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Beijing’s US$4 billion bond sale tests economic outlook after trade truce
China’s Ministry of Finance returned to the international bond market for the first time in a year on Wednesday, offering US$4 billion in sovereign notes and giving international investors a chance to register their opinion on the country’s...
Cross-border initiative plans to boost visitor economy in the Marches
Photo by Richard Szwejkowski is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0 Powys County Council is leading a major cross-border initiative to boost tourism across the Marches, as part of a new strategy aimed at revitalising the region’s visitor economy over the...
A reality check for Trump's economy and the shutdown threatens to ground flights: Morning Rundown
Polls reveal that voters aren’t buying Trump’s portrayal of the economy. The FAA will cut flights at 40 airports and reduce capacity. And, how scammers are using videos of stunning apartments to lure victims on social media. Here's what to know...
Climate change to severely impact Belgium's economy, security: Report
BRUSSELS Belgium's economy, public health and national security face mounting threats from climate change unless the country urgently steps up adaptation measures, according to a major risk assessment released Thursday by the climate institute...
GCC Secretary General discusses ways to enhance economic relations with EU commissioner for trade and economic security
Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi met in Kuwait with European Union (EU) Commissioner for Trade and Economic Security Maros Sefcovic. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 9th GCC-EU Economic...
New Rantau Panjang-Golok Bridge expected to spur investment and economic growth in Kelantan and southern Thailand
KOTA BHARU, Nov 6 — The upcoming second Rantau Panjang-Golok Bridge, linking Kelantan with southern Thailand, is expected to deliver a major economic boost to both regions, the State Legislative Assembly was told today. State Investment, Industry,...
MoiTT Orders Third-Party Audit of Cashless Economy Project to Ensure Transparency
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has decided to conduct a third-party audit of the government’s flagship Cashless Economy Project to ensure transparency, effective implementation, and measurable outcomes, according to...
Jakarta government strengthens creative economy ecosystem
Jakarta (ANTARA) - The Jakarta Provincial Government is strengthening the creative economy ecosystem, including the coffee industry, by providing support for young talent. Other efforts include expanding market access for small and medium-sized...
China’s Economy Expected to Slow as Exports Weaken
China’s key economic indicators likely slowed in October, with export growth expected to see a sharp decline, primarily due to a high base of comparison from last year and mounting external uncertainties. A Caixin survey of 12 domestic and foreign...
Moyie Springs Fire Chief Steve Economu has retired after almost 50 years in the department
Moyie Springs officials said Economu has been a cornerstone of the Moyie Springs Volunteer Fire Department since its founding in 1978. City officials thanked Economu for his service and wished him the very best. Among them was Jacob Francom, Moyie...
Central Asia Economic Outlook 2025: A Comprehensive Survey of Macroeconomic Indicators and Projections
Editor’s Note: This report is experimental in nature. We have taken the data from IMF, World Bank, ADB, EBRD, and EDB and attempted to arrive at mean economic indicators. All of these financial institutions have their own methodologies because of...
Interfax-Ukraine to host press conference 'Diabetes and War: How Investments in Healthcare Save Lives and Support the Economy?'
(Participants added) On Friday, November 7, at 10.00, the press center of the Interfax-Ukraine news agency will host a press conference entitled "Diabetes and War: How Investments in Healthcare Save Lives and Support the Economy?" Invited to...
German businesses see economic stagnation this year, 0.7% growth next
By Maria Martinez BERLIN (Reuters) -The German economy is expected to stagnate this year after two years of contraction, with tepid growth of 0.7% forecast in 2026, the German Chamber of Commerce (DIHK) said on Thursday. Its projections were more...
Tunisian Government Announces Economic Recovery and Declining Inflation
Tunis - Saba: Tunisian Prime Minister Sarah Zafrani announced that the country's economy is on the path to recovery, noting a growth rate of 3.2% during the second quarter of 2025. This came in a speech she delivered during a plenary session of...
UK economic growth set to slump next year if income tax goes up, warns City forecaster
The new rates are likely to come into effect at the start of the new tax year on April 6. A 2p rise would raise around £20 billion a year. It would cost a typical London worker on a salary of £50,000 an extra £748.60 a year, or £62.38 a month, in...
Wall Street gains ground amid earnings reports, upbeat economic updates
By DAMIAN J. TROISE AP Business Writer NEW YORK — Stocks gained ground on Wall Street Wednesday following several upbeat economic updates and a steady flow of quarterly reports from U.S. companies. The gains were broad and marked a reversal from...
Hanley Economic names new chair
Hanley Economic Building Society has appointed Ian Henley to succeed Nick Jordan as chair. Henley will take up the new role from the start of January, subject to regulatory approval. He is currently chair of the risk committee and has more than 40...
ASEAN Must Rethink Its Supply Chain, Strengthen Regional Economic Integration
KUALA LUMPUR, Nov 6 (Bernama) -- ASEAN must rethink its supply chains and strengthen regional economic integration amid an increasingly uncertain global trade environment, said Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation former executive director, Tan Sri...
Maldives Unveils Sustainable Townships as the Foundation of a Diversified Economic Future
The Maldives is moving to expand its tourism model with proposed amendments to the Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Act. The changes create a new category of Sustainable Townships, designed for large-scale, integrated developments that combine...
Government Prioritises Tackling Social Shortcomings and Economic Challenges
KPL The government has reaffirmed its commitment to addressing social shortcomings and other pressing socio-economic challenges to bring about positive transformation across the country. (KPL) The government has reaffirmed its commitment to...