The Latest Breaking News from Economy

Iraq Proposes Clean Energy Investments to BP, Total

Iraq’s Oil Minister Ihsan Abdul Jabbar held talks in London and Paris with the chief executive officers of the British Petroleum company and France’s Total and officials from the French ministries of economy and energy. He proposed new plans to invest in the oil, gas and clean energy sectors, a…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 29, 2022

Anaemic growth expected for March quarter

Wednesday's national accounts are expected to show the economy grew by 0.5 per cent for the March quarter when COVID-19 disruptions and floods slowed momentum.

AAP · May 29, 2022

Tough budget challenges ahead: Gallagher

Finance Minister Katy Gallagher says there are serious challenges ahead for both the budget and the economy.

AAP · May 29, 2022

Gujarat to get services commissionerate

GANDHINAGAR: To boost the state's economy by strengthening the services sector, the Gujarat government has finalized plans to set up a new services sector commissionerate like the existing industries and MSME commissionerates.

The Times of India · May 27, 2022

Higher living costs slow local economy

Thailand's economic activity showed signs of slowing in the second quarter as a result of the higher cost of living, says World Bank Thailand.

Bangkok Post · May 27, 2022

Mapping the global economy in the second half

Entering the second half of the year, financial market risks are becoming more apparent. Investors believe the risk of recession is increasing, resulting in volatile financial markets. We believe there are five major risks associated with five economic areas, as follows:

Bangkok Post · May 27, 2022

Scotland facing 'tough decisions' as finance gap highlights lack of powers

The Institute of Fiscal Studies (IFS) said that a "substantial" gap in the Scottish government's finances are likely

The National (Scotland) · May 27, 2022

New cheap flights to New York are launching from the UK with returns from £255

Cheap flights between New York and London are launching in summer 2022 with return flights from £255 in Economy - there are Premium options too

Daily Mirror · May 27, 2022

Music and light festivals to revitalise Liverpool visitor economy

Budget of more than £1m set aside for two major events

Liverpool Echo · May 27, 2022

The Standard View: Rishi Sunak’s mini-budget shows the need for a stronger economy – and safety net

If the Spring Statement could be characterised as an under-reaction to the cost of living crisis, it would be hard to accuse the Chancellor of making the same mistake twice. Rishi Sunak’s £21 billion package, paid for in part by a windfall tax on oil and gas giants, will help…

Evening Standard · May 27, 2022