Economic Indicators

Market thinks BlackRock’s Rieder will next chair the Fed. What’s at stake

Introduction to the Federal Reserve Chair Selection Process A five-month process of finding the next Federal Reserve chair appears to be down to its final...

Australian wine exports shrank in 2025 as drinkers sober up

Australian Wine Exports Experience Decline in 2025 The Australian wine industry has faced a notable decline in exports during 2025, a trend that suggests a...

US-India trade deal at ‘very advanced stage’: Indian minister

India and the US: A Trade Deal at an Advanced Stage A much-anticipated trade deal between India and the US is at "a very advanced...

Spain’s quarterly unemployment rate dips below 10% for first time in 18 years

Introduction to Spain's Unemployment Rate Spain's economy has reached a significant milestone, with its quarterly unemployment rate dipping below 10% for the first time in...

AI wasn’t the biggest engine of U.S. economic growth in 2025

Introduction to the Role of AI in US GDP Growth The popular narrative that artificial intelligence (AI) is the primary driver of the US economy...

US core capital goods orders beat expectations in November

Introduction to US Core Capital Goods Orders The US economy has shown resilience in recent months, with various indicators pointing towards a stable growth trajectory....

Manufacturing PMI holds steady, aligns with forecasts

Introduction to Manufacturing PMI The manufacturing sector is a crucial component of a country's economy, and its performance is closely monitored by economists, investors, and...

UK inflation December 2025

UK Inflation Rises to 3.4% in December, Exceeding Expectations A shopper browses fruit and vegetables for sale at an indoor market in Sheffield, UK. The...

US Consumer Sentiment Surges, Beating Expectations and Boosting Dollar

Introduction to US Consumer Sentiment The US consumer sentiment has seen a significant surge, beating expectations and subsequently boosting the dollar. This shift is crucial...

China says trade deal with U.S. will ‘drain Taiwan’s economy’ for American benefits

Introduction to the US-Taiwan Trade Deal A giant screen shows a news report on China's "Justice Mission 2025" military drills around Taiwan, in Beijing, China...

US consumer sentiment improves in January

Introduction to US Consumer Sentiment The US consumer sentiment has shown a notable improvement in January, as indicated by recent economic indicators. This uptrend is...

Trump’s Greenland ‘deal framework’ and tariff backdown confuse

Trump's Greenland Deal Framework and Tariff Backdown Confuse Markets and European Leaders DAVOS, SWITZERLAND - JANUARY 21: Delegates watch as U.S. President Donald Trump speaks...

Five takeaways from Davos 2026

Introduction to Davos 2026 The World Economic Forum's annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, has once again brought together global leaders, economists, and innovators to discuss...

Trump withdraws ‘Board of Peace’ invitation to Carney in widening rift with Canada

Introduction to the Rift Between the US and Canada DAVOS, SWITZERLAND - JANUARY 20: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney delivers a speech at the World...

China likely to set 2026 GDP growth target between 4.5% and 5%, SCMP says

Introduction to China's GDP Growth Target China, the world's second-largest economy, is expected to set a GDP growth target for 2026 between 4.5% and 5%,...

PCE inflation November 2026:

Inflation Trends and Consumer Spending People shop at a Costco store in the Staten Island borough of New York City, U.S., Jan. 16, 2026. Brendan...