Japan approves $135 billion stimulus package to help revive its sluggish economy
TOKYO (AP) — Japan’s Cabinet approved a 21.3 trillion yen ($135.4 billion) stimulus package Friday to help spur…
How rising debt-servicing threatens Bangladesh’s economy, and the way forward
Bangladesh’s debt-servicing burden is increasing sharply, putting pressure on public finances and limiting fiscal space. Debt-servicing refers to…
US hits $38 trillion in debt, after the fastest accumulation of $1 trillion outside of the pandemic
WASHINGTON (AP) — In the midst of a federal government shutdown, the U.S. government’s gross national debt surpassed…
Relief in Gaza as political crises rattle markets and send gold to new heights
It’s been a tumultuous week for markets, as political crises in seemingly all corners of the globe tested…
New Zealand announces plans to boost local defence sector
By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON (Reuters) -The New Zealand government said on Friday it was changing defence procurement rules…
Brazil Economy to Grow Just 1.5% in 2026
Brazil’s central bank said economic growth will slow over the coming year as interest rates at nearly a…
Chinese Fiscal Spending Slowdown Persists in Risk for Growth
China’s government spending increased at a slower rate for the second straight month, underscoring how weaker fiscal support…