The Latest Breaking News from Economy

China's Economy Just Posted Its Slowest Growth Since 2022. Experts Say Beijing May Need a Stimulus Push

According to data released Wednesday by China's National Bureau of Statistics, gross domestic product expanded 4.3% between April and June compared with a year earlier.

International Business Times · Jul 15

SEC chairman suggests no-action pause could continue

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Ballotpedia · Jul 15

Optimism on the Economy Is at a Record: Confidence in AI Capex Is Not

One of the most bullish investor surveys on record arrived with its own warning attached.

Benzinga · Jul 15

China’s economy grows at 4.3%, one of its lowest rates on record

Worse-than-expected figures for three months to June come amid concerns over lopsided economy

The Guardian - UK · Jul 15

The EU wants smarter, tech-forward lawmaking. Experts say it's not enough

Brussels wants simpler rules and smarter tools. But with vague timelines, broad urgency loopholes and understaffed capitals, the overhaul may not deliver.

Euronews · Jul 15

Rise in energy and petrol prices due to Iran war holding back UK economy, OECD warns

The economic body has urged the Government to accelerate its pro-growth agenda and tackle regional divides

The Independent UK · Jul 15

Energy inflation and regional divides weighing on UK living standards – OECD

The OECD said it was important to keep up the momentum with policy reforms for the pro-growth agenda to be successful.

Evening Standard · Jul 15

China's economic growth hits slowest pace in more than three years

China's economy grew 4.3% year on year in the second quarter, its weakest pace since late 2022, as weak domestic demand and a prolonged property downturn outweighed strong exports, increasing pressure on Beijing to provide more economic support.

Euronews · Jul 15

Indian-origin LuLu Group chairman gets Kuwait's first 15-year Golden Residency permit

Kuwait launched its new 15-year Golden Residency program for investors. Yousuf Ali Moussally became the first recipient of this new residency. This initiative aims to boost the nation's investment environment and economy. Eligible applicants include investors and senior management with specific investment criteria. The program seeks to attract long-term foreign…

The Economic Times · Jul 15

Sudan's war economy fuelling 'self-perpetuating' conflict, UN human rights office says

OHCHR called on the parties to the war, and corporations involved in the value chain of Sudanese commodities, to ensure compliance with international law.

Euronews · Jul 15