US CPI Growth Slows in May 2025: A Small but Notable Shift
The latest data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose just 0.1% in May 2025—slower than April’s 0.2% increase and below market expectations of another 0.2% rise. This slower US CPI growth...
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European Markets Dip Amid US-China Trade Talks Uncertainty
European Markets saw stocks closed lower on Tuesday as investors grew cautious about prolonged US-China trade negotiations. The STOXX 50 fell 0.4% while the broader STOXX 600 declined 0.3%, with banking stocks leading losses after Switzerland proposed stricter capital requirements for UBS. Key...
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Japan’s Machine Tool Orders Grow at Slower Pace
Japan’s machine tool orders rose 3.4% YoY in May 2025, marking the eighth straight month of growth—but the slowest pace in this period, signaling weakening domestic demand. Here’s what you need to know. Key Highlights 📌 Total Orders: ¥12.87T (↑3.4% YoY) – weakest growth in 8 months📌 Domestic...
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Australian Business Confidence Turns Positive
After months of sluggish sentiment, Australian businesses are finally showing cautious optimism but the rebound comes with major caveats. Let’s dive into the latest NAB survey and what it means for markets. Key Takeaways at a Glance Business Confidence: +2 (up from -1...
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China’s Trade Surplus Surges in May Amid Sharp Import Decline
China’s trade data for May 2025 revealed a significant increase in the trade surplus, reaching $103.22 billion, well above the $81.74 billion recorded in the same month last year—and even beating market expectations of $101.3 billion. 🔍 The driving forces?...
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