UK’s first 4-day workweek trial launches with 1,000 workers to test productivity and work-life balance
The UK’s first government-backed trial of a four-day workweek has launched, engaging 1,000 workers across 17 companies in a bid…
Is US consumer spending fueling inflation or keeping it in check?
The average US consumer is still spending like never before. Recent data shows American spending remains robust, even as inflation…
Why did Brazil’s finance minister cancel his Europe trip? Here’s what we know
Brazil’s Finance Minister, Fernando Haddad, is making headlines after canceling his planned trip to Europe in response to mounting economic…
OPEC chief remains bullish on oil demand, claims market is too pessimistic
The head of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries and allies downplayed forecasts of lower crude demand in the…
Mexico’s gross fixed investment drops 1.9% in August, with construction sector hit hardest
In August 2024, Mexico experienced a notable decline in gross fixed investment, indicating a potential stall in its economic recovery.…
Dow Jones, S&P 500 slip ahead of US elections; NVIDIA, Viking Therapeutics rise while Talen Energy declines
US stocks slumped on Monday as investors eagerly waited for the outcome of the US Presidential election on Tuesday. At…
Asia FX firms as dollar pares recent gains ahead of elections, Fed meeting
Investing.com– Most Asian currencies firmed on Monday as the dollar fell sharply from recent highs after soft labor data, with…
Dollar skids ahead of US election, likely Fed rate cut
By Wayne Cole SYDNEY (Reuters) -The dollar slid in Asia on Monday as investors braced for a potential pivot this…
Dollar retreats ahead of election; Fed, BOE also in spotlight
Investing.com – The U.S. dollar retreated Monday amid political uncertainty ahead of Tuesday’s presidential election and with the Federal Reserve…
Fed seen cutting rates by 25 basis points – WSJ’s Timiraos
Investing.com – The Federal Reserve is expected to cut interest rates by 25 basis points at its next policy meeting, according…