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NATIXIS

Marginal improvement in CPI may not be enough to stave off September rate hike - Natixis’ Christopher Hodge

The upcoming August CPI report will serve as a definitive test for Federal Reserve policy, according to Natixis economist Christopher Hodge.…
50m ago
Christopher Hodge of Natixis discussing U.S. inflation trends and the upcoming Federal Reserve policy meeting.
Bank of Japan headquarters entrance in Tokyo with a sign indicating the central bank's name.
BANK OF JAPAN

Japan must raise rates, central banker says

The Bank of Japan is signaling a clear path toward higher interest rates. After years of keeping borrowing cos…
2h ago
Mayor Katie Wilson signs an executive order at a press conference to establish a new city economic task force.
SEATTLE

Seattle mayor launches task force as city faces 'fragile' economic moment

Mayor Katie Wilson has launched a new task force to address Seattle’s economic climate, which she recently des…
4h ago
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BLOOMBERG

Traders Brush Aside Scott Bessent’s ‘Bet Against Me’ Tough Talk

Accessing financial news on major platforms has become increasingly difficult due to automated security system…
6h ago
A stylized graphic showing a housing graph line trending upward with 6.5 percent and 7 percent markers.
FEDERAL RESERVE

Experts predict whether mortgage rates will reach 7%

The debate over where mortgage rates are heading by 2026 is intensifying among r…
8h ago
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressing the media at a press conference regarding government bond stability.
TREASURY

Bessent Dares the Market to Cross Him: ‘I Am the House Now’

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has taken a firm stance against market volatili…
10h ago
Federal Reserve Bank building facade during a cloudy day in New York City.
ECONOMY

Consumers Split Over Inflation Trajectory in August, New York Fed Survey Shows

US consumers remain divided on the direction of inflation as of August 2026, acc…
12h ago
Gas station price sign displaying high fuel costs with a blurry road in the background during the 2026 election cycle.
REPUBLICANPARTY

‘Nothing worse’: Energy prices are closing in on GOP’s midterm chances

Rising energy costs are placing significant pressure on the GOP as the midterm e…
14h ago
A Canadian flag flying alongside an American flag, representing the recent tariff dispute.
TRADE

What Canada's retaliatory tariffs on US goods mean for American consumers

Canada has officially responded to the recent U.S. import taxes with a new round…
18h ago
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REAL ESTATE

Demand for riskier mortgages rises again, along with interest rates

Mortgage rates are climbing again, and borrowers are responding by seeking out r…
20h ago
A New York Federal Reserve building sign outside with people walking past during a busy workday.
FEDERAL RESERVE

Consumers more worried about personal finances and jobs, New York Fed report shows

The New York Federal Reserve released data today showing American consumers are …
23h ago
A technician operates a humanoid robot at a training facility in Beijing during a trade fair countdown in August 2026.
CHINA

China’s exports pick up in August, jumping 25% as its trade surplus widens

China’s trade engine is running hot. New data for August shows that Chinese expo…
1d ago
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CHINA

China consumer, wholesale inflation rebound in August

China’s inflation numbers for August reflect a split in the nation's economy. Th…
1d ago
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OECD

Families' interest in their kids' education is falling around the globe as scores drop, test shows

New PISA test data shows a concerning trend in global education. 15-year-olds ac…
1d ago
A freight truck crossing the border between Vermont and Canada under a cloudy sky.
TRADE

Vermont industries brace for potential impact of Canada’s retaliatory tariffs

Vermont businesses are preparing for the potential fallout from newly announced …
1d ago
U.S. and Canadian flags waving near the Blue Water Bridge border crossing between Sarnia, Ontario, and Port Huron, Michigan.
CANADA

Canadian tariffs on US goods take effect. Which products are impacted?

Canada’s new retaliatory tariffs on American goods went into effect this morning…
1d ago
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BLOOMBERG

Why the US-Canada Trade Relationship Is Unraveling

Accessing premium financial intelligence platforms frequently triggers security …
1d ago
A cargo truck crossing the U.S.-Canada border at a commercial port of entry.
CANADA

New Canadian tariffs hit $20B in US goods, pressuring cross-border supply chains

Canada has officially triggered retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion worth of U.S.…
1d ago
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BLOOMBERG

China’s Trade Surplus Is Tracking a New Record High for 2026

Navigating digital security blocks on major financial platforms is a common hurd…
1d ago
Shipping containers stacked at a large Chinese port facility during a busy day of international trade operations.
CHINA

China’s exports pick up in August, jumping 25% as its trade surplus widens

China’s export sector saw a 25% increase in August, fueled by high demand for au…
1d ago
A truck drives across the Gordie Howe International Bridge connecting Windsor and Detroit during the trade dispute.
CANADA

Canada's retaliatory tariffs worth $27.6 billion take effect as trade rift with U.S. deepens

Canada has officially implemented $27.6 billion in retaliatory tariffs against t…
1d ago
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BANK OF JAPAN

Japan’s GDP Growth Revised Higher, Backing BOJ Rate Hike Case

Japan’s economy is showing signs of renewed strength. New government data reveal…
1d ago
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PBOC

China's imports in August miss estimates as calls for rebalancing trade grow

China’s trade data for August reveals a complicated economic picture. While expo…
2d ago
Prime Minister Mark Carney speaking at a podium regarding the new retaliatory tariffs on U.S. imports.
CANADA

Canadian tariffs on U.S. milk, perfume, golf clubs and other goods take effect as trade war grinds on

Canada’s new retaliatory tariffs on $20 billion of U.S. goods officially took ef…
2d ago
US President Donald Trump and Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney meeting during trade negotiations.
TRADE

US cheese, honey, and hundreds of items to be hit with retaliatory tariffs in escalating Canada trade war

The trade situation between the US and Canada has taken a sharp turn. Starting T…
2d ago
A cargo ship leaves Yantai Port carrying heavy machinery for international export.
BANK OF CHINA

CNBC's The China Connection newsletter: China's weak consumer becomes the world's problem

The engine of the world's second-largest economy is stalling. For years, Chinese…
2d ago
Prime Minister Mark Carney speaking during a press conference about the new tariffs on Parliament Hill.
CANADA

Canada confirms retaliatory tariffs on US imports from Tuesday

Canada confirmed its plan to move forward with retaliatory tariffs on a variety …
2d ago
Chinese financial officials at the G20 Finance Ministerial in North Carolina, August 2026.
PEOPLE'S BANK OF CHINA

China injects over €45 billion into state banks and insurers as growth slows

Beijing has initiated a 360 billion yuan, or 46.1 billion euro, injection into e…
2d ago
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell speaking at a press conference regarding current monetary policy.
FED

Healthy US labour market gives 'further ammunition' to Fed hawks

The U.S. labor market is defying expectations this quarter, with recent data sho…
2d ago
A close-up of a fuel pump nozzle in a gas station with prices clearly visible on the digital display during Labor Day weekend.
AAA

'It's not surprising': Americans react to record high Labor Day fuel prices

Americans are seeing record fuel costs this Labor Day weekend as the national av…
2d ago
A frustrated driver standing at a New Jersey gas station while monitoring rising fuel prices on the digital display.
ECONOMY

‘It sucks’: petrol prices test Trump voters in New Jersey

Recent spikes in petrol prices across New Jersey are creating significant strain…
2d ago
Exterior of an Agricultural Bank of China branch building in Guangzhou, July 2026.
BANKING

China says it will pump $54 billion into banks and insurers — but their stocks still fell

China has announced a $54 billion capital injection into its state-owned banks a…
2d ago
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EUROSTAT

Euro-Zone Growth Upgraded After Bumper Second Quarter in Ireland

The euro-zone economy saw a significant boost in the second quarter of 2026. New…
2d ago
Shoppers at a busy street market in Istanbul, Turkey.
TURKEY

Turkey hikes inflation forecast to 28.4% as war pushes outlook higher

Turkey has updated its economic outlook as regional instability continues to imp…
3d ago
Digital price display at a gas station showing $4.14 for regular gas and $5.85 for diesel.
ENERGY

Fuel prices at record Labor Day high in US thanks to Iran War and refinery issues

Fuel prices across the United States have hit an all-time high for the Labor Day…
3d ago
People seeking shade near a closed ICBC service center in Chongqing as part of China's economic shifts.
CHINA

China to pump $54bn into state banks and insurers to boost economy

Beijing has launched a major intervention to stabilize its economy by pumping $5…
3d ago
A construction site in China featuring multiple unfinished residential high-rise buildings against a city skyline.
GOLDMAN SACHS

China Property Moves to Fuel 30% Hit to Land Sales, Goldman Says

Goldman Sachs analysts have issued a new projection regarding China's property m…
3d ago
A bustling Las Vegas strip hotel entrance with promotional banners advertising special deals for Canadian visitors.
LVCVA

Some Vegas hotels are treating Canada's dollar as equivalent to the greenback to offer more value

American tourism organizations are working hard to bring Canadian travelers back…
3d ago
Financial analysts monitoring market charts on screens inside a Beijing bank office.
CHINA

China prepares £40bn stimulus for financial sector amid fears over sluggish growth

Beijing is deploying $54 billion to shore up its financial sector as economic gr…
3d ago
Energy Secretary Chris Wright speaking at a press conference regarding rising gasoline prices.
DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY

Trump's energy boss wavers on gasoline price path

Energy Secretary Chris Wright shared a guarded outlook on gasoline prices this S…
3d ago
City Councillor Renaldo Agostino viewing the Detroit skyline from the Windsor, Ontario riverfront.
TRADE

US tourism groups want to win Canadian visitors back. A testy trade war isn’t helping

The American tourism industry is facing a significant challenge as it tries to w…
3d ago
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TURKEY

Turkey Cuts 2027 GDP Growth Forecast as Elections Beckon

The Turkish government has adjusted its economic outlook for 2027, lowering its …
3d ago
President Trump speaking at a podium in the Oval Office regarding recent economic data and job reports.
WHITE HOUSE

Trump keeps heralding an economic boom, but even a solid jobs report is causing problems for him

President Trump is facing an unexpected political hurdle after a positive August…
3d ago
A conceptual image of a tightrope walker balancing heavy buckets representing inflation and unemployment on a long pole.
FEDERAL RESERVE

August Job Gains Blew Past Estimates. Here's What It Means for the Fed.

The U.S. labor market just delivered a significant surprise. New data from the B…
4d ago
A busy office setting with workers installing electrical cables in a ceiling, representing current labor market shifts.
BLS

Wage growth can't compete with inflation right now

The latest jobs report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics is out, and it reveal…
4d ago
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh speaking at a podium during a press event regarding interest rate policy.
FEDERAL RESERVE

Investors zero in on August inflation data in the week ahead after yields spike to levels not seen in years

Investors are bracing for a busy week as August inflation data prepares to hit t…
4d ago
Abigail Bimman reporting on the Canadian labor market decline during a CTV News broadcast.
CTV NEWS

Canada loses 42,000 jobs in August as trade tensions raise economic concerns

The Canadian economy faces a tough reality as new data reveals a loss of 42,000 …
4d ago
A stylized graphic showing a rising interest rate trend line superimposed over a residential suburban housing development.
FREDDIEMAC

30-year mortgage rate hits highest since July 2025

U.S. mortgage rates have climbed to their highest point in over a year. New data…
4d ago
Protesters picket a local site with signs demanding an end to data center construction in their neighborhood.
NVIDIA

Checks and Balance newsletter: America has a new villain

Data centers have become one of the most contentious issues in American local po…
4d ago
President Donald Trump speaking at a press conference regarding the August jobs report and economic policy.
ECONOMY

Trump says 'Stupidity causes inflation' and threatens to stop trade with foreign countries

President Donald Trump expressed sharp frustration in the Oval Office on Friday,…
4d ago
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BLOOMBERG

Charting the Global Economy: US Job Growth Exceeds Projections

Users trying to access Bloomberg news today are hitting automated security scree…
4d ago
A person pumping gasoline at a station in Texas as prices hit record levels during the 2026 Labor Day weekend.
ENERGY

Americans hit with record-high Labor Day Weekend gasoline prices

Americans are facing record-high gasoline prices as we head into the Labor Day w…
4d ago
Donald Trump speaking at a rally about his stance on Federal Reserve interest rate policies.
FEDERAL RESERVE

Don’t raise rates, Trump tells Fed despite strong US jobs growth

The US economy added 162,000 new jobs in August, exceeding market expectations a…
4d ago
Labor Department building sign in Washington D.C. as U.S. job numbers for August show positive growth.
FEDERAL RESERVE

U.S. labor market booms, with 162,000 jobs added in August

The U.S. labor market added 162,000 jobs in August, easily beating analyst expec…
4d ago
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell sits at a conference table discussing the latest interest rate policy decisions.
FEDERAL RESERVE

Fed Rate Decision Still Hangs on Inflation After Jobs Report

The Federal Reserve is currently at a critical crossroads. Recent economic data …
5d ago
A Bank of Canada office building facade with a Canadian flag flying under a clear sky.
BANK OF CANADA

Canadian Employment Retreats in August, Though Jobless Rate Holds Steady

The Canadian labor market remains stuck in a period of cooling as the latest rep…
5d ago
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