U.S. Manufacturing PMI Falls in April 2025: Signs of Persistent Industry Contraction
The ISM U.S. Manufacturing PMI fell to 48.7 in April 2025, down from 49.0 in March, slightly above the market forecast of 48.0. This marks the second consecutive month of contraction in the U.S. Manufacturing PMI sector, signaling persistent challenges...
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Bank of Japan Holds Interest Rates Steady Amid Dimming Outlook
In its May 2025 meeting, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) decided to keep its short-term interest rate unchanged at 0.5%, the highest level since 2008 and in line with market expectations. The decision was made unanimously, reflecting the bank’s cautious...
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U.S. Economy Contracts in Q1 2025: A Surprising Shift from Growth to Contraction
According to the initial estimate, the U.S. economy shrank at an annualized rate of 0.3% in the first quarter of 2025—the first contraction since Q1 2022 and sharply below market expectations for 0.3% growth. This marks a dramatic reversal from...
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Germany’s Economy Grows in Q1 2025 — Recovery in Sight or Just a Pause in Recession?
Germany’s economy showed a glimmer of life in the first quarter of 2025, posting a modest 0.2% quarterly GDP growth, exactly in line with expectations. This uptick ends a streak of contraction—but only temporarily. On an annual basis, the German...
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China’s Manufacturing Momentum Slows in April: Growth Persists, but Headwinds Strengthen
Despite holding above the threshold that separates growth from contraction, China’s factory activity slowed in April, revealing signs of mounting pressure on the world’s second-largest economy. The Caixin China General Manufacturing PMI fell to 50.4 from March’s reading, marking its...
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