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In March 2025, the Eurozone saw a decline in annual inflation, with levels falling to 2.2% from the previous month’s 2.3%, Eurostat’s advance data revealed. This is the second straight month of decelerating inflation, which brings the rate closer to the European Central Bank’s (ECB) 2% target. Breakdown of Inflation Components Several factors were responsible…
Germany, the biggest economy in Europe, is showing signs of renewal that can have a positive impact on the global economic landscape. Recent events, such as policy reforms and a recovery in manufacturing, indicate a possible turnaround for the country commonly seen as Europe’s economic engine. Manufacturing Sector Indicates Signs of Recovery In March, Germany’s…
In a show of strength, US stock markets erased earlier declines to finish higher on Monday, with investors preparing for President Donald Trump’s upcoming announcement of new tariffs, due on April 2. This move has been unofficially referred to as “Liberation Day” by market players. Market Performance The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 1%,…
The United States economy is experiencing the symptoms of stagflation—slow growth and inflation—according to recent economic reports. A poll of 14 economists by CNBC forecast only 0.3% growth for the first quarter of 2025, a steep fall from the 2.3% growth seen in the previous quarter. This is the weakest performance since 2022, when the…
World financial markets are holding their breaths as American stock futures fall ahead of new tariffs to be imposed this week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average futures fell about 180 points (0.4%) Sunday night, as S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 futures fell about 0.7% and 1.2%, respectively. President Donald Trump declared that the 25% tariff on…
President Donald Trump has proclaimed April 2 as “Liberation Day,” marking the beginning of a sweeping tariff policy to mitigate the United States’ dependence on foreign products and counterbalance trade deficits. The program brings on board “reciprocal” tariffs that will counter the import duties levied by foreign nations on U.S. products. The most affected sectors…
Following the U.S. government’s recent implementation of a 25% tariff on foreign automobiles, Ferrari is planning to raise prices on certain models it sells in the United States by as much as 10%. This price hike will help to partly mitigate the economic effect of the new tariffs on the luxury carmaker. The price hike…
President Donald Trump’s recent application of a 25% duty on foreign vehicles, light trucks, and automobile parts is about to have a huge effect on the U.S. automotive sector, resulting in increased car prices and fewer options for consumers. Impact on Vehicle Prices Industry analysts predict that these tariffs will result in price increases ranging…
In an effort to expand its presence in the United States, Hyundai Motor Company has unveiled plans to invest $21 billion between 2025 and 2028. The key investment is aimed at deepening Hyundai’s production strength, enhancing car manufacturing, and stimulating innovation in new technology in the U.S. Boost in U.S. Production Capacity Most of this…
Previous U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has joined the global advisory board of Pacific Investment Management Co. (PIMCO), a leading fixed-income investment manager. The move is intended to tap Yellen’s rich experience in economic policy and financial markets for direction on PIMCO’s investment strategies as global economic conditions change. Yellen’s illustrious career spans her service…
