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Bangladesh seeks stronger economic ties with China and Malaysia

Bangladesh's Prime Minister Tarique Rahman is set to undertake his first official overseas visit since assuming office, marking an important step in the country's efforts to strengthen economic partnerships and expand employment opportunities for its citizens. The six-day diplomatic mission......

Conflict with Iran leaves economic and strategic costs for the United States

The recent conflict involving the United States and Iran has highlighted the significant economic, military, and humanitarian costs that modern geopolitical confrontations can impose on nations and global markets alike. Beyond the immediate security concerns, the crisis generated far-reaching consequences......

Heatwaves are slowing growth, warns Bank of France governor

Heatwaves are increasingly becoming a drag on economic performance, according to the governor of the Bank of France, Emmanuel Moulin, who warned that rising temperatures linked to climate change are having a measurable impact on growth and financial stability. Speaking on French radio, Moulin noted......

Banks allowed again to charge inheritance fees on accounts of deceased minors after constitutional ruling

Banks in France will once again be allowed to charge inheritance-related fees on the accounts of deceased minors after the Constitutional Council struck down part of a 2025 law that had sought to ban such charges in specific cases. In its ruling published in the official journal, the Constitutional......

Japan plans $2.3 trillion investment drive to strengthen future industries

Japan is preparing an ambitious long-term investment strategy aimed at reinforcing its economic competitiveness and technological leadership over the coming decades. According to reports, the government intends to mobilize approximately $2.3 trillion in combined public and private investment by 2040......

Canada lowers bank capital buffer to support lending and economic growth

Canada's banking regulator has taken a significant step aimed at supporting economic activity by reducing the capital reserve requirements for the country's largest financial institutions. The decision is expected to increase banks' lending capacity at a time when policymakers are seeking......

Canada's retail sales show steady growth amid mixed consumer spending trends

Canada's retail sector recorded moderate growth in April, offering a positive signal for the country's economic activity despite signs of weakness in some areas of consumer spending. According to recent data, retail sales increased compared with the previous month, supported mainly by higher......

Warsh advocates leaner federal reserve approach amid rising economic complexity

The new Federal Reserve Chair, Kevin Warsh, is signaling a shift toward a more streamlined and less communicative approach to central banking, marking a notable change in how the U.S. central bank engages with markets and economic policy. During his first Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting,......

United States launches investigation into Germany over pharmaceutical pricing practices

The United States government has opened an official investigation into Germany’s pharmaceutical pricing policies, in a move that could potentially lead to the imposition of new tariffs on medical products. The inquiry, announced by the Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR), will......

European Union prepares new tariffs on Chinese plug-in hybrid vehicles

The European Union is reportedly preparing to introduce new tariffs on Chinese-made plug-in hybrid vehicles as part of its broader effort to address concerns over trade imbalances and competition within the automotive sector. According to reports, the European Commission is considering countervailing......

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda discharged from hospital following treatment

Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda has been discharged from hospital after undergoing treatment for an infected liver cyst, according to a statement released by the central bank. The announcement brings reassurance to financial markets and policymakers as Japan navigates a crucial period in its monetary......

Germany considers extending oil reserve waiver amid energy security concerns

Germany is in discussions over whether to extend a temporary waiver on its national oil reserve requirements, according to the country’s economy ministry, amid ongoing concerns about global energy stability. The waiver, introduced earlier this year, allowed Germany to partially reduce its mandatory......

Evonik to cut 3,200 jobs worldwide as restructuring plan is extended to 2029

German specialty chemicals group Evonik has announced plans to eliminate 3,200 jobs worldwide by 2029 as part of an expanded restructuring programme aimed at improving efficiency and adapting to challenging global economic conditions. The company stated that the job reductions will include approximately......

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