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Germany to limit use of gas for electricity production

Germany’s economy minister says the country will limit the use of gas for electricity production amid concerns about possible shortages caused by a reduction in supplies from Russia

The Independent UK · Jun 19, 2022

Subtle diplomatic dance

Last week's visit to the kingdom by US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was seen as underscoring Washington's recognition of Thailand as a significant player in the region's security.

Bangkok Post · Jun 19, 2022

Who needs ethics advisers when your one aim is to keep your party in power?

If the government has its way, there will be no independent checks on its activities

The Guardian - UK · Jun 18, 2022

Firms cheer easing of tourism rules

After more than two years of severe hardships brought about by Covid-19 outbreaks, tourism-related businesses are seeing a glimpse of hope after the government agreed on Friday to abandon the pre-registration process for foreign visitors and the requirement for face masks to be worn in public.

Bangkok Post · Jun 17, 2022

Each state must define a target to make India $5 trillion economy: PM Modi

NEW DELHI: Each state must recognise its strength and define a target as this is crucial for India to become a $5 trillion economy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said on Friday.

The Times of India · Jun 17, 2022

2 Big Problems That Could Further Impact the Stock Market

In last week's commentary, we noted that the S&P 500 (SPY) had been range-bound, but that "it may be prudent to pare back on risk and exposure" due to signs of weakness like rising credit spreads and a weakening growth outlook. However, I didn't anticipate the speed and intensity of…

StockNews.com · Jun 17, 2022

The Fed is still struggling to get its story straight

Much as I sympathize with the Federal Reserve as it grapples with an economy in extremely trying circumstances, I believe it could be doing better in one crucial respect: helping financial markets to align their expectations with its thinking.

Tribune News Service · Jun 17, 2022

NRG chairman Jake Berry calls for radical changes to levelling-up agenda

Ex-minister warns the Northern Research Group of Conservative MPs that red-wall voters did not give ‘an unconditional vote’.

The Independent UK · Jun 17, 2022

Fixing Our Economic Woes Is as Easy as Looking to the Past

The economy is spinning, but we’ve proven there are viable ways to slow it down to more bearable levels.

Reason · Jun 17, 2022

Fight against inflation raises spectre of global recession

Analysis: Interest rate cuts show central banks willing to plunge economies into recession to halt price rises

The Guardian - UK · Jun 17, 2022