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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US Jobless Claims Hold Steady Amid Resilient Labor Market
Initial jobless claims in the US held steady at 213,000 for the week ending November 23, below market expectations of 216,000. This steady performance underscores the enduring strength of the labor market, even as the Federal Reserve’s aggressive monetary tightening...
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US Economy Expands by 2.8% in Q3 2024
The US economy maintained steady growth in the third quarter of 2024, expanding at an annualized rate of 2.8%. This pace matched the advance estimate but was slightly below the 3% growth seen in Q2. The economy’s performance was driven...
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