How Jerome Powell navigated pandemic, inflation and Trump The outgoing Federal Reserve chair guided the U.S. economy through extreme tumult. Axios · May 15
Wealth of Britain’s 157 billionaires now equal to 22% of country’s GDP This ‘ghost GDP’ shows how headline economic growth is increasingly disconnected from reality for most, says report The Guardian - UK · May 15
Nifty to hit 42,000 by 2028? New paper that studied market cycles says it's possible if these factors align A CNI InfoXchange study projects the Nifty could surpass 42,000 by 2028 if sustained foreign investor inflows return. The report highlights stronger domestic liquidity, resilient equity markets, robust GDP growth prospects, rising retail participation, and India’s increasing weight in global emerging market indices. The Economic Times · May 15
India’s cities need Rs 80 lakh crore investment to support urban growth: Report India requires Rs 80 lakh crore for urban infrastructure by 2037. Cities will contribute significantly to the nation's GDP. A new Rs 1 lakh crore fund will encourage market-based funding for urban projects. Local bodies must raise funds through bonds or loans. This will improve financial discipline and city creditworthiness.… The Economic Times · May 15
Rachel Reeves is right – a leadership election will only damage Britain’s recovery THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: With new GDP figures showing unexpected growth, Labour’s restless frontbenchers should heed the chancellor’s warning that this is no time to put the economy at risk for the sake of political ambition The Independent UK · May 14
British army to be equipped with remote-controlled guns in £1bn deal The guns will be manufactured on British soil in Telford and Stockport The Independent UK · May 14
Stocks Rise Before the Open as Tech Rally Rolls On, U.S. Retail Sales Data and Trump-Xi Summit in Focus June S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESM26) are up +0.31%, and June Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQM26) are up +0.30% this morning, pointing to further gains after a tech-led rally in the previous session, while investors monitor developments from the U.S.-China talks and await a fresh batch of U.S. economic data,… Barchart · May 14
UK economy records strongest quarterly growth in a year as GDP increases by 0.6% IN FULL The Independent UK · May 14
Rachel Reeves pleads with Labour MPs not to topple Keir Starmer after surprise 0.6% jump in GDP The rise in economic growth was stronger than expected by the City but markets have been hit by the turmoil at the heart of Government Evening Standard · May 14
Boost for Reeves as GDP shows 0.6% growth despite Iran war crisis As Starmer’s leadership crisis continues the pound has dropped and investors have been selling government bonds The Independent UK · May 14
Reeves seizes on surprise UK growth as evidence Labour leadership must stay Chancellor says ‘now not the time to put economic stability at risk’ as ONS records 0.3% growth in first month of Iran war The Guardian - UK · May 14
Reeves warns against risking economic stability with leadership battle, after UK growth beats forecasts in March – as it happened Chancellor warns against plunging the country ‘into chaos’ with leadership battle, after economy grows at fastest pace in a year in Q1 2026 The Guardian - UK · May 14
AI could add over $500 billion to India's economy by 2030: Study Artificial Intelligence promises to boost India's economy by over $500 billion by 2030. Indian business leaders are optimistic about AI's role in GDP growth. However, many companies are still in the pilot phase of AI adoption. Key challenges include cloud infrastructure, data quality, and a growing skills gap. India aims… The Economic Times · May 13
Which European economies are growing the fastest in 2026? The eurozone has slowed sharply, expanding just 0.8% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026. Yet three economies are growing several times faster than the bloc as a whole. Euronews · May 13
Euronews · May 13 Trump in Beijing: How do the US and China compare as economic superpowers? US President Donald Trump's visit to China this week comes as the rivalry between the world's two largest economies is increasingly shaped by economic competition, technological leadership and global influence.
The Conversation · May 12 How the U.S.‑Israel war against Iran is exposing the limits of the petrodollar system For the first time since the Second World War, excluding the COVID-19 pandemic, public debt in the United States has surpassed the entire economy’s GDP. As of late March, debt held by the public reached US$31.27 trillion, just ahead of the GDP of US$31.22 trillion.
International Business Times UK · May 12 Trump Takes Billionaire Powerhouse to China — Delegation's Combined Wealth Exceeds GDP of Most Nations Trump heads to Beijing with 16 CEOs including Elon Musk and Tim Cook. Their £639bn ($868bn) combined fortune surpasses Sweden's entire GDP
The Economic Times · May 12 India revises GDP release calendar, annual and Q4 figures now due on June 7 India's National Statistics Office has revised the annual GDP data release schedule, moving it from the last working day of May to June 7 annually. This change, effective from FY26 data, aims to enhance the quality and robustness of national accounts. The first revised release will be on June 5,…
The Economic Times · May 12 Moody's slashes 2026 India growth forecast to 6% Moody’s Ratings has cut India’s GDP growth forecast for 2026 by 0.8 percentage points to 6 per cent, citing weak private consumption, slower capital formation and industrial activity, along with higher energy costs. It also lowered the 2027 growth outlook to 6 per cent from earlier estimates, pointing to lingering…
Fortune · May 11 Forget U.S. debt, China’s total borrowing is in 'a league of its own'—much worse and deteriorating faster, analyst says China’s total debt across the public and private sectors is now 300% of GDP.
The Conversation · May 11 Pensions for Botswana’s elderly are growing, but care services are lacking – study tracks 20 years Botswana’s economy is projected to contract by 0.4% in 2026, driven largely by a slowdown in the diamond sector. Diamonds account for a third of fiscal revenues and a quarter of GDP. This means the government has less money to spend, even before making any policy choices.
The Economic Times · May 10 Crude oil prices likely to stay higher for longer: ADB Chief Economist Crude oil prices are set to remain high due to the Middle East crisis. This will affect India's economy, lowering GDP growth in FY27. Inflation is also expected to rise significantly. Weather disruptions and fertilizer costs could further impact food prices. India's reliance on imported oil makes it particularly vulnerable…
International Business Times · May 9 'Trust Doesn't Collapse Overnight': Experts Warn US Debt Is Now Accelerating America's Rivalry With China The US is projected to borrow over $2 trillion in a fiscal year, raising concerns among economists about fiscal sustainability and geopolitical implications, with interest payments rivaling major federal expenditures.
The Economic Times · May 8 AI boom masks rising global energy risks, warns David Roche Market veterans warn investors may be underestimating the long-term economic fallout from the Middle East energy crisis. While AI spending and US economic resilience fuel optimism, falling oil reserves and tightening supplies could lead to shortages and a significant global GDP contraction. Rising shipping costs and insurance premiums further exacerbate…
Barchart · May 7 If You Want to Know How Much Inflation Has Really Hurt U.S. Consumers, Skip the CPI and Study Big Mac Burger Prices This analysis explores the gap between official core CPI and real-world costs using the Big Mac as a constant. Hedonic adjustments create a statistical illusion of growth while masking a long-term decline in purchasing power.