China’s Xi promises more proactive macro policies in 2026
Item 1 of 3 People stand at an observation deck with a view on office buildings of Beijing’s…
Nigeria’s central bank sees 2026 growth at 4.49%, inflation easing to 12.94%
ABUJA, Dec 30 (Reuters) – Nigeria’s central bank forecasts 4.49% economic growth and inflation easing to an average…
Tax breaks help Russian oil exporters stay afloat as discounts deepen
MOSCOW, Dec 30 (Reuters) – Discounts on Russian oil at export terminals have once again approached historic highs,…
Iran’s government offers dialogue as protests spread to universities
Item 1 of 5 People walk through a local market as the value of the Iranian rial drops,…
South African rand steady in thin holiday trade
JOHANNESBURG, Dec 30 (Reuters) – The South African rand was steady in thin year-end trade on Tuesday, holding…
Colombia hikes 2026 minimum wage up nearly 23%
BOGOTA, Dec 29 (Reuters) – Colombia’s government will raise the country’s minimum wage to 1.75 million pesos per…
Trump threatens to sue Fed’s Powell, will announce replacement next month
PALM BEACH, Florida, Dec 29 (Reuters) – U.S. President Donald Trump on Monday renewed his threat to bring…
European shares close at fresh record high as Novo Nordisk drives healthcare boost
Euro zone equity volatility at over a year-lowHealthcare stocks top gainers after Novo Nordisk boostBasic resources gain on…
China to lower import tariffs on some products beginning 2026
BEIJING, Dec 29 (Reuters) – China announced on Monday tariff adjustments for some products beginning next year, including…
Explainer: Why the Dutch pension fund reform matters for markets
Big group of Dutch pension funds move to new system on Jan 1New system drops benefit guarantees, allows…
Hong Kong expects 3.2% growth this year, seeks to maintain momentum
SHANGHAI, Dec 28 (Reuters) – Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan raised his 2025 economic growth forecast to…
China eases IPO rules for firms developing reusable rockets
New guidelines exempt firms from some financial requirementsCompanies will need to meet reusable rocket tech milestonesBeijing seeking to…