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A year on from Sunak’s five pledges, here’s the report card

In today’s newsletter: Guardian experts assess the government’s progress on the prime minister’s key promises

The Guardian - UK

Asian Stocks Slip as Wall Street's Slow Start Continues

The Asian stock market slipped as Japan's markets reopened following the tragic earthquake that hit the country. Tokyo's mood was somber as officials paid ...

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US Interest Rates Likely To Stay High 'For Some Time': Fed Minutes

US Federal Reserve officials expect interest rates will need to remain high "for some time" to tackle stubborn inflation, according to minutes of the most recent rate decision published on Wednesday.

International Business Times

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Federal Reserve minutes: Officials saw inflation cooling but were cautious about timing of rate cuts

The Federal Reserve’s policymakers concluded last month that inflationary pressures were easing and that the job market was cooling

The Independent UK

What is the Red Sea crisis, and what does it mean for global trade?

Attacks by Houthi rebels along the trade route have led to firms pausing shipments, raising the possibility of a shock to the world economy

The Guardian - UK

Mortgage rates are falling but borrowers are still feeling the squeeze – a finance expert explains how to cut your repayments

Around 5 million households have seen their mortgage interest rate change since the Bank of England base rate started to rise in late 2021. Over the course of the 2023 alone, the base rate increased from 3.5% to 5.25%, surpassing economists’ expectations and pushing mortgage rates to the highest levels…

The Conversation

US job openings fell slightly in November but remain high by historical standards

Wednesday’s report, called the Jobs Openings and Labor Turnover Summary, reinforced other recent evidence that while the job market is slowing from its robust heights, it remains solid.

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Here’s how many of Rishi Sunak’s five key pledges have been met one year on

RISHI Sunak is failing to deliver on most of the five key pledges he made a year ago which he said his government should be judged on, a report says.

The National (Scotland)

Labor could raise welfare payments for cost-of-living relief without stoking inflation, economists say

Albanese government would need to couple any increases in unemployment benefits and pensions with savings, experts say

The Guardian - AU

Argentina Close To Reaching Agreement With IMF Over Review Of $44B Loan Program

The $44 billion loan program agreement is aimed at providing financial assistance to Argentina to stabilize the country's economy and address its economic challenges such as inflation, fiscal deficits, and debt repayment.

Latin Times

Red Sea attacks escalate, disrupt global trade and raise inflation fears

Yemen's Houthi rebels continue attacks on merchant ships in the Red Sea, raising concerns of disruption to global trade and potential economic repercussions.

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3 Home Improvement Stocks Setting up for Potential New Year Gains

The home improvement industry's outlook looks bright, driven by factors such as falling mortgage rates, easing inflation, a rise in DIY projects, increasing disposable income, and a growing interest amongst homeowners to undertake renovation projects. Thus, it could be wise to buy home improvement stocks La-Z-Boy (LZB), Hooker Furnishings (HOFT),…

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UK Grocery Inflation Stays At 4.3% Despite Decline in Food Prices

The introduction of new border checks on EU goods in April entering the UK could lead to further spikes in UK grocery inflation.

International Business Times UK

Golden zone: could Australia’s economy pull off a miracle in 2024?

Signs suggest inflation and interest rates may fall considerably without killing growth or employment. The government will be desperately hoping so

The Guardian - AU

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Six things to watch in 2024 global economy, from tax cuts to AI

The Israel-Hamas war could broaden, and many developing countries are on a path to crisis

The Conversation

Why you may not be able to get on the housing ladder or buy a bigger home in 2024

Five million more UK households could feel the effects of recent interest rate increases in coming years. Roughly the same number have already been forced to remortgage since the recent spate of rate rises began in 2021, according to the Bank of England’s latest Financial Stability Report. These borrowers have…

Latin Times

Peru Closes 2023 With Inflation Rate Of 3.24%, Lowest In 3 Years

Central Reserve Bank of Peru projected previously that the inflation rate in 2023 would close at 3.8%. However, recent data shows that the country has the lowest inflation rate since 2020.

Fortune

Macroeconomic uncertainties will not halt progress on the energy transition in 2024 and beyond. Here’s why

Cost inflation and high interest rates have affected renewables–but policymakers are already responding and new auction mechanisms are being put in place.

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Indonesia's Inflation Eases Unexpectedly in December

Indonesia's economy finds relief as December inflation eases beyond expectations, signaling positive growth and stability in the country's financial landscape.

The Guardian - UK

Aldi and Lidl report record Christmas sales amid cost of living crisis

Shoppers switch to discounters and buy more own-label goods to offset hefty food price inflation

The Guardian - UK

UK shop inflation sticks at 4.3% despite lower food price rises

Retailers warn post-Brexit checks on fresh food due from April could further drive up shopping costs

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Biden's Economic Policies Face Widespread Disapproval, Polls Indicate

President Biden's optimism about the economy is met with skepticism from voters. Despite some positive indicators, the majority feel his policies have not ...

The Hindu

Year in Review | How India’s economic indicators fared in 2023

2023 saw India's GDP grow at a higher-than-expected rate, with inflation & unemployment rates varying, and repo rate remaining unchanged.

WEKU

To tackle poverty, more states will offer bigger child tax credits in 2024

The new benefits take a cue from a pandemic success story — when an expanded U.S. child tax credit briefly cut child poverty in half. Some states include immigrants and index credits to inflation.

Radio France Internationale

Higher wages and pricier post: What changes in France from January 2024?

From raising the minimum wage to boosting electric cars, making composting mandatory and helping cover the cost of repairing household appliances, the French government is introducing several policies from 1 January 2024 that it says will make France fairer, greener and better off. But with inflation still running high, not…

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