Economy

Moody’s credit-rating firm, known for its strict evaluations of countries’ economic situations, has mentioned that it is unlikely to take negative rating actions on Japan even if the government fails to meet its primary budget-balancing target next fiscal year. According to their Japan sovereign analyst, Christian de Guzman, the target should be seen as a

In recent months, financial executives and investors have been expressing concerns about the growing U.S. fiscal deficits. The reaction of bond vigilantes to spendthrift French politicians serves as a stark reminder that the market will ultimately determine the tipping point for debt sustainability. While there have been warnings about the potential risks associated with rising

The Asian markets are entering the final trading week of the first half of the year with a mixed picture across different asset classes. While equities are looking reasonably positive, the currency and bond markets are showing signs of uncertainty. Chinese stocks, in particular, are struggling to maintain performance, with the recent decline widening the

Chancellor Olaf Scholz has made it clear that Germany’s coalition government will prioritize sticking to its social agenda while also providing military aid to Ukraine. Despite the tight domestic budget situation, Scholz emphasized the importance of defending and further developing the welfare state. Budget Talks and Priorities The three-way coalition consisting of the Social Democrats

During his visit to China, Germany’s Economy Minister Robert Habeck expressed that the European Union is willing to engage in discussions regarding EU tariffs on Chinese exports. He emphasized that the doors are open for dialogue and he hopes that his message was well received by his Chinese counterparts. This assertion came after Habeck’s meetings

The proposed European Union tariffs on Chinese goods have been a topic of discussion recently, with Germany’s Economy Minister Robert Habeck clarifying the intentions behind these measures during his visit to Beijing. Contrary to what some may believe, these tariffs are not meant to be a form of punishment, as highlighted by Habeck during a

Recently, Turkish Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek held a meeting with investors in London, where Turkey was highlighted as a positive standout among emerging markets. This meeting provided an opportunity for Simsek to discuss the progress made in the Turkish economy over the past year and shed light on the potential steps to be taken in

The U.S. Supreme Court recently issued a ruling against a challenge to a tax on Americans who have invested in certain foreign corporations. The case involved Charles and Kathleen Moore, a retired couple from Redmond, Washington, who contested the tax on foreign company earnings that have not been distributed to shareholders. The 7-2 ruling upheld

European Union countries have come together to agree on a new package of sanctions against Russia in response to its ongoing war in Ukraine. This 14th package includes the first-ever restrictions on Russian gas, specifically targeting re-exports of Russian liquefied natural gas (LNG) in EU waters. While the package falls short of completely banning imports,

Tropical Storm Alberto, the first named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, has developed over the western Gulf of Mexico according to the U.S. National Hurricane Center (NHC). The storm is situated approximately 185 miles east of Tampico, Mexico, with sustained winds of 40 mph. Despite its current strength, Alberto is expected to weaken

The European Commission recently announced disciplinary steps against seven EU countries for running excessive budget deficits. The countries singled out are France, Belgium, Italy, Hungary, Malta, Poland, and Slovakia. These deficits are primarily attributed to the impact of the COVID pandemic and the energy price crisis following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in 2022. France’s Budget

The Federal Reserve recently reported that production at U.S. factories increased by 0.9% in the month of May, surpassing the expectations of economists. This growth helped to recover from the declines seen in the prior two months. However, despite this positive growth, there are concerns about the sustainability of this momentum. Higher interest rates and