Economic
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Oil rises on Kazakh supply disruptions, upbeat economic data; Greenland in focus
Published Wed, Jan 21, 2026 · 06:04 AM [NEW YORK] Oil prices rose on Tuesday on the temporary suspension of output at Kazakhstan’s oil fields and expectations of firmer global economic growth that could…
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China’s new tech stock boom leaves its economic malaise behind
Momentum may gain further support as DeepSeek rolls out a new AI model and China unveils a tech-focused five-year plan [BEIJING] Nearly a year after DeepSeek’s AI breakthrough rattled global…
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Vietnam Bets on Domestic Consumption to Sustain Economic Growth in 2026
Vietnam’s economic growth in 2026 will hinge largely on the recovery of domestic consumption, effective policy implementation and the continued contribution of public investment, amid mounting uncertainty in the global…
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Fed’s Barkin says central bank independence means better economic outcomes
RICHMOND Federal Reserve President Tom Barkin on Tuesday declined to comment on “stuff that’s been in the news,” a reference to the Trump administration’s threat of indictment against Fed Chair…
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European stocks cool as traders assess Venezuela fallout, economic data
EUROPEAN stocks ended flat on Wednesday, snapping a run of record closes as investors paused to digest the latest US-Venezuela developments and sifted through a fresh batch of economic data.…
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Why Do Precious Metals Prices Rise During Economic Uncertainty?
Throughout financial history, precious metals have demonstrated distinctive behavior during periods of economic stress. Understanding the mechanisms driving this relationship helps investors evaluate whether and how precious metals might fit…
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BOK’s Rhee says recent dollar-won levels do not reflect economic fundamentals
South Korea is expected to fund its US$350 billion US investment pledge mainly through the return of foreign currency assets [SEOUL] South Korea’s won weakened on the first trading day…
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Keir Starmer U-Turns: Why Labour’s ‘Economic Illiteracy’ Should Terrify Britain
The illusion of a stable, ‘grown-up’ government has finally shattered into a million pieces. After 18 months in power, the only words left to describe this shambolic Labour administration are…
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Amid global economic uncertainty, KSH Holdings doubles down on Singapore for growth
The construction and property group is eyeing more laboratory construction projects, given its strong track record in the sector [SINGAPORE] In view of China’s prolonged economic slowdown and rising geopolitical…
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CEO Mai Trinh and CTO Gabriel Ravacci Reframe AI Compute as an Economic System
AI development is accelerating, but access to computing resources continues to constrain many of the teams building it. GPU pricing remains opaque, contracts vary widely by provider, and long-term planning…
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Oil up as market weighs strong US economic growth, supply risks
[NEW YORK] Oil prices settled higher on Tuesday as investors assessed stronger-than-expected US economic growth and the risk of disruptions to oil supply from Venezuela and Russia. Brent crude futures settled 31 cents, or…
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The Economic Impact of Quality Legal Representation in American Small Towns
When discussing economic drivers in small-town America, the focus typically lands on manufacturing, agriculture, or local retail. Rarely is the legal profession considered a cornerstone of local prosperity. However, in…
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Economic Worries Persist as Approval of Trump’s Economic Handling Stays Below 40%, Fox News Poll Shows
A majority of Americans continue to view the U.S. economy negatively and say they are falling behind financially, even as perceptions of the country’s overall direction show modest improvement, according…
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Qatar AI Push Relies on Low-Cost Electricity as Long-Term Economic Risks Mount
Qatar is betting big on artificial intelligence by leveraging its abundant, cheap energy to power massive data centres. While this strategy offers a clear competitive edge today, it tethered the…
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Trump to Address Nation Tonight as Economic Doubts Continue
President Donald Trump will deliver a prime-time address from the White House tonight, promising that ‘the best is yet to come’ as his administration faces record-low economic approval ratings. US…
