The Latest Breaking News from Economy

Stocks Set to Open Higher as Investors Await U.S. Inflation Data, Yellen Comments Boost Sentiment

September S&P 500 futures (ESU23) are up +0.42%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU23) are up +0.55% this morning as remarks from Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen bolstered hopes that the U.S. economy is headed toward a soft landing, while investors looked ahead to the latest U.S. inflation reading due…

Barchart · Sep 11, 2023

Thailand’s Srettha pledges urgent action to tackle ‘sick economy’

New prime minister promises to hand out cash, reduce energy prices and boost tourism to stimulate sluggish economy.

Al Jazeera · Sep 11, 2023

Thailand's new prime minister tells Parliament his government will urgently tackle economic woes

Thailand’s new Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin has vowed to act quickly to relieve the country’s economic problems in his inaugural speech to Parliament

The Independent UK · Sep 11, 2023

Why these Canberrans think short-stay rentals are good for the economy

'We're actually increasing the supply of accommodation.'

The Canberra Times · Sep 9, 2023

Another Wave of Lower Prices for the British Pound – Want to Know When?

As global central banks have raised interest rates, the Bank of England (BoE) has increased in the past 14 meetings due to elevated inflation. Recently, the BoE governor spoke to the UK Parliament and stated that the central bank was approaching the conclusion of its interest rate hikes. The timing…

Barchart · Sep 9, 2023

G-20 Summit 2023 | New Delhi Declaration underlines need for more finance to arrest global warming

The G-20 Leader’s Declaration for the first time formally recognises the quantum jump in finance necessary for the world to transition to a renewable energy economy

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2023

Wegovy: the slimming drug that keeps Denmark’s economy growing

Novo Nordisk, the maker of the blockbuster obesity injection, has singlehandedly saved the country from recession

The Guardian - UK · Sep 9, 2023

A Couple Are Seeking A Full Refund After They Got Stuck Next To A ‘Farting’ Dog On Their Flight

A New Zealand couple is seeking full compensation from an airline, claiming that a “snorting” and “farting” dog in their aisle ruined their experience. Gill and Warren Press are gunning for a full refund from Singapore Airlines after their 13-hour flight — Paris to Singapore — was ruined by a…

Pedestrian.tv · Sep 9, 2023

Saudi Arabia, India, U.S. and EU launch economic corridor to increase trade

Saudi Arabia and India to hold important meetings during G20 summit. PM Modi and Saudi Crown Prince to co-chair First Leaders' Meeting of Strategic Partnership Council. Bilateral trade between India and Saudi reached $52.75 billion in 2022-23.

The Hindu · Sep 9, 2023

Of course Britain’s millennials have lost faith in work. Make it fairer and that might change

Wage stagnation and the gig economy have left a generation struggling to achieve life milestones. Here’s what could help, says culture writer James Greig

The Guardian - UK · Sep 8, 2023