In This Trade War, Starbucks Just Put Its Money on China September 3, 2018 Investments Donald Trump's assertion that he has China on the run is challenged one espresso shot at a time. The president brags that a weakening in China's currency, the yuan, and a slide in the country's stock market are proof that Continue reading → Investments china, China Renminbi Spot, Consumer Spending, currency, Exports, food, Guangzhou, Jack Yun Ma, STARBUCKS CORP, view, War
Philippine GDP Growth Exceeds 6% for a Ninth Consecutive Quarter November 23, 2017 Investments The Philippine economy grew more than 6 percent for a ninth consecutive quarter, cementing its position as one of the fastest-expanding in the world. Key Points Gross domestic product increased 6.9 percent in the third quarter from a year earlier, Continue reading → Investments Business, china, Consumer Spending, currency, GDP, Infrastructure, Interest Rates, Japan, Manila, markets, Philippines, World Bank
The Brexit economy: the storm clouds are gathering November 8, 2017 Investments Guardian analysis of key economic figures paints a picture of deepening gloom, with rising inflation denting consumer spending and investment The Bank of England is seriously considering raising rates for the first time in 10 years against a backdrop of Continue reading → Investments Austerity, Bank of England, Brexit, Business, Consumer Spending, Currencies, Economic growth (GDP), Economic policy, Economic recovery, Economics, European Union, Foreign policy, Inflation, Interest Rates, Mark Carney, politics, Sterling, UK news
U.S. Growth at Above-Forecast 3% on Consumers and Businesses November 3, 2017 Investments The U.S. economy expanded at a faster pace than forecast in the third quarter, indicating resilient demand from consumers and businesses even with the hit from hurricanes Harvey and Irma, Commerce Department data showed Friday. Highlights of Third-Quarter GDP (First Continue reading → Investments Consumer Spending, Exports, Federal Reserve, Florida, GDP, Generic 1st 'CL' Future, Intellectual Property, markets, Price Index, Texas, U.S. Economy