Hawaiʻi is showing early signs of a mild recession as employment figures dip and tourism—the state’s economic lifeblood—slows significantly. Recent…
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Japan’s Q3 GDP Shrinks Further on Sluggish Capital Spending — But BOJ Still Seen Holding Fire on Rate Hike
Japan’s economy contracted more sharply than initially estimated in the third quarter, underscoring the challenges facing policymakers as weak business…
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China’s Trade Surplus Tops $1 Trillion Despite U.S. Pressure — What It Means for the Global Economy
China has recorded a trade surplus exceeding $1 trillion for the first time, a milestone that underscores the resilience of…
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Divided Fed Weighs Interest-Rate Cut as Tumultuous Year Nears Its End
The Federal Reserve is closing out one of the most turbulent economic years in recent memory with a rare internal…
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Michael and Susan Dell Donate $6.25 Billion to Boost Awareness and Access to ‘Trump Accounts’
Billionaire philanthropists Michael and Susan Dell have announced a landmark $6.25 billion donation aimed at helping American families understand, access,…
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S&P 500 Extends Rally for Fourth Straight Day, Edges Toward Record High After Mild Inflation Report
The S&P 500 climbed for a fourth consecutive session on Thursday, inching closer to an all-time high as fresh inflation…
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China Sends Strongest Signal Since 2022 to Rein In Yuan’s Rapid Rise
China has delivered its clearest message in years that it intends to curb the yuan’s appreciation, as policymakers grow increasingly…
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OBR Official Says Reeves’ Speech Accurately Reflected UK’s Economic Challenges Ahead of Budget
An official from the Office for Budget Responsibility (OBR) has dismissed claims that the Chancellor misled the public about the…
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China’s Manufacturing Gauge Shows Slightly Firmer Growth Momentum
China’s manufacturing sector is showing signs of steadier improvement, according to the latest industry gauge that points to modest but…
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UK Energy Bill Cuts Likely to Have Limited Impact on Inflation, Say Officials
UK officials have indicated that recent reductions in energy bills, while providing relief to households, are expected to have only…
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