Canada’s GDP Growth Slows in Q3 2024
Canada’s economy expanded by 0.3% in the third quarter of 2024, a slowdown from the 0.5% growth recorded in the first two quarters. This pace aligns with market expectations but reflects a more moderate economic performance as certain sectors faced...
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Eurozone Inflation Hits 2.3% in November 2024
Eurozone inflation accelerated to 2.3% in November 2024, marking a rise from 2% in October. This increase was largely anticipated, with analysts predicting higher inflation due to base effects from last year’s sharp declines in energy prices, which are no...
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Retail Sales in Germany Fall in October 2024
Germany’s retail sector faced a challenging month in October 2024, with sales dropping 1.5% compared to the previous month. This decline came after a revised 1.6% increase in September, showing a stark contrast to analysts’ expectations of a more modest...
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Japan’s Consumer Confidence Index Edges Up in November 2024
Japan’s consumer confidence index showed a slight improvement in November 2024, rising to 36.4 from October’s five-month low of 36.2. This increase came in line with market forecasts and suggests that households in Japan are feeling somewhat more optimistic about...
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ANZ Business Outlook Declines in November
New Zealand’s ANZ Business Outlook Index fell to 64.9 in November 2024, down from October’s decade-high of 65.7. This slight dip reflects a mixed economic landscape as businesses navigate fluctuating market conditions. While some indicators signal easing pressures, others point...
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