Professor Michael Bitzer on why North Carolinians are increasingly anxious about the economy
Dr. Michael Bitzer, professor of politics and history and director of the Center for North Carolina Politics &…
Four charts that highlight the worries that are driving markets right now
I’ve got four charts crossing the desk today that paint a complicated picture for the Fed and the…
Suriname’s Oil Boom Faces Economic Headwinds Despite Major Discovery
A slew of high-quality oil discoveries in offshore Block 58 by TotalEnergies and its 50% partner, APA Corporation,…
Nigerian naira bounces back significantly against US dollar
The Nigerian naira bounced against the United States dollar with significant appreciation across official and parallel foreign exchange…
BOJ likely to raise rates 25bp April, former board member says. Gradual move toward 1.25%
A former BOJ board member says April is the most likely timing for the next rate hike, as…
Shoppers Should Brace for Steep Price Hikes
Shoppers who enjoyed a brief pause in price hikes may want to brace themselves. After several months…
RBNZ expected to hold rates as higher food price inflation adds limited pressure
The RBNZ is expected to hold rates steady, but a recent lift in food price inflation adds nuance.…
In Argentina, locals are taking loans to buy food | Debt
Buenos Aires, Argentina: Diego Nacasio, 43, works full time as a salesman at a large hardware store in…
Mali and Canadian miner reset ties over $900 million gold asset with 10-year deal
The renewal follows a November agreement that resolved tensions triggered by Mali’s 2023 mining code, which increased taxes…
From Bhatinda to Bardhaman, small towns are new money generators
Small towns in India are fast emerging as the new money generators for India Inc. Several companies, from…
Ecuadorean shrimp sales rebound in 2025, surpass oil exports-producers’ association
GUAYAQUIL, Feb 16 (Reuters) – Ecuadorean shrimp exports rose 20% year-on-year in 2025 to $8.4 billion, a record…
These 5 Industries Are Booming in the Trump Economy — Could Your Next Job Be in One of Them?
President Donald Trump’s tariffs have caused layoffs for some supply chain managers, CNBC reported. Though the rising prices…