Africa could unlock billions from AI—but electricity shortages threaten the opportunity, IMF warns
The IMF estimates that wider AI adoption could increase the region’s economic output by about 4% over…
Listen to The Country: Rabobank’s Emma Higgins on NZ’s dairy export strength
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Evolution of fuel prices in June 2026 – News articles
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Lagarde to ‘keep door open’ for Sept hike, Euro to take hit
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China’s Consumption Future Will Be Driven By Small Luxuries
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Most Australians don’t understand how interest rates affect inflation, RBA survey finds
The Reserve Bank is concerned that too many Australians have little idea what the central bank is trying…
Why China’s savers want out
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UK inflation rate falls to 2.6% – live updates
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British Pound remains depressed against US Dollar following soft UK inflation data
The British Pound (GBP) consolidates losses against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday, as a string of UK…
Canada faces tough choice on US trade – fight back or hold firm – BBC
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Grocery price inflation slows to lowest rate since December 2024
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India steps up energy shift as oil costs and tariff pressures mount
NEW DELHI, INDIA – JULY 10: Indian Youth Congress members raise slogans during a protest against Union Minister…