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Core inflation stayed at 2.8% in December, aligning with expectations but above the Fed’s target. Rising energy costs and tariff threats pose risks to price stability.
The euro zone economy stalled in Q4, posting zero growth, missing forecasts. The ECB responded with a rate cut as inflation concerns persist despite weak GDP data.
Russia’s grain exports reached a record 72 million tonnes in 2024, driven by strategic growth in agricultural output and trade, cementing its global leadership.
Despite calls from President Trump for immediate rate cuts, the Federal Reserve is poised to maintain current interest rates, leaving consumers struggling with persistent high borrowing costs.
Novo Nordisk’s amycretin shows up to 22% weight loss in trials, boosting its stock by 6.87% as the drug exhibits safety and potential as a next-gen obesity treatment.
Trade tensions rise as Trump considers tariffs on China and the EU. Canada warns of countermeasures, while China calls for cooperative solutions to trade disputes.
The Dow surged 244 points as President Trump’s softer tariff approach reassured investors, with major indices rising on tempered fears over potential trade conflicts.
Beijing struggles to stabilize the yuan as Trump tariffs and a strong U.S. dollar intensify pressures on China’s economy, raising global concerns about financial and trade stability.
The 10-year Treasury yield hit a 14-month high as investors await inflation reports, with key data on producer and consumer prices expected to influence Federal Reserve policy.
Chinese stocks face mounting pressure as Tencent and CATL shares fall following U.S. military ties allegations, raising global investor concerns over market stability and economic recovery.