out Nitaqat 2.0, targeting 340,000 private sector jobs over three years – Times of India
Saudi Arabia rolls out Nitaqat 2.0, targeting 340,000 private sector jobs over three years Times of IndiaSaudisation rules: These…
Explainer | How are US tariffs and trade barriers redrawing China’s export map?
Despite a slowing economy, recurring trade frictions and intensifying price competition, the value of China’s exports rose in…
Gen X Spending Patterns Are Shifting as Costs Rise
Gen Xers’ new round of penny-pinching could be bad news for consumer spending and the economy. Comprised of…
Millionaires Urge Leaders in Davos to Act on Wealth Inequality – Outlook Business
A group of 400 millionaires from 24 countries, including prominent names like Marvel actor Mark Ruffalo, musician Brian…
US S&P Manufacturing PMI rises to 51.9, Services PMI holds steady at 52.5
Business activity in the US private sector expanded at a slightly better pace in January than in December,…
Germany January flash manufacturing PMI 48.7 vs 47.8 expected
Prior 47.0Services PMI 53.3 vs 52.5 expectedPrior 52.7Composite PMI 52.5 vs 51.6 expectedPrior 51.3Full report here Key Points:…
UK Retail Sales climb 0.4% MoM in December vs. -0.1% expected
The United Kingdom (UK) Retail Sales rose 0.4% month-over-month (MoM) in December after falling 0.1% in November, according to…