Why the RBA should rethink key inflation assumption The strength of Australia's labour market has kept the Reserve Bank from cutting interest rates but growing evidence suggests it's not as crucial as thought. AAP · Jan 16, 2025
What does 0.1% economy growth really mean for you? How it affects jobs, saving money and more explained A bank, a hiring firm and wealth managers weigh in on what economic growth means for everyday people The Independent UK · Jan 16, 2025
Pressure grows on Rachel Reeves as UK growth figures weaker than expected Chancellor Rachel Reeves has insisted she will “fight every day” to deliver economic growth after the latest official figures showed… The National (Scotland) · Jan 16, 2025
German Economy Shrinks Again Amid Political Crisis Germany's economy shrank for a second straight year in 2024, official figures showed Wednesday, with little hope of a speedy recovery as Europe's traditional powerhouse is also mired in political crisis. International Business Times · Jan 15, 2025
Chancellor facing tough questions over fiscal rules as market woes deepen Chancellor Rachel Reeves said over the weekend that her fiscal rules were ‘non-negotiable’. Evening Standard · Jan 13, 2025
Reeves vows ‘action’ to meet fiscal rules amid rise in borrowing costs Problems on the gilt markets have overshadowed the Chancellor’s trip to China. The Independent UK · Jan 11, 2025
US job market soars past expectations in last report before Trump retakes White House Economy adds 256,000 jobs in December, with Biden boasting of 16.6m jobs created during presidency The Guardian - US · Jan 10, 2025
Pound slumps to new 14-month low as Rachel Reeves criticised for China trip as tax rise fears grow Sir John Gieve, former Deputy Governor at the Bank of England, said the Chancellor may have to hike taxes or impose some ‘very severe reductions and squeezes’ on public services Evening Standard · Jan 10, 2025
Asian Markets Drift Lower As US Jobs Data Looms Equities fell again in Asia on Friday as traders prepared for the release of US jobs data that could play a key role in the Federal Reserve's decision-making on interest rate, with several officials indicating the cutting has finished for now. International Business Times · Jan 10, 2025
Congress Working Committee mourns demise of Dr Manmohan Singh The CWC remembered the former PM Dr Manmohan Singh for his exceptional contributions to Indian politics and the economy, describing his leadership and dedication as milestones in India's development. Read further on Dynamite News: Dynamite News · Dec 27, 2024
UK Economy Stagnant In Third Quarter In Fresh Setback Britain's economy was stagnant in the third quarter, according to revised official data released Monday, dealing a fresh blow to the Labour government. International Business Times · Dec 23, 2024
Economy 'headed for the worst of all worlds' in 2025, businesses warn Businesses have issued a stark warning to Rachel Reeves that the economy is “headed for the worst of all worlds” with activity expected to fall… The National (Scotland) · Dec 23, 2024
Firms offer no festive cheer to Reeves with gloomy outlook for 2025 The Budget hike to employers’ national insurance is ‘exacerbating an already tepid demand environment’, the CBI warned. The Independent UK · Dec 23, 2024
3 Penny Stocks to Watch for Big Gains in 2025 The Federal Reserve's recent rate cut indicates a stable yet slowing economy, with inflation sticking around but consumer spending strong. In light of these events, penny stocks, Ribbon Communications (RBBN), Ironwood Pharmaceuticals (IRWD), and Organogenesis Holdings (ORGO), all priced under $5, could make attractive investments. Read on…. StockNews.com · Dec 19, 2024
The Conversation · Dec 19, 2024 Politics with Michelle Grattan: Chalmers says the budget’s better than it was; Taylor says it’s much worse than it should be Appropriately, we finish our podcast for 2024 talking to Treasurer Jim Chalmers and his shadow, Angus Taylor because, as the saying goes, “it’s the economy, stupid!”
AAP · Dec 18, 2024 Productivity slump worsens Australia's deficit dilemma Australia needs to get productivity growth back on track to pay for structural spending increases and avoid endless deficits, economists warn.
The Guardian - AU · Dec 18, 2024 A predicted deficit will get the headlines but remember that budgets are about choices Right now the government is choosing to deliver $50bn a year to the richest 10% of Australians for no discernible benefit to the nation
The Conversation · Dec 17, 2024 A return to balanced budgets is a decade away, mid-year update says The federal budget is headed for a deficit of $26.9 billion this financial year – $1.3 billion better than the estimate in May – but in the following three years the budget is forecast to be deeper in the red than earlier forecast.
Evening Standard · Dec 17, 2024 Wages surge reduces chances of an interest rate cut this week The rate of unemployment remained unchanged at 4.3% in the three months to October.
AAP · Dec 16, 2024 Super concessions take biggest bite from the budget Cost-of-living relief measures are off the table in the mid-year budget update, as a tax expenditure list shows the type of deductions that cost the most.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 16, 2024 UK businesses cutting staff at fastest rate since 2021 after budget Companies responding to national insurance rise by reducing hiring, survey finds
AAP · Dec 15, 2024 Borrowing blowout tipped in mid-year budget update The federal government is expected to reveal a downgrade to its budget forecasts in its mid-year fiscal update as Australia's tax sugar-rush fades.
The Guardian - UK · Dec 1, 2024 UK business confidence at lowest level since pandemic after tax-raising budget Institute of Directors says hit to private sector will undermine growth and public finances
International Business Times · Nov 26, 2024 Saudi 2025 Budget Sees Lower Deficit On Spending Trims Saudi Arabia on Tuesday approved a budget for 2025 that projected a smaller deficit than last year despite continued heavy spending on reforms to transition the economy away from oil.
The Guardian - UK · Nov 20, 2024 ONS may have ‘lost’ a million workers from job figures since pandemic Resolution Foundation says figures are ‘overly pessimistic’ as people in work are less likely to answer survey