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Europe’s central bank chief Christine Lagarde to step down nine months early
Departure of Lagarde, seen as candidate to take over World Economic Forum, comes as eurozone struggles with weak growth and inflationChristine Lagarde, the eurozone’s top central banker, is stepping down nine months early.The European Central Bank announced on Thursday morning th...
Analysis: Warsh is learning to wield the Fed's power without showing his hand - CNBC
Kevin Warsh is done proving himself.
President of the European Central Bank Christine Lagarde to stand down in February - CNBC
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde will step down from her role on Feb. 7 next year, nearly nine months before her term expires, she announced Thursday.
Current Account Deficit to Remain Within 1% of GDP: Governor SBP - ProPakistani
Xiaomi Launches 2x Cheaper Clip-On Earbuds With 32-Hour Battery Life iQOO Launches Powerful Gaming Phone With Built-In Cooling Fan Honor's X8e 4G Can Survive Extreme Heat and Freezing Cold Qist Bazaar Marks Five Years of Rewriting the Rules of Retail and Financial Inclusion in Pa...
These ‘vampire’ veggies bring sensual energy to spring salads - The Australian
These ‘vampire’ veggies bring sensual energy to spring salads The Australian
Labour is strangling the life out of the economy - The Telegraph
Labour is strangling the life out of the economy The Telegraph
Finance Minister Calls Milei a 'Clown,' Pushes Back Against Criticism of Brazil's Economy - 27/07/2026 - World - Folha de S.Paulo
Finance Minister Calls Milei a 'Clown,' Pushes Back Against Criticism of Brazil's Economy - 27/07/2026 - World Folha de S.Paulo
Toyota develops new 1.5-litre hybrid powertrain, targets 15% better fuel economy
Toyota is developing an all-new 1.5-litre hybrid powertrain for its future vehicle platforms, targeting a fuel economy improvement of more than 15 per cent over existing systems. The new powertrain combines a family of four-cylinder petrol engines with compact electric motors and...
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Trump and Obama campaign at rallies ahead of Election Day, two reports will give latest insights on GDP and inflation ahead of midterms, Israel's election is deadlocked.
Fed holds rates steady despite dissents - Semafor
The Federal Reserve voted to leave interest rates unchanged today as officials seek more information to decide whether additional hikes would be necessary to tame inflation.
Oil prices fall as renewed U.S.-Iran peace efforts ease supply fears - CNBC
Oil prices declined Thursday as prospects of renewed peace negotiations eased fears of supply disruptions stemming from escalating tensions in the Middle East.
Bank of Thailand upgrades 2026 GDP forecast - Bangkok Post
(File photo: Reuters) The Bank of Thailand (BoT) has upgraded its economic growth forecasts for this year and next, supported by stronger momentum in exports and private investment.
(2nd LD) S. Korea's GDP expands 1 pct in Q3 on strong exports, investment: BOK - Yonhap News Agency
SEOUL, Oct. 27 (Yonhap) -- Strong semiconductor-led exports and investment drove South Korea's economy to grow faster than expected by 1 percent in the third quarter from a quarter earlier, putting annual growth of 3.6 percent within reach, central bank data showed Tuesday.
BOJ likely to conclude 2% inflation goal met, keep policy rate unchanged - 毎日新聞
BOJ likely to conclude 2% inflation goal met, keep policy rate unchanged 毎日新聞
Albanese concedes savings needed as he faces internal Labor pressure on cost-of-living crisis
Prime minister vows not to slash health and education funding amid political problem over handling of economyGet our daily political email, free app or daily news podcastAnthony Albanese has ruled out major cuts to health, education and essential services in December’s mid-year b...
'More rate hikes may follow' - The Express Tribune
The State Bank of Pakistan's (SBP) decision to raise its policy rate by 50 basis points to 12% has cast a shadow over the economic recovery, with economists warning that persistent energy and food price pressures could keep monetary policy tight while higher borrowing costs weigh...
US makes interest rate decision - as Bank of England verdict looms - Sky News
US makes interest rate decision - as Bank of England verdict looms Sky News