UK economy ekes out 0.1% growth in the fourth quarter
The U.K. economy grew a meager 0.1% in the fourth quarter, according to preliminary figures from the Office for National Statistics on Thursday.
The U.K. economy grew a meager 0.1% in the fourth quarter, according to preliminary figures from the Office for National Statistics on Thursday.
The U.S. government in January ran up a smaller deficit than a year ago, while tariffs collections surged.
The January nonfarm payrolls report beat Wall Street expectations in both job creation and the unemployment rate.
Consumer activity slowed sharply for the December holiday shopping season.
The oil giant also says it is suspending its share buyback programme ahead of the arrival of its new boss.

2025 closed with a surprising surge in consumer spending and retail sales, one which was unexpected

Japan’s sudden bond market turmoil, driven by fiscal strain and a historic shift in central bank policy, is believed to be quietly reshaping global liquidity flows and could have far reaching consequences for investors worldwide.
Technology stocks have fallen this week as investors appeared wary of the sectors big investment plans.
With the recent narrative centering on a no-hire no-fire labor market, the data suggests that the layoff part of the equation could be stepping up.

The IMF estimates for 2026 show no signs of recession. However, the global economy remains in a peri

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With 'hard' data sustaining signs of solid growth (e.g. factory orders and jobless claims), 'soft' s

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The NEC director, once considered a clear frontrunner for the next Fed chair, said he is fine with his current role.
President Donald Trump said Thursday that he will be naming his pick Friday for the new Federal Reserve chair.

Narrative control works by having a pat answer for every skepticism and every doubt.Boiled down, the
The U.S. deficit with its global trading partners nearly doubled in November as the shortfall with the European Union swelled.
The U.S. deficit with its global trading partners nearly doubled in November as the shortfall with the European Union swelled.

While sentiment is sagging to multi-year lows, 'hard' data is pushing growth forecasts higher (GDPNO
A five-month process of finding the next Fed chair appears to be down to its final days, with one candidate emerging as the betting favorite.