A Deeply Held Belief Inside the White House President Donald Trump and his senior advisers hold a firm conviction that the US economy is on the brink of a major surge in early 2026. This belief is not framed as cautious optimism but as a near certainty guiding economic strategy and political messaging. At the…
Signs of Slowing Momentum China’s economic performance weakened further in November, highlighting challenges across multiple sectors. Official data showed a notable slowdown in consumer spending, adding to concerns about domestic demand. Retail sales growth fell to its lowest level since 2022, signaling that households remain cautious despite government efforts to stimulate consumption. The slowdown underscores…
Survey Highlights China’s Expanding Global Economic Role A new CGTN survey reveals strong international confidence in China’s economic stability, innovative momentum, and continued openness. Respondents from around the world indicated that China’s development path offers valuable certainty at a time when global markets face rising instability and shifting growth engines. Many participants believe China is…
Gold and Oil Became Key Market Indicators in 2025 Gold and oil quietly became two of the most important economic indicators throughout 2025. While stock market volatility dominated headlines, the movement of these commodities offered deeper insight into global sentiment, inflation expectations, and geopolitical risk. Their performance reflected the world’s struggle with shifting trade relationships,…
TOKYO — December 8, 2025 — Japan is transforming the Osaka-Kansai Expo into a national experiment in circular economy practices, repurposing pavilion materials, reusing structural components, and recycling nearly all remaining waste. As the Expo’s dismantling begins, organizers say the effort could become a global model for sustainable event planning, influencing future international exhibitions, sporting…
WASHINGTON — December 7, 2025 — New data from the Commerce Department shows that inflation remains elevated but is no longer accelerating, offering cautious relief to households heading into the busiest shopping period of the year. While the Federal Reserve is widely expected to cut interest rates next week, consumer sentiment remains divided as families…
Inflation Trends Shape Consumer Confidence New data from the Commerce Department shows inflation remains elevated, but importantly, it is not accelerating. That stabilization offers a modest sense of relief for households still navigating higher prices for essentials like groceries, fuel, and rent. Despite lingering cost pressures, many Americans are reassessing how rising prices affect their…
Central Bank Weighs Policy Adjustment The Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas is signaling that another interest rate cut remains possible as the year draws to a close. Governor Eli Remolona Jr. said the central bank is closely monitoring economic data ahead of its final monetary policy meeting scheduled for December 11. While no decision is guaranteed,…
K-Shaped Pattern Highlights Diverging Financial Paths in the United States The K-shaped economy describes a divide where wealthy Americans enjoy rising incomes while others face stagnation. Analysts say the pattern explains strong markets existing alongside widening financial pressures. Economists note that this divide complicates interpretations of broader economic performance. Traditional indicators appear strong, yet many…
Shutdown Lasts for the Third Longest Time Without a Breakthrough The federal government has now been shut down for 20 consecutive days, marking the third-longest closure in U.S. history after the Senate failed for the 11th time to pass a funding resolution. Federal workers remain unpaid, public services are deteriorating, and no compromise appears imminent.…
