Global Economic Trends and Local Insights The highly-anticipated US Federal Reserve (US Fed) meeting in September resulted in a rate cut, despite persistent inflation and a weakening labour market. In the second quarter of 2025, US economic growth exceeded market forecasts. Meanwhile, inflation in the Eurozone picked up, lessening the pressure on its central bank […]

Global Economic Trends and Local Insights In July 2025, the US consumer price index (CPI) rose modestly on both a monthly and yearly basis.US President Donald Trump met Russian President Vladimir Putin to discuss Ukraine in August.As China’s domestic market becomes more saturated and competitive, its companies are increasinglylooking to expand internationally to unlock new […]

Global Economic Trends and Local Insights The US economy recovered in July after a contraction the previous month. US retail sales bounced back in June, pointing to stronger consumer spending. China’s official manufacturing PMI declined slightly, indicating a slowdown in economic momentum. China also posted positive quarterly growth, exceeding the 5% mark. In the eurozone, […]

Global Economic Trends and Local Insights US non-farm payrolls increased slightly in May, with job gains continuing but at a slower pace than in April. The US and China, the world’s two largest economies, met in London to advance trade discussions. They aimed to build mutual understanding, strengthen co-operation, and reduce miscommunication. The OECD forecasts […]

Global Economic Trends and Local Insights Source: Graviton Perspectives In May, the US and China reached an agreement to reduce the reciprocal tariffs previously imposed on Chinese goods. Meanwhile, the UK economy posted solid growth in Q1 2025, outperforming all other G7 nations during the same period. In a significant development, Moody’s became the third […]