On Tuesday, data showed that U.S. job openings in February had dropped to their lowest level in almost two years, indicating that higher rates were starting to impact the labor market.
Go Deeper (2 min read)New research suggests that demographic and other trends existing prior to the COVID-19 pandemic are responsible for most of the remaining shortfall in U.S. labor force participation.
Go Deeper (2 min read)On Thursday, the US dollar was on track to experience its longest losing streak in two-and-a-half years after the Federal Reserve hinted that it may end interest rate hikes, which investors believe are no longer necessary.
Go Deeper (2 min read)Japan's top government spokesperson reassured the markets that the country's banking system was stable and would not be affected by the banking sector woes in the US and Europe.
Go Deeper (3 min read)Credit Suisse has announced that it will borrow up to $54 billion from the Swiss central bank in order to stabilize its liquidity and restore investor confidence.
Go Deeper (2 min read)The International Monetary Fund has even increased their prediction for global growth in 2023, and the once inevitable European recession is now not seen as such a big concern.
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Central bankers believe that by setting an inflation target, they establish credibility for themselves and help individuals and businesses plan in ways that will help to keep inflation under control.
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Since Russia's invasion of Ukraine in January, investor sentiment in Germany has improved for the first time. This is another indication that the slowdown in Europe's largest economy may not be as severe as initially anticipated.
Go Deeper (2 min read)Microsoft Corp. announced it was cutting 10,000 jobs, making it the latest tech giant to do so amid worries about the state of the world economy.
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Due to the sharp interest rate increases that have caused substantial losses for mainstream investors and equity experts, hedge funds that trade bonds and currencies are on course to enjoy their greatest year since the global financial crisis.
Go Deeper (3 min read)Even though this recession may be one of the most expected in history, it could still be painful.
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