Economy



Catalan companies seek guidance on U.S. tariff response plan

A total of 80 companies in Catalonia have reached out to the Generalitat's Agency for Business Competitiveness (ACCIÓ) for advice following the announcement of the Pla Responem, a plan to counter the tariff war initiated by U.S. President Donald Trump. The agency, which operates under the......

Americans lead foreign property purchases in Spain

New data reveals that American nationals are paying significantly more for homes in Spain than most other foreigners, with the second half of 2024 witnessing a remarkable surge in property prices. This trend has sparked concerns about the ongoing housing crisis in the country, which has been identified......

Tariff policies under Donald Trump's presidency

The tariff policies imposed by the United States have long had a significant impact on international trade, influencing both partner economies and diplomatic relations. In recent years, U.S. trade policy has shifted towards tariff hikes, economic sanctions, and a clear intention to protect domestic industries......

Trump Authorizes Expansion of Deep-Sea Mining to Secure Strategic Minerals

In a move that has sparked both economic anticipation and environmental concern, President Donald Trump signed an executive order to promote deep-sea mining across U.S. and international waters. The aim is to strengthen U.S. access to vital minerals and reduce reliance on China, which currently dominates......

Vietnam and US begin trade talks amid tariff concerns

Vietnam and the United States have officially begun trade negotiations as Hanoi seeks to ease a hefty 46 percent tariff recently announced by former US President Donald Trump. According to Vietnam’s Ministry of Industry and Trade, Minister Nguyen Hong Dien and US Trade Representative Jamieson......

Markets certain Bank of England will cut interest rates next month

Financial markets now fully anticipate that the Bank of England will lower interest rates in May, driven by the evolving global economic impact of Donald Trump’s trade policies. On Tuesday, LSEG data initially showed an 82% probability of a rate cut from 4.5% to 4.25% on 8 May. However, that probability......

Trump Softens Stance on Fed Chair Powell amid Market Rally

President Donald Trump has stepped back from his previous threats to remove Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve. His earlier criticism of Powell, particularly regarding interest rate decisions, had caused significant turbulence in financial markets. However, Trump clarified to reporters at......

Gold soars past 3500 dollars amid trade turmoil and Fed tensions

For the first time in history, the price of gold surged above $3,500 per ounce on Tuesday, driven by escalating trade tensions and growing friction between former President Donald Trump and the Federal Reserve's chair, which also led to a sharp decline on Wall Street. At 7:30 GMT, the precious metal......

Morocco's IFTL Institute partners with battery pioneer for electric vehicle training

Morocco’s Institute for Transport and Logistics Training (IFTL) has entered into a significant partnership with renowned researcher Professor Rachid Yazami to establish a specialized training program focused on electric vehicle batteries. This initiative is a key component of Morocco’s broader......

China issues warning against trade deals with the U.S. at its expense

On April 21, China accused the U.S. of misusing tariffs and cautioned countries against entering trade deals with the United States that would harm China's interests. This statement escalates tensions in the ongoing trade war between the two largest global economies. China's Ministry of Commerce......

Morocco's pharmaceutical imports from the EU rise in 2024

Recent data from Eurostat reveals a significant increase in Morocco's pharmaceutical imports from the European Union in 2024, although the country’s exports to the EU remain limited. According to the statistics, Morocco imported €559 million worth of medical and pharmaceutical products......

China Calls for Trade Peace but Stands Ready to Respond

China’s ambassador to the United States, Xie Feng, has called on Washington to seek cooperation and mutual understanding amid growing trade tensions, while making it clear that Beijing will defend its interests if provoked. During a public appearance in Washington, as shared on the Chinese embassy’s......

Ukraine and US take first step toward strategic minerals deal

KYIV/WASHINGTON,  Ukraine announced that it had signed a memorandum of intent with the United States as an initial move toward establishing a broader agreement on the development of mineral resources within Ukrainian territory. The initiative has been strongly advocated by former U.S. President......

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