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Global air passenger traffic sets new record in 2024

In 2024, global air passenger traffic reached a historic high, with a year-on-year increase of over 10% and around 4% growth compared to 2019, the pre-pandemic reference year, according to the International Air Transport Association (IATA). The total for 2024 amounted to 4.89 billion passenger kilometers,......

Japan Considers Supporting Alaska LNG Pipeline to Strengthen U.S. Relations

Japan is contemplating backing a $44 billion gas pipeline project in Alaska as part of efforts to strengthen its relationship with U.S. President Donald Trump and avoid potential trade conflicts. Japanese officials anticipate that Trump may bring up the project, which he believes is essential for U.S.......

U.S. economic growth slows but consumer spending remains strong

The U.S. economy experienced a slowdown in growth during the fourth quarter, though strong domestic demand is expected to keep the Federal Reserve cautious in its approach to interest rate cuts. According to the Commerce Department’s Bureau of Economic Analysis, the gross domestic product (GDP)......

Bitcoin soars to USD 110,000 milestone amid Trump's presidential transition

The cryptocurrency Bitcoin reached unprecedented heights Monday, touching USD 110,000 per bitcoin as Donald Trump prepared to return to the White House. The surge coincided with the weekend launch of new cryptocurrency tokens by Donald and Melania Trump. The Trump-linked tokens, categorized as "meme......

Bitcoin Reaches New Milestone amid Political Transition

Bitcoin has reached a groundbreaking value, climbing to a record high of $109,000 on the eve of a significant political event in the United States. This surge coincides with preparations for the inauguration of Donald Trump as the new president. The cryptocurrency experienced an unprecedented rise to......

Morocco Signals Interest in BRICS Membership Amid Global Economic Realignment

Morocco has joined over 20 nations expressing interest in BRICS membership, according to Russian Presidential Advisor Yuri Ushakov's announcement during a Monday press conference. The development follows October's Kazan Summit, where BRICS partners established a new partnership framework enabling......

 IMF and Egypt Agree on $1.2 Billion Deal to Bolster Public Finances  

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and Egypt have reached a critical agreement to unlock $1.2 billion in funding aimed at stabilizing the country’s struggling public finances. This "staff-level agreement" is still subject to approval by the IMF's Executive Board, marking a significant......

Bitcoin dips sharply amid Federal Reserve decisions

Bitcoin, which has been soaring to record highs in recent weeks, experienced a significant decline, losing approximately $8,000 in value. This drop follows key decisions by the U.S. Federal Reserve, led by Chair Jerome Powell, that unsettled investors. Interest rate cuts spark concerns On December......

A Cautious Approach Federal Reserve's Slow Path to Rate Cuts

The Federal Reserve is poised to announce a quarter-point reduction in its benchmark interest rate, lowering it from approximately 4.6% to around 4.3%. While this marks a continuation of recent cuts, the pace of rate reductions is expected to slow in 2025, signaling a shift in the central bank's......

Bitcoin: After Its Historic Surge, Is a Drop Inevitable Before 2025?

The Bitcoin market is currently experiencing a period of mixed signals, as the cryptocurrency undergoes dramatic fluctuations. After crossing the symbolic threshold of $100,000 in early December 2024, Bitcoin has since retreated to around $95,000 ($95,478.63 at the time of writing). This price swing......

Lockheed Martin Expands Defense Manufacturing Footprint in Morocco

Lockheed Martin has significantly strengthened its presence in Morocco as part of its ongoing efforts to boost defense partnerships in the North African region. This year marks a milestone for the company, celebrating 50 years of collaboration with Morocco, beginning with the delivery of the first C-130H......

Dollar-Dirham Exchange Rate Declines 0.57% Amid Euro Gains and Global Turmoil

The dollar-dirham exchange rate depreciated by 0.57% during the week of November 25 to 29, falling from 10.06 to 10. This marks a significant drop after the pair remained above the 10 dirham threshold earlier in the week, according to a report from Attijari Global Research (AGR). The decline was primarily......

Market Reactions Surge as Trump Election Victory

As Donald Trump appears poised to reclaim the presidency, financial markets are experiencing significant shifts, with the US dollar and Bitcoin reaching new heights. The dollar surged approximately 1.5% against major currencies, including the British pound, euro, and Japanese yen, reflecting traders'......