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Story audio is generated using AI The National Treasury has adjusted some fiscal targets announced in its medium term budget last month after the recent rebasing and benchmarking of GDP, with the primary...
KUALA LUMPUR: The ringgit extended its gains against the US dollar and other major currencies on Thursday, closing firmer following Bank Negara Malaysia's (BNM) decision to maintain the Overnight Policy Rate (OPR) at 2.75 per cent.
Gina Hinojosa takes the stage as she is announced as the next governor of Texas at her watch party in Austin on Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2026. Austin American-statesman/hearst Newspapers | Hearst Newspapers | Getty...
Overview In September 2026, compared with August 2026, industrial producer prices increased by 2.5% in the euro area and by 2.6% in the EU , according to first estimates from Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union . In August 2026, industrial producer prices grew by 2.0% in the euro area and by 1.9% in
Rising living costs and dissatisfaction with President Donald Trump's economic policies contributed to sweeping Republican losses in the US midterm elections, with voters blaming his administration for worsening inflation. According to an AP Voter Poll o
Eurozone industrial producer price inflation accelerated sharply in September, with PPI rising from an upwardly revised 8.3% to 11.1% yoy, exceeding market expectations of 10.9%. On a monthly basis, producer...
Overview In September 2026, compared with August 2026, industrial producer prices increased by 2.5% in the euro area and by 2.6% in the EU , according to first estimates from Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union . In August 2026, industrial producer prices grew by 2.0% in the euro area and by 1.9% in
A new Democratic majority in Congress could pressure the president to end the war in Iran. But it will be harder for them to directly affect fuel prices, which are tied to a complex international oil market.
Open this photo in gallery:Prime Minister Mark Carney's government will table its second-ever federal budget on Nov. 5.Cole Burston/The Canadian PressJake Fuss is director of fiscal studies at the Fraser...
Democrats will take control of Congress next year. What does it mean for the economy? The Democratic gains in this week's midterm elections will bring a different business climate to Washington. But the...
Cuba continues to grapple with a deepening economic and energy crisis, as widespread power outages, fuel shortages and rising tensions with the U.S. add to uncertainty across the island.
minutes agoPaul KirbyEurope digital editorReutersThis school protester in Paris called on the government to "tax the rich, not our futures" on ThursdayHundreds of thousands of demonstrators are expected to...
Steady Q3 growth offers some reassurance after a cautious 2026, leaving room for rate hike, analysts say[JAKARTA] Indonesia’s economy grew faster than expected in the third quarter, but analysts believe...
Food prices in Europe have recorded a moderate increase this year, but fresh products are becoming more and more expensive. According to the latest data, in October prices of unprocessed food in the Eurozone rose...
BGSF, Inc. reported its financial results for the third fiscal quarter ended September 27, 2026, showing revenues of $25.1 million, a decrease from the prior year. Despite revenue pressure, the company achieved a net income of $0.1 million and improved diluted earnings per share, primarily due to reduced selling, general, and administrative expenses and interest expense. Management highlighted a focus on expense management, operational efficiency, and strategic investments in PropTech and AI to navigate market challenges and position for long-term growth.
City of London Investment Management Co. Ltd. significantly cut its stake in KKR & Co. Inc. by 94% in the third quarter, reducing its holdings to 4,390 shares valued at $401,000. Despite this reduction and an insider sale by Dane Holmes, institutional investors and hedge funds collectively own 76.26% of KKR shares. Analysts maintain a "Moderate Buy" consensus rating for KKR with an average price target of $123.58.
Associated Banc Corp has acquired a new position in Bank Of Montreal (NYSE:BMO), purchasing 8,834 shares valued at approximately $1,477,000 during the third quarter. Other institutional investors also made significant purchases. Bank Of Montreal recently reported strong quarterly earnings, beating analyst estimates, and declared a quarterly dividend of C$1.71 per share.
Bursa Malaysia’s KLCI surged 1.2% to 1,637 on Thursday afternoon, reversing prior losses and hitting a three-week high.Overnight gains on Wall Street lifted sentiment as traders assessed the implications of sweeping Democratic wins in the U.S. midterms on the Iran war, President Trump’s policy agen...
A new Wells Fargo survey, conducted by Morning Consult, reveals that U.S. veterans report higher career satisfaction, greater financial confidence, and more optimism about the impact of artificial intelligence compared to non-veterans. Despite these positive outcomes, nearly half of veterans still find the transition from military to civilian life challenging. The study highlights the importance of employer support, including skills-based hiring and veteran programs, to help veterans translate their military experience into successful civilian careers.
A recent Wells Fargo survey, conducted by Morning Consult, reveals that veterans report higher career satisfaction, greater financial confidence, and more optimism about artificial intelligence compared to non-veterans. While veterans show strong positive outcomes, nearly half found the transition from military to civilian life difficult, highlighting a need for continued employer support programs. The study emphasizes the value veterans bring to the workforce and identifies areas where employers can further assist them.
The current average refinance rate on a 30-year, fixed-rate home loan is 7.144%, according to Mortgage Research Center data. If you’re a homeowner hoping to refinance your mortgage for a lower rate or perhaps...
The National Treasury has recalculated key fiscal ratios in light of the 2026 rebasing and benchmarking of official gross domestic product (GDP) data announced by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) on 29 October 2026.
In the European session, the main highlight is the Bank of England rate decision. The BoE is widely expected to raise interest rates by 25 bps to 4.00%, marking the first hike in the current tightening cycle. Stronger-than-expected economic activity, improving labour-market conditions and persistent inflation pressures have weakened the case for keeping rates unchanged.
Food prices in Bulgaria, Romania and Estonia have climbed by just over 50% since September 2021, placing households in Eastern Europe under greater financial pressure than consumers in most other EU countries, Euronews reported, citing price data covering the past five years. In Hungary, the cumulative increase has also exceeded 50%, while food prices across the European Union have risen by approximately one-third over the same period.