Economy



India faces economic strain as Trump’s tariffs complicate recovery

As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi prepared for his visit to the White House, U.S. President Donald Trump announced new reciprocal tariffs on key trading partners, adding pressure to India’s already struggling economy. During a joint press conference, Trump revealed that India would purchase......

Morocco: A rising power in the automotive industry

Morocco is emerging as a key player in the automotive industry in Africa and the Mediterranean region, according to the Spanish daily Mundo Deportivo. The country has positioned itself as a major production and export hub, supplying vehicles to over 70 countries, including France, Spain, and Italy.......

U.S. tariffs impact Argentine steel industry: 1,000 jobs cut

The recent imposition of a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum imports by the United States is already affecting Argentina. On Wednesday, an Argentine steel company announced the dismissal of 1,000 workers in response to the new trade measures. Acindar, a subsidiary of the Indian group ArcelorMittal, reached......

Brazil rejects U.S. tariffs, stands firm against trade wars

In response to the imposition of 25% tariffs on steel and aluminum imports by U.S. President Donald Trump, the Brazilian government affirmed on Tuesday that Brazil would not engage in "any trade wars." The country expressed its commitment to upholding free trade and strengthening international......

The surge in gold prices amid Trump's tariff decisions

In recent weeks, the global economy has felt the ripple effects of U.S. President Donald Trump’s tariffs, some of which have been implemented, while others remain in the threat stage. These tariffs have caused instability in global markets and weakened various currencies, but one significant exception......

Jordan’s king Abdullah and Trump discuss Gaza amid controversy

Jordan’s King Abdullah II became the first Arab leader to meet with U.S. President Donald Trump at the White House since the start of Trump's second term on January 20. However, the meeting placed Abdullah in a challenging position, given the strong historical ties between Jordan and the U.S.......

Amazon faces market setback amid cloud growth concerns

Amazon's stock took a significant hit as concerns over its cloud computing division and a weaker-than-expected sales forecast led to a sharp decline in investor confidence. Following the release of its fourth-quarter earnings report, Amazon's shares dropped by up to 5% in after-hours trading,......

Shein set to lower valuation for London IPO amid regulatory challenges

Shein, the online fast-fashion retailer, is preparing to lower its valuation to around $50 billion for a potential London IPO, sources familiar with the matter have revealed. This marks a nearly 25% decrease from the company's 2023 fundraising value as it faces increasing challenges in the market. The......

H&M shifts production to Morocco amid potential US trade barriers

Swedish retailer H&M is strengthening its manufacturing presence in Morocco as part of a strategic response to potential US trade restrictions, according to the company's finance chief. This move represents a significant shift toward regional supply chains, with Morocco positioned as a key production......

The impact of the US-China trade war on Europe: ECB's perspective

The European Central Bank (ECB) may further lower interest rates as inflation continues to moderate, according to board member Piero Cipollone. He also warned that escalating trade tensions between the United States and China could negatively affect the 20-member eurozone economy. Since June, the ECB......

China’s strategic economic measures: Impact and trade relations with the U.S

China has recently introduced a series of economic measures aimed at counteracting U.S. tariffs, notably a 10% tax on various Chinese imports. This includes tariffs on coal, liquefied natural gas, crude oil, agricultural machinery, and large cars. These duties will be effective starting February 10,......

Trump's tariff threats and their implications on trade relations with the EU and UK

U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that tariffs will soon be imposed on imports from the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK), despite hinting at the possibility of a trade agreement with Britain. The tariffs, set to come into effect on Tuesday, have already triggered global market......

China's strategic response to U.S. tariffs: A measured approach amidst economic rivalry

Amidst escalating trade tensions, U.S. President Donald Trump imposed new tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico. Canada and Mexico swiftly retaliated, enacting their own tariffs on U.S. products. However, China's reaction stood out as relatively restrained. China's Ministry of Commerce refrained......

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