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Economics

Has the ECB reached the end of its tightening cycle?

At the beginning of the year, the European Central Bank (ECB) appeared set to keep interest rates unchanged throughout 2026....

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China's electric vehicle exports accelerate as the industry seeks consolidation

Over the last decade, China has rapidly become the dominant force in global vehicle exports. In 2025 alone, exports of...

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Copper outlook with further room for growth

Copper has long served as one of the most reliable barometers of global economic health, earning its reputation as “Dr....

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US labour market remains resilient despite gradual cooling

Despite an increasingly challenging external environment, the US economy has continued to demonstrate resilience this year. Heightened policy uncertainty, the...

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Will monetary policy change under Chair Kevin Warsh?

The recent passing of former Federal Reserve Chair Alan Greenspan provides an opportunity to reflect on how US monetary policymaking...

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