US initial jobless claims 213K vs 215K expected
Prior was 212K (revised to 213K)Continuing claims 1868K vs 1850K expectedPrior 1833K (revised to 1822K) Initial claims beat,…
New startup accelerator program seeks to foster tech company growth in Alexandria
An accelerator program to support new tech startups is launching in the city, the Alexandria Economic Development Partnership…
China pledges ‘iron discipline’ to tackle debt risks as US borrowing under Trump surges
As the United States grapples with mounting debt, China is doubling down on efforts to clean up its…
After tariffs and inflation, small businesses face another problem: higher gas prices
John Andrews, a South Carolina-based chef who runs a meal delivery service, estimates he drives over 100 miles…
Paul Krugman Says the Iran War Could Be the Last Straw for the US Economy
The Iran war upended markets this week, and economist Paul Krugman thinks the effects could ultimately be much…
The Oil Price Spike Won’t Fix Russia’s Finances, an Analyst Says
Oil prices have surged after fresh conflict in the Middle East raised fears of supply disruptions through the…
ASX ends up; Ampol, Viva soar on China crackdown, CSL strikes Canada deal
The Australian sharemarket rebounded from a $63 billion wipeout as bargain hunters piled back into equities after strong…
Digital euro: The EU’s tool for payment sovereignty?
The EU’s reliance on foreign payment schemes has become intolerable in an era of trade wars, sanctions, and…
China to step up tech, energy and decarbonisation efforts in next 5-year plan
China will set priorities for technological innovation, economic security, public well-being and carbon reduction over the next five…
Cost of living Q&A: post your questions for money expert Hilary Osborne now | Money
In a week where Rachel Reeves had hoped to confirm a period of economic stability in Tuesday’s spring…
China tells top refiners to suspend diesel and gasoline exports
China’s government has told the country’s largest oil refiners to suspend exports of diesel and gasoline as an…
What a visit to a U.S. steel factory illuminates about the state of the economy
WEST MIFFLIN, Pa. — Beth Hammack, clad in a hard hat and safety glasses, strolled alongside red-hot sheets…