Australia Judo Bank Manufacturing PMI
Australia’s manufacturing sector faced continued challenges in October, with the Judo Bank Manufacturing PMI inching up slightly to 47.3 from September’s 46.7. This minor improvement still reflects a contraction in activity, marking the ninth consecutive month of decline. Reduced demand,...
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United States Core PCE Price Index
In September 2024, the US core Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index—a key inflation measure closely watched by the Federal Reserve—increased by 0.3% from the previous month. This represents the highest monthly rise in five months and aligns with market...
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Canada’s GDP Shows Modest Growth in September 2024
Canada’s GDP is expected to have grown by 0.3% in September 2024, showing positive momentum after a flat performance in August. Economic activity was notably bolstered by gains in finance, insurance, construction, and retail trade, helping offset weaknesses in areas...
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Euro Area Inflation Rate
In October 2024, inflation in the Eurozone reached 2%, marking a rise from September’s rate of 1.7%. This recent increase, though slight, has brought the inflation rate in line with the European Central Bank’s (ECB) target. After months of low...
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Bank of Japan Holds Interest Rates Steady
In its October meeting, the Bank of Japan (BoJ) decided to keep its short-term interest rate unchanged at 0.25%, a level last reached in 2008. This decision aligns with market expectations and reflects the central bank’s cautious stance amid a...
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