Economic Indicators

Private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000

US Labor Market Slowdown Intensifies as Private Companies Cut 32,000 Workers A hiring sign is displayed in the window of a business in Manhattan on...

U.S. manufacturing sector activity contracts for tenth straight month in December

Introduction to U.S. Manufacturing Sector Activity The U.S. manufacturing sector has experienced a decline in activity for the tenth consecutive month in December, as indicated...

What China’s Xi and France’s Macron discussed in Beijing

Introduction to China-France Relations China and France have been working to strengthen their bilateral ties, with French President Emmanuel Macron recently visiting Chinese President Xi...

Venezuela’s Maduro sits in US custody as loyalists vow defiance

Introduction to Venezuela's Crisis Venezuela, a country once known for its rich oil reserves and vibrant culture, has been embroiled in a deepening crisis. The...

Layoff announcements top 1.1 million this year, the most since 2020 pandemic, Challenger says

US Job Cuts Surpass 1 Million in 2025, Highest Since 2020 A sign at a NYS Department Of Labor job fair at the Downtown Central...

Iran supreme leader says will not yield as protests simmer and US threatens

Introduction to the Current Situation in Iran The recent protests in Iran have sparked a significant amount of attention globally, with the country's supreme leader...

Rate watched by Fed hit 2.8%

Key Inflation Measure Lower Than Expected in September A key inflation measure was lower than expected in September, according to a report from the Commerce...

Trump threatens Iran over protest crackdown as deadly unrest flares

Introduction to the Crisis The situation in Iran has taken a turn for the worse, with protests escalating into deadly unrest. The international community is...

U.S. will finish the year with 3% GDP growth

Understanding the Current State of the U.S. Economy The recent report on inflation, which was delayed due to the government shutdown, revealed that consumer prices...

Irish manufacturing growth eases in December as new orders slow – PMI

Introduction to Irish Manufacturing Growth The Irish manufacturing sector has experienced a slowdown in growth during the month of December, primarily due to a decrease...

U.S. has to stop taking in ‘below-average’ immigrants that won’t help economy

US Commerce Secretary Advocates for Merit-Based Immigration System Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick recently emphasized the importance of a merit-based immigration system, suggesting that the US...

One person killed in Iran protests over economic woes

Iran Protests: Economic Woes Turn Deadly The ongoing protests in Iran have taken a turn for the worse, with reports of one person killed in...

Economist Mark Zandi sees the Fed surprising with three rate cuts in first half of 2026

Introduction to Interest Rate Cuts in 2026 Labor market weakness, uncertainty about inflation, and political pressure are expected to push the Federal Reserve to lower...

Crude oil inventories drop, surpassing expectations and bolstering prices

Introduction to Crude Oil Inventories The recent drop in crude oil inventories has sent shockwaves through the energy market, with prices surging in response to...

Unexpected rise in EIA Crude Oil Inventories signals weaker demand

Introduction to Crude Oil Inventories The recent report on crude oil inventories from the Energy Information Administration (EIA) has revealed an unexpected rise, signaling weaker...

Bessent to propose major overhaul of regulatory body created from financial crisis

Treasury Secretary Proposes Overhaul of Financial Regulation Approach Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has proposed a significant change in the government's approach to promoting financial stability,...