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FTSE 100 falls after plunging consumer confidence report

Polling by the British Retail Consortium found expectations for the economy worsened for the fifth consecutive month in February.

Evening Standard

Walmart stock tumbles on lower 2025 guidance given 'uncertain times' in the economy: 'We don't want to get out over our skis here'

Walmart’s stock has been on a tear over the last year.

Fortune

Netflix Says To Spend $1 Billion Producing Content In Mexico

Netflix said Thursday that it would spend $1 billion over four years producing films and series in Mexico, in a boost to the government's efforts to attract investment in the face of US tariff threats.

International Business Times

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Stocks Slip Before the Open With Focus on U.S. Economic Data and Fed Speak, Walmart Earnings on Tap

March S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESH25) are down -0.15%, and March Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQH25) are down -0.17% this morning as investors assess tariff and geopolitical risks, while also awaiting a raft of U.S. economic data, remarks from Federal Reserve officials, and an earnings report from retail giant Walmart.

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Why the US return to tariffs and protectionism ‘reeks of hypocrisy’ – podcast

When Donald Trump imposed sweeping tariffs during his first term as US president, it sparked a trade war with China. As the Trump administration ratchets up its threat to tax imports from its allies and economic rivals alike, the world is bracing for another wave of costly economic disruption.

The Conversation

Gold hits record high amid geopolitical worries; Amazon takes creative control of James Bond – as it happened

Spot price of gold is approaching $3,000/ounce while Amazon has acquired creative control of the spy franchise from the Broccoli dynasty.

The Guardian - UK

Eyeing China And US, EU Hopes Clean Tech Boost Will Spark Growth

How do you solve Europe's lagging economic growth and reverse its industrial decline?

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Conservative Merz Leads Germany's Turbulent Election Race

When Germans vote on Sunday, conservative Friedrich Merz is the strong favourite to become the next chancellor after a bitterly fought campaign roiled by the rise of the AfD, a far-right party vocally backed by Team Trump.

International Business Times

Germany's Merz Vows Tough Migrant Policy To Stall AfD's Rise

Germany's conservative election frontrunner Friedrich Merz on Wednesday called on voters to give him a strong mandate to restrict immigration and rebuild the economy to ward off the rise of the far-right AfD. In a final head-to-head TV debate with centre-left Chancellor Olaf Scholz before Sunday's general election, Merz warned…

International Business Times

Dollar Sees Support from New Tariff Threat and FOMC Pause

The dollar index (DXY00 ) on Wednesday rose by +0.13%, adding to Tuesday’s gain of +0.45%. The dollar saw support from a fresh US tariff threat and from the hawkish FOMC minutes. However, the dollar was undercut by the -2 bp decline in the 10-year T-note yield. The minutes from...

Barchart

Will Trump’s tariffs boost the US economy? Don’t count on it

It’s hard to keep up with all the tariff announcements coming out of Washington. On February 1, the US president, Donald Trump, announced the introduction of 25% tariffs on most imported goods from Canada and Mexico, and an additional 10% levy on goods from China. The tariffs against Canada and…

The Conversation

The RBA is cutting interest rates and unemployment is at historic lows. This is not supposed to be happening

There is a long path back to recovering our lost living standards, but now we can have some hope that the worst is behind us

The Guardian - AU

Climate change is threatening Lake Ontario — lessons from the Little Ice Age show us why we need to adapt

Humans have always had a close connection with Lake Ontario. For centuries, this Great Lake has been a backbone of the region’s economy — relied upon for trade, food and industry. But a warming climate could dramatically change this relationship.

The Conversation

SNP slams Government on inflation: 'Labour caused this mess with its bungled budget'

THE PRIME Minister needs to ‘get a grip’ on the economy Stephen Flynn has urged.

The National (Scotland)

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US Becomes Germany's Top Trading Partner In 2024

In 2024, the U.S. overtakes China as Germany's top trading partner, impacting Germany's economy and trade dynamics.

The Conversation

Ecowas breakup could push up food prices and worsen hunger in west Africa

The Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) lost three of its founding members on 29 January 2025. Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger comprised 16% of the bloc’s population of 424 million and 7% of its economy.

The Times of India

Champions Trophy 2025: Major records that could be shattered in this edition

NEW DELHI: The Champions Trophy 2025 promises high-intensity cricket, with several records on the brink of being broken. Batters could set new benchmarks for most runs, fastest centuries, and highest partnerships. Bowlers might achieve records for most wickets, and best economy rates.

The Guardian - UK

Why is Spain’s economy booming? Thanks to migration – which proves xenophobia doesn’t pay

With Spanish GDP growth leading Europe last year, diversity is making us richer – not only financially but culturally, too, says journalist María Ramírez

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Dynamite News

Trump criticises USD 21 million funding for voter turnout in India

Days after the US Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cancelled USD 21 million fund marked for 'Voter Turnout in India', US President Donald Trump has said that India, with its growing economy and high taxation rates, did not need such financial aid. Read further on Dynamite News:

The Independent UK

Malaysia is betting on data centers to boost its economy. But experts warn they come at a price.

Johor in Malaysia is being transformed by the construction of giant data centers

The Guardian - UK

Clean energy contributed 10% to China’s GDP in 2024, analysis shows

Study found electric vehicles and batteries added largest amount to country’s clean-energy economy

The Conversation

Population panic: how demography is used for political gain

Population is far from the seemingly innocuous and bland topic of “people”. We’re not just talking people. We’re talking the very foundation of society, culture, and economy … and it’s deeply fraught. It’s also an effective political point scorer.

The Guardian - US

Trump threatens 25% tariffs on foreign cars and semiconductor chips

White House has raised threat of levies as a means to bolster US economy, ignoring warnings trade wars could derail it

The Conversation

Economic ‘green shoots’ and lower interest rates disguise worrying trends in NZ’s job market

Despite Prime Minister Christopher Luxon’s reassurance that “some green shoots” are starting to show in the economy, including a 50 point cut in the official cash rate expected to be announced later today, the outlook for 2025 remains uncertain for many – and grim for some.

The Conversation

Trump’s quiet change to US position on Taiwan is all about the economy

The US state department has removed a highly symbolic phrase from its routine update on Taiwan. Its previous briefings said: “We do not support Taiwan independence.” This disappeared on February 13 2025.

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