China warns the EU against new trade curbs but keeps the door open to talks
China said on Thursday that it prefers dialogue with the European Union but will take “all necessary measures” if Brussels…
Read MoreIran’s war-hit economy forces families to cut food, housing & education costs
Inflation surges, a weakening rial and rising unemployment deepen the cost-of-living crisis as the conflict with the United States strains…
Read MoreUK minimum wage set for 3.9% rise as govt weighs youth employment risks
The proposed increase would lift the hourly rate for workers aged 21 and over to about £13.20 from April 2027, while a similar rise for…
Read MoreGerman business confidence improves for sixth month, energy pressures
Manufacturing optimism and government investment are supporting a tentative recovery in Europe’s largest economy, but weaker…
Read MoreTrump’s clash with the Fed raises fresh risks for Wall Street
Tariff-driven price pressures, energy-market disruption and rising borrowing costs are complicating US monetary policy, with implications…
Read MorePakistan leads global debt to China ranking
Developing economies across Asia and Africa account for the largest outstanding obligations to Chinese creditors, renewing debate over…
Read MoreAmEx raises profit forecast, plans 3,500 job cuts
American Express lifts its 2026 earnings outlook after stronger-than-expected quarterly results, while restructuring plans target 5% of its…
Read MoreUS crackdown on int’l students threatens its economic edge in global talent race
A proposed $70,000 fee for international students entering post-study work programmes could deepen uncertainty for universities and…
Read MoreFrance’s debt crisis highlights growing fiscal risk for US
France’s public debt has reached 119% of GDP, while America’s national debt has surpassed $40 trillion. The two economies face mounting…
Read MoreChina’s economy grows 4.5pc in 3Q, export strength offsets domestic weakness
Strong overseas shipments lift growth from a three-year low, but a prolonged property slump and cautious consumers continue to challenge…
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