By Priya Raman
Economist by training. Covers central banks, inflation, jobs data and the policy decisions that shape the cycle.
Bank of Korea signals more rate hikes after July move
The Bank of Korea's July meeting minutes reveal officials see the first rate hike in 3-1/2 years as the start of a tightening cycle, not a o
GFM Services secures RM83.1m more Pengerang turnaround work
GFM Services has secured another RM83.1 million in maintenance turnaround work at Malaysia's Pengerang Integrated Complex, bringing its tota
Italy's July budget surplus narrows to €13.4B as earnings season unfolds
Italy's Treasury reported a €13.4 billion surplus for July, down from €14.1 billion a year earlier. Meanwhile, Stellantis and Salvatore Ferr
NZ consumer arrears hit lowest since 2021, but hardship cases rise
New Zealanders are falling behind on fewer bills, with consumer arrears at their lowest since 2021. But hardship cases are rising for person
Japan's economy minister pushes back on BOJ inflation warnings
Minoru Kiuchi pointed to June's 1.7% CPI rise, arguing inflation is still moderate. His comments contrast with the Bank of Japan's stronger
Australia's job ads rise 0.8% in July, signalling steady hiring demand
Australia's job ads rose 0.8% in July, with the ANZ-Indeed index climbing to 117.1. The increase suggests hiring demand remains resilient ev
Australian spending beats forecasts as EVs and travel lead the way
Australian household spending rose 0.8% in June, well above the 0.2% forecast, led by new car purchases and travel. The resilience comes eve
Ireland's factory growth accelerates as hiring hits two-year high
Ireland's factories expanded for a 19th straight month in July, with AIB's PMI rising to 55.1. Hiring hit its fastest pace since May 2022, t
Williams to Buy Momentum Midstream for $5.5B in Haynesville Bet
Williams is buying Momentum Midstream for up to $5.5 billion, deepening its position in the Haynesville shale. The deal also lifts its 2026
Treasury raises Q3 borrowing forecast to $739B, keeps cash buffer
The US Treasury raised its Q3 borrowing estimate to $739 billion from $671 billion, citing weaker net cash flows. It still plans to end the
Banxico survey: inflation forecast dips to 4%, rate seen steady at 6.50%
Private-sector analysts polled by Banxico now see slightly cooler inflation and a touch stronger growth. They still expect the benchmark rat
US factory activity hits four-year high as orders and hiring surge
US factory activity hit a four-year high in July, with the ISM manufacturing index rising to 55.6. New orders and hiring picked up, but inpu