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Economic speed bumps yes, but no breakdown

Nepal’s vulnerability has been exposed by the lack of pragmatic policy interventions and abrupt moves towards self-sufficiency

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Fed hopes biggest rate hike in 22 years tames inflation without recession or stagflation: 3 essential reads on what it all means

The Federal Reserve on May 4, 2022, lifted its benchmark interest rate by half a percentage point to a range of 0.75% to 1%, its biggest increase in 22 years. The aggressive move, which has been expected for many months, is part of the U.S. central bank’s effort to slow…

The Conversation

The EU just proposed a ban on oil from Russia, its main energy supplier

The European Union wants to sharpen its sanctions against Russia. But its leaders acknowledge Europe's economy could suffer.

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How Does the Pharmaceutical Industry Perform During Recessions?

The Fed’s aggressive interest rate hikes and high energy prices will likely fuel recessionary conditions. Moreover, the unexpected decline in GDP in the first quarter indicates a possible economic contraction. Amid such possibilities, the pharmaceutical industry could attract investors’ attention because of the inelastic demand for its products. Today, I…

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Bank of England tipped to raise interest rates to 1% today - how it would affect you

The Bank of England is set to raise interest rates again from 0.75% to 1%. This will have an affect on people's savings, mortgages and pension pots. Here's how you could be affected

Daily Mirror

Glasgow to get £50m boost to economy as thousands descend on city for conferences

Glasgow has successfully bid for 71 new conferences, which will bring more than 36,000 delegates to the city and boost the local economy by some £53 million in delegate spend.

Glasgow Live

Indicators Point to High Liquidity Movement in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia has seen indicators of high liquidity movement, prompted by the recovery of commercial demand and consumer spending over the last period, in parallel with the growth of the national economy and the rise in oil revenues and non-oil activity in the Kingdom. Cash liquidity rose by 2.7% at…

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Sri Lanka foreign reserves at record low, politics in crisis

Sri Lanka’s finance minister says the South Asian country's economy is in dire straits with its usable foreign reserves down to less than $50 million

The Independent UK

EMIs set to rise as RBI hikes repo rate by 40 bps to 4.40%

NEW DELHI: In a surprise move, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Wednesday hiked key repo rate by 40 basis points (bps) to 4.40 per cent amid rising inflationary pressures in the economy.

The Times of India

Disabled gran lives by candlelight and eats just one meal a day due to soaring bills

Rita, a full-time carer from Kent, has removed all lightbulbs from her property and sets her alarm for 5am to make use of Economy 7 cheap off-peak electricity

Daily Mirror

Stuart Rothenberg: Inflation, recession and the 2022 midterms

With six months to go until the 2022 midterm elections, the economic indicators continue to deteriorate for Democrats. While unemployment remains low and the economy continues to grow (except for a recent hiccup that few take seriously), inflation is up dramatically, and interest rates are spiking.

Tribune News Service

Shrinking Capital Investment Drags Down Caixin New Economy Index

The share of high-value added industries in China’s overall economic inputs dropped to 28.8% in April from 30.6% the previous month, the NEI shows

Caixin Global

Glasgow's economy sees multimillion-pound boost from conferences

The city received 71 successful bids for conferences last financial year - estimated to be worth more than £50m in attendee spending

Insider UK

Biden, a reluctant culture warrior, may see court’s abortion ruling define his presidency

WASHINGTON — After declaring himself a “bridge” to the next generation of Democratic leaders, President Joe Biden took office 15 months ago vowing to focus on getting the pandemic under control, stabilizing the economy and restoring a sense of order and calm following his predecessor’s four frenetic, polarizing years.

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Private sector opposes wage hike

A proposal by labour advocacy groups to increase the daily minimum wage to 492 baht is drawing stiff opposition from entrepreneurs who fear the hike in a volatile economy will deal a blow to businesses.

Newcastle Herald

As it happened: Andrew Barr gets a shoutout from Treasurer

The Reserve Bank decision to lift the cash rate on Tuesday has forced the Coalition to defend its handling of the economy.

The Guardian - AU

Ruston dismisses suggestion Liberal party has ‘lost its way’; Hunter candidates square off – as it happened

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Explainer: Inside the case for a minimum wage hike

Thai workers are feeling the pinch from months of higher living expenses, leading them to take to the streets on Labour Day to demand a 45% increase in the daily minimum wage.

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Look to Consumer Staples Stocks on Mounting Recession Fears

The Fed’s aggressive interest rate hikes and the high energy prices are likely to fuel recessionary conditions. The unexpected decline in GDP in the first quarter indicates a possible slowdown with prices rising continuously. Amid fears of high inflation and a consequent recession, investors can look to bet on shares…

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Looking for a Recession-Proof Industry to Invest In? Consider These 2 Funeral-Services Stocks

Many analysts believe that the U.S. economy is gradually, inexorably sliding toward a recession. However, due to inelastic demand, the funeral services industry is recession-proof by nature. So, we think it could be wise to bet on quality funeral services stocks Matthews (MATW) and Hillenbrand (HI). Let’s discuss.

Reuters

Brazil courts give Guedes 10 days to explain election-year tax cut

Investigators from Brazil's electoral courts have given the Economy Ministry 10 days to explain a huge tax cut on industrial goods such as televisions and refrigerators over concerns about its legality and impact on the October election.

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Is This a Bull Trap?

The stock market is in the midst of a brutal correction. Despite Monday's bounce, investors should remain cautious as there remains a considerable downside risk. Read on to find out how the POWR Growth portfolio continues to outperform the S&P 500 (SPY).

The Independent UK

Hong Kong economy shrinks 4% under anti-virus controls

Hong Kong’s economy shrank by 4% compared with a year earlier in the quarter ending in March after the Chinese territory shut restaurants and other businesses to fight a spike in coronavirus infections

The Independent UK

What are capital controls and how is Russia seeking to use them to ease the pain of sanctions?

Moscow forced to introduce damage-limitation measures to control economy as ruble crashes to historic low in response to hard-hitting penalties for Ukraine invasion

Axios

Why stock market valuations are diving

The stock market wasn't synonymous with the economy on the way up, and it isn't on the way down, either.

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