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Green Economy's 3 Key Insights: Leading Industries, Energy Insecurity & Electricity Demand
The green economy surpasses US$10 trillion amid energy supply disruptions. Growth continues in H1 2026 as we see global sustainable investment equity indices predominantly outperforming the market. Global green bond issuance reached a record US$605…
Current immigration policy is hurting the workforce and economy
Last week's jobs report from the Department of Labor created shock waves in the U.S. Instead of showing 80,000 new jobs, as economists expected, payrolls in the U.S. declined by 23,000 in July. And payroll growth for May and June were revised…
As North Korea's Economy Grows, Kim Jong Un Is Stronger Than Ever
One of the biggest beneficiaries of Russia's war with Ukraine is undoubtedly North Korea, or North Korean leader Kim Jong Un more specifically. Since Russia invaded Ukraine four years ago, North Korea's foreign revenues have soared, earning $22…
South Korea's moon landing, quantum chips: Seoul bets big on post-AI economy
South Korea is banking on moonshots in a post-AI economy to stem sluggish growth potential amid an ageing population and deepening reliance on its semiconductor exports. From quantum chips and fusion power to a lunar landing, Seoul this week…
Korean economic recovery strengthens on strong exports, consumption
Korea's economic recovery trend is strengthening, driven by robust exports and improving domestic consumption, the finance ministry said Friday. Amid lingering uncertainty stemming from the conflict in the Middle East, burdens on people's…
CNBC Daily Open: Washington tightens squeeze on the Iranian economy
Bessent pledged 'never been seen' measures against Iran, as Hegseth says the blockade can run 'indefinitely.' Iran will soon join the BRICS New Development Bank, its central bank chief said. The S&P 500 closed at a record high, heading for a third…
Prabowo touts Indonesia's economic growth and investment gains in State of the Nation address
President Prabowo Subianto on Friday touted Indonesia's strongest first-half economic growth in more than a decade, saying the country could achieve 6% growth by the end of this year despite global uncertainty, while stressing that economic…
Zambians cast ballots in a presidential election that tests incumbent's economic reforms
Voters bundled in thick jackets had queued in long lines before dawn outside polling stations across Lusaka, some huddling around makeshift fires as election officials prepared for voting. European Union observers monitored voting at one polling…
Swiss economy grows surprisingly fast in Q2
In the second quarter, Switzerland's gross domestic product (GDP) grew by 1.5% in real terms on a seasonally adjusted basis compared with the previous quarter, according to the preliminary estimate by the State Secretariat for Economic Affairs…
US says it can keep naval blockade on Iran 'indefinitely,' vows more economic pressure
The United States on Thursday said that it could maintain a naval blockade of Iran indefinitely and would ratchet up economic pressure on Tehran as ceasefire talks have floundered, global oil supply is dropping and regional tensions are rising.
UK economy shows surprising resilience - but that might not last | Richard Partington
In the spring the International Monetary Fund warned Britain faced the heaviest economic blow from the Iran war among the world's most advanced nations. Almost six months into the conflict, on the surface, the UK appears to be proving the…
How Technology Can Help Convenience Stores Weather A Turbulent Economy
Michael Scheibner is CEO and Chairman of the Board at GK Software, a Fujitsu company and global leader in retail technology. Convenience stores are the “small but mighty” format of retail. More consumers visit a convenience store each…
Swiss Economy Grows at Fastest Rate Since 2021
The Swiss economy accelerated in the three months through June, reflecting its relative insulation from the energy-price shock and the uncertainty caused by shifting U.S. tariffs. Switzerland 's gross domestic product surged 1.5%…
How Zhu Rongji's economic legacy endures in China after former premier's death
Turn-of-the-century images of Zhu Rongji alongside former US president Bill Clinton have largely accompanied coverage following the former Chinese premier's death on Wednesday. The moment in April 1999 was more than a diplomatic milestone. It…
Oil moves higher as U.S. threatens 'economic isolation' of Iran
Oil prices rose early Friday after the U.S. said its naval blockade of Iranian ports could continue 'indefinitely', reigniting concerns over energy flows through the critical Strait of Hormuz. Brent futures, the international oil price benchmark…
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