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AI Spending Boom Just Made US Economy Look Weaker Than It Really Is

The U.S. economy looked surprisingly soft on paper in the second quarter. Yet beneath the headline, it may have delivered one of the strongest signals yet that the artificial intelligence investment boom is accelerating.

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Stocks Rebound as Microsoft Earnings Ease AI Spending Concerns

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +1.12%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.64%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +2.69%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are up +1.09%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

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Europe’s fastest-growing economies in Q2 2026: Who led and who lagged?

Eurozone GDP delivered a better-than-expected performance in the second quarter of 2026. But beneath the headline, Europe’s growth story looks increasingly uneven across member states.

Euronews

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Asean's hidden human crisis

Southeast Asia is often celebrated as a region on the rise: expanding middle classes, booming digital economies, and deepening regional integration. In 2024, the region's 11 economies reached a combined GDP of nearly US$4 trillion (133.9 trillion baht), with growth projected to climb further in 2025. Foreign investment surged even…

Bangkok Post

Trident renewal central to defence spending, says Andy Burnham

Prime minister to highlight investment in communities as he launches next phase of nuclear submarine replacement

The Guardian - UK

Banking on gear shift for pickup: After cleaning up bad loans, banks now need a new reform push

India's banking sector requires reforms for sustained growth and improved credit access. Banks must grow significantly to meet microenterprise and retail credit demands. Regulatory recalibrations and revised lending frameworks are essential for this expansion. Wider adoption of digital tools will help close the MSME credit gap. These actions will boost…

The Economic Times

US trade deficit narrows, exports hit five-month low ahead of key GDP print

The US goods trade deficit narrowed in June as imports declined more sharply. Imports fell across most major categories, reflecting scaled-back business stockpiling efforts. Exports also weakened during the month, though automotive and consumer goods shipments increased. Economists anticipate trade will remain a drag on second-quarter economic growth. Inventories remained…

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How the rain gods impact the Indian economy

IDFC FIRST Bank Chief Economist Gaura Sengupta analyzes how El Nino and monsoon performance shape India's economic growth and inflation. While expanding irrigation and a growing allied sector have reduced agriculture's direct sensitivity to rainfall deficits, volatile weather and global pressures could still weigh on rural demand and push inflation…

The Economic Times

Weak investments, higher oil prices to slow India's GDP growth to 6.6% in FY27: Poll

India's economic growth is projected to slow significantly this fiscal year. Private investment remains weak, and higher oil prices will impact domestic demand. Economists suggest official figures may overstate the economy's true underlying strength. Companies hesitate to expand capacity due to demand uncertainty and global factors. The Reserve Bank of…

The Economic Times

Fed Decision, Tech Earnings and Other Can't Miss Items this Week

Markets face the week's most consequential moment Wednesday at 2:00pm when the Federal Reserve announces its rate decision and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh holds his first post-decision press conference, setting policy direction.

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Russian central bank cuts GDP growth forecast to zero, expects faster inflation

Russia's central bank has cut its 2026 GDP forecast to 0.0-1.0% and expects faster inflation as the fuel crisis drives up prices for many goods and services, its head Elvira Nabiullina said.

Euronews

Who is funding America's widening debt with the rest of the world?

Foreign capital is flowing into Wall Street due to the AI revolution. This influx is increasing scrutiny on America's persistent external deficit. Overseas investors are now the primary source for financing the US current account deficit. This shift from official to private capital makes the US foreign liabilities more concerning.…

The Economic Times

Global Market: South Korea's Q2 GDP beats estimates on chip exports; semiconductor stocks in focus

South Korea's GDP expanded 0.6% in the second quarter. Robust semiconductor exports offset weakness in construction investment, reinforcing optimism for the technology sector. The Bank of Korea expects annual growth around three percent this year. Further interest rate hikes are anticipated due to elevated inflation and growth. This data supports…

The Economic Times

Why we face economic contraction

I have a monumental task: convincing readers that Thailand's economy is performing poorly and is likely to contract this year.

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Temasek's India exposure falls to USD 42 bln in FY26; company says India important market

Temasek's India exposure fell to USD 42 billion in FY26 from USD 50 billion. This decline was mainly due to a large exit from Schneider Electric. Executives stressed India remains an important and optimistic destination for the firm. The company is overweight on India, with allocations higher than its GDP…

The Economic Times

India's debt-to-GDP ratio moderates to 58.2% in FY26: RS

India's debt-to-GDP ratio moderated to 58.2 percent in FY26, showing improved fiscal health. The government's interest payments have declined significantly since the Covid-19 pandemic. Effective capital expenditure for FY27 exceeds fresh debt receipts, indicating asset creation focus. Central government capital expenditure between FY21 and FY26 reached Rs 44.03 lakh crore.…

The Economic Times

Oil prices, weak monsoon pose biggest risks to India's FY27 GDP growth, says IMF

India's economic growth faces significant risks from a widening Middle East conflict. Rising oil prices and a potentially weak monsoon pose challenges for the nation. The International Monetary Fund has slightly adjusted its growth forecasts for upcoming years. The Fund will also reassess India's national accounts quality later this year.…

Fortune

Japan’s monetary conundrum — why the yen hit a 40-year low as interest rates hit a 31-year high

Japan hiked rates to chase inflation—but its real problem is money that never showed up.

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BBBump it up, boys! The great Indian economic rating puzzle

India's fiscal discipline has improved significantly, supported by strong economic growth. Government deficit has narrowed while growth continues to outpace most major economies. India's debt structure is predominantly domestic, reducing external financing risks. These factors suggest a strong payment capacity, aligning with higher rating categories. A reassessment of India's sovereign…

Benzinga

US Debt Surpasses 100% of GDP, AI's Impact on Wealth Inequality and More: This Week in Economy

As the week wraps up, let’s take a look at the top stories that made headlines. From the U.S. debt surpassing 100% of GDP to the warning issued by a top European venture capitalist, here’s a quick round-up of the week’s key events.

The Guardian - UK

Restoring Britain’s health to 2014 levels could add 2% to GDP, thinktank says

Health Foundation paper argues health is an economic asset and improving it could generate £72bn for public finances

The Economic Times

Deloitte projects 6.5-6.8% GDP expansion in FY27, growth to strengthen in second half

Deloitte India on Sunday projected India's economy to grow between 6.5% and 6.8% in the current financial year, with momentum expected to pick up in the second half of FY27. The firm said growth would be supported by stronger festive demand, monetary easing and a gradual stabilisation in global economic…

The Independent UK

Burnham plots Ed Miliband Foreign Office shake-up as he readies policy blitz for first day as PM

Exclusive: Ed Miliband now widely expected to get the foreign secretary job as Labour sources tell The Independent that Team Burnham has been discussing major reform of the FCDO and a ‘roadmap’ back to spending 0.7 per cent of GDP on overseas aid

Kiplinger

What the 2032 Social Security Shortfall Will Cost Retirees in Every State

Reducing Social Security benefits doesn't just impact retirees — it hits state economies, creating a double-whammy effect of smaller checks and lower GDPs.

The Economic Times

West Asia crisis, uncertain monsoon major risks for growth: RBI Governor Sanjay Malhotra

Reserve Bank Governor Sanjay Malhotra noted West Asia crisis and weak monsoon pose growth risks. India's economy grew over seven percent recently, supported by strong fundamentals. The central bank projects 6.6 percent GDP growth for the current financial year. Inflation forecasts are raised to 5.1 percent, driven by supply-side factors.…

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