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The economic toll of Israel's wars
Israel's election results make weeks of political negotiation all but certain. What is equally clear is that whatever government eventually takes office will need to begin reckoning with the mounting costs of Israel's ongoing wars. Although Israel…
Industrials Flat as Traders Hedge on Economic Views - Industrials Roundup
Shares of industrial and transportation companies were more or less flat as traders hedged their bets on the outlook for the AI-driven U.S. economy. Federal Reserve governor Christopher Waller raised the specter of a 50-basis-point rate hike at the…
German Economy on the Mend Though Reforms Needed, Nagel Says
Germany 's economy is rebounding faster than expected a few months ago, but the government must press ahead with structural reforms to secure long-term growth, Bundesbank President Joachim Nagel said. “we are seeing encouraging signs of…
Ask the Remodeler: In today's economy, should you hold off on costly home repairs?
Add Boston.com on Google (opens in a new tab) Add Boston.com as your preferred source on Google to see more of our stories. With the midterms behind us, I think we can all agree that a message was sent to Washington that the cost of just about…
Britain's economy faces a 'heart attack', Burnham's former adviser warns
Andy Burnham 's handling of the British economy is so “reckless” he would be struck off for negligence if he was a medical doctor, according to one of his former aides. Former Bank of England chief economist Andy Haldane claims the…
How El Niño Could Impact US, Global Economy
El Niño will have “substantial and long-lasting” economic impact and could cost the global economy an estimated $11 trillion, a new report suggests. The findings come after an analysis by the Federal Reserve Bank of San…
Speech by Vice Chair for Supervision Bowman on the U.S. economy and considerations for monetary policy
Good afternoon. It is a pleasure to join you today at the Council on Foreign Relations to discuss my outlook for the U.S. economy. Economic growth has gained momentum this year, driven by robust investment demand and solid consumer spending, and…
As higher prices seep into broader economy, Fed officials consider faster hikes
More evidence this week of hot inflation in the U.S. was unpleasant news for the Federal Reserve, not to mention consumers: Rising prices may be spreading beyond the one-time shocks from tariffs and high gas prices into the wider economy, meaning…
Rubio says no need for major combat operations against Iran given US economic campaign
Secretary of State Marco Rubio said on Tuesday that he told G7 allies the US economic sanctions and naval blockade are working so well that President Donald Trump does not need to conduct major combat operations against Iran. SCROLL TO CONTINUE…
Memory Chips Are Completely Distorting South Korea's Economy
In South Korea, the term byeorak-geoji means “sudden beggar.” In 2026, it has gained widespread popularity again. But its meaning is figurative. Rather than denoting sudden bankruptcy or losing one's life savings in the stock market…
How a 'sleepy institution' became the West's frontline economic weapon
John Jovanovic is a high-profile Republican appointee of US President Donald Trump who attracted plenty of congressional scrutiny before being confirmed just over a year ago. But unlike the political furore over the unpopular Secretary of Defence…
The Economic Impact of Israel's Election
Israel has been in political gridlock ever since its elections on Oct. 27, with neither bloc of parties having achieved the clear 61-seat threshold for a majority in parliament. But it's become evident that financial markets had been hoping for a…
Democrats made three big economic promises. They'll need to break one.
The Democratic Party just won its largest congressional majorities in more than a decade. In the House specifically, if current vote tallies hold, it will boast more seats next year than at any time since 1992. Now what do they do with that power?
Oil Prices: A Boost for Nigeria's Economy or Setback for Energy Transition?
LAGOS, Nigeria — It was a sultry afternoon at a carpark in Lagos, southwestern Nigeria. The morning rain had left parts of the carpark waterlogged, forcing bus drivers to perch on the few dry patches they could find. With rising gasoline…
Why China's $1 trillion trade surplus isn't all good news for its economy
China's $1.04 trillion trade surplus in the first 10 months of the year is a testament to its mighty export engine. It is also a sign of structural weaknesses that, left unchecked, threaten to derail China's bid to join the ranks of the wealthiest…
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