By Priya Raman
Economist by training. Covers central banks, inflation, jobs data and the policy decisions that shape the cycle.
New Zealand consumer confidence slips in August as big-ticket buying cools
New Zealand households turned more cautious in August, with the ANZ-Roy Morgan confidence index slipping to 98. Fewer people saw it as a goo
UK business confidence hits five-month high as price plans ease
UK business confidence hit a five-month high in August, according to Lloyds, with the index rising 4 points to +53%. Fewer firms plan to rai
US trade deficit widens to record $118.8 billion as imports surge
The US trade deficit widened to $118.81 billion in July, up from $101.41 billion in June, as imports rose and exports fell. Meanwhile, joble
Eos Energy to shift battery output to Thorn Hill, targeting 10%-15% cost cuts
Eos Energy Enterprises will relocate some battery manufacturing from Turtle Creek to its Thorn Hill plant starting in Q4 2026. The move targ
Rand holds near 15.98 as softer inflation meets firm dollar
South Africa's rand barely moved after July producer inflation slowed to 5.7%, but a firmer US dollar kept the currency near 15.98 per dolla
Enbridge brings KKR and Apollo into C$2.7B Westcoast pipeline expansion
Enbridge is teaming up with private equity giants KKR and Apollo to fund C$2.7 billion in expansions of its Westcoast natural gas pipeline.
Danske Bank sees ECB holding rates through 2027 after one final hike
Danske Bank now expects the European Central Bank to hike once more in September 2026, to 2.50%, then hold through 2027. The bank says energ
Rwanda raises rates to 8.75% as inflation hits 14.5% and gold joins reserves
Rwanda's central bank raised its key interest rate to 8.75% after July inflation accelerated to 14.5%. It also began adding gold to its fore
Denmark Raises 2026 Growth Forecast to 3.7% on Pharma Exports
Denmark now expects its economy to grow 3.7% in 2026, up from a previous 2.7% forecast. The upgrade is largely thanks to booming pharmaceuti
Australia's business investment slips 3.6% as equipment spending drops
Australian businesses trimmed capital spending in the June quarter, with a 3.6% fall driven by weaker equipment investment. Buildings spendi
Australian household spending climbs 1.1% in July, broad-based gains
Australian household spending rose 1.1% in July to AU$82.34 billion, with every category and state posting gains. The data suggests consumer
BOJ Deputy Governor Warns Weak Yen Could Force Faster Rate Hikes
Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino warned that a weak yen could push inflation above the 2% target, forcing the central bank to act