Taiwanese men earned 1.54 times more than women in 2024
The average annual income of Taiwanese men was NT$754,172 (US$23,244) in 2024, 1.54 times that of women, who…
Why China’s goods consumption is slumping even as exports and services boom
The world’s second-largest economy looks like it’s running at two speeds: An export-focused manufacturing sector that’s feeding global…
Western Europe heatwaves hit GDP, food and insurance
People are silhouetted against the setting sun in Berlin on June 19, 2026 in Berlin, Germany. A heat…
Western Europe heatwaves hit GDP, food and insurance
People are silhouetted against the setting sun in Berlin on June 19, 2026 in Berlin, Germany. A heat…
See how the price of everything has changed with inflation
The cost of most everyday items is up. Here’s by how much. Good news: inflation has eased slightly.…
Japan trims economic outlook as elevated oil prices weigh on growth
Japan has lowered its economic growth forecast for the current fiscal year, reflecting expectations that higher oil prices…
The likelihood of the RBA raising interest rates has fallen. Have we finally come to our senses? | Greg Jericho
The June inflation rate of 3.8% ended any real prospect of a rate rise next month, despite investors…
What’s Up With Today’s Paradoxical Fed Reaction?
What’s Up With Today’s Paradoxical Fed Reaction?
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Chinese firms grow global market share in 40% of products: Nikkei survey
Economy China-made goods continue to spread worldwide despite US tariffs The U.S. temporarily imposed tariffs of up to…
Dow plummets 1,150 points on inflation worries in wake of Fed interest rate vote
Stocks plummeted Wednesday on worries about inflation in the wake of the Federal Reserve’s vote keeping interest rates…
US Fed holds interest rates steady, citing ‘elevated’ inflation | Inflation News
The United States Federal Reserve is set to hold interest rates steady as inflationary pressures mount, driven by…
Dollar slips as Fed holds rates steady
By Saqib Iqbal Ahmed NEW YORK, July 29 (Reuters) – The U.S. dollar fell across the board on…