Upon assuming office, Mexican president-elect Claudia Sheinbaum will be tasked with upholding her promises of expanding social programs, despite inheriting a budget deficit that reached its highest level since the 1980s due to increased spending by her predecessor. With a deficit of 5.9% of GDP in 2024, up from 4.3% in previous years, Sheinbaum will
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As Asia kicks off the new trading month for global markets, all eyes are on the latest manufacturing PMI data from the continent’s biggest economies. This data will set the local tone and provide valuable insights for investors who are eagerly anticipating potential interest rate adjustments. With a mix of economic indicators coming out of
The Australian housing market continues to show strength, with home prices climbing steadily despite economic challenges. According to data from property consultant CoreLogic, national home prices rose by 0.8% in May, marking the largest monthly gain since October. This trend of growth has persisted for sixteen consecutive months, with prices up by 8.3% compared to
Stock markets in the Gulf showed positive movement on Sunday, with the Saudi index leading the gains. After hitting a five-month low, the benchmark index in Saudi Arabia rose by 1.1%. This increase was driven by growth in various sectors, particularly in IT, utilities, and healthcare stocks. Notable performers included ACWA Power with a 4.4%
Following Standard & Poor’s (S&P) decision to downgrade France’s long-term sovereign debt rating from “AA” to “AA-“, the financial markets are expected to react slightly with a potential spread between French and German benchmark bonds widening by 3-5 basis points. This minor impact may push the spread to approximately 50 basis points, a level comparable
Recently, the Russian government made adjustments to the mandatory sales of foreign currency for exporters, particularly those in industries like fuel, energy, metal, chemical, timber, and grain. The changes stipulate that if over half of the value of their contracts is paid in roubles, exporters may be exempt from certain currency sales requirements. This move
The new home prices in China continued to rise for the ninth consecutive month in May, as reported by a private survey. This increase was attributed to the various steps taken by the government to support the crisis-hit property sector. The average new home price across 100 cities saw a 0.25% increase in May, following
Recent economic data has had a significant impact on Asian markets, with stocks rising for the fourth month in a row. The MSCI’s broadest index of Asia-Pacific shares outside Japan increased by 0.55%, marking a 2.7% gain for the month of May. Despite concerns over a slowdown in the U.S. economy due to a downward
The recent surge in U.S. and global bond yields is causing a stir in Asian markets, leading to a strengthening dollar and tightening financial conditions. This shift is taking a toll on risk appetite and investor sentiment, as seen in the significant drop in equity indices worldwide. With a light economic calendar in Asia on
The dollar surged to a two-week high against major currencies on Thursday as a result of a rout in Treasuries. This increase in demand for safe haven assets, combined with higher U.S. yields, boosted the appeal of the dollar. The bond market turmoil has caused global equity markets to slide, prompting investors to flock to
The analysts predict a modest increase in British home prices this year, followed by even faster growth over the next two years, surpassing the overall rate of inflation. The anticipated 1.8% increase in 2024 is expected to be outstripped by wage growth, signaling a positive trend in the housing market. This projection is bolstered by
Recent data from three German states indicated a slight increase in inflation rates in May. The preliminary figures showcased a rise in inflation in North Rhine-Westphalia, Bavaria, and Saxony. However, there was a minor decline in Brandenburg, leading to a mixed bag of results. This data is crucial as it provides insight into the overall