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A ‘jobless boom’ is shaping up to be the story of the 2026 economy
21+ min ago (611+ words) The US economy continues to surprise on the upside " except when it comes to jobs. Hot growth, as seen in this week's GDP report, typically corresponds to stronger hiring and personal earnings, which then enable consumers to continue spending. However,…...
Bitcoin Bulls Target Comeback as Musk Forecasts Economic Boom
21+ min ago (527+ words) Elon Musk forecasts that the American economy will improve by double-digit rates in half a year and triple-digit rates in five years. Traders of Bitcoin are seeking a recovery since the Fed has reduced rates, and macroeconomic moods are improving....
Japan's cabinet approves record $785 billion budget, vows to keep debt in check
33+ min ago (328+ words) Friday, 26 Dec 2025 Sanae Takaichi, Japan's prime minister, leaves after a press conference at the prime minister's office in Tokyo, Japan December 17, 2025. Kiyoshi Ota/Pool via REUTERS TOKYO, Dec 26 (Reuters) - "Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi's cabinet on Friday approved a "record…...
China's steady foreign trade growth expected to anchor global stability
1+ hour, 3+ min ago (1565+ words) Friday, 26 Dec 2025 China's foreign trade sector is poised for steady growth in 2026, driven by rising global competitiveness of its exports and enhanced diversification of trading partners, as well as an increasingly open domestic market that translates into expanding imports, said…...
Asian shares mixed; gold, silver hit record highs
1+ hour, 7+ min ago (250+ words) The prices of gold and silver surged to records, extending their sharp gains for the year as investors including central banks have stocked up on the precious metals, which are viewed as safe havens in times of uncertainty. The price…...
What will happen to mortgage rates in 2026, according to experts
1+ hour, 22+ min ago (295+ words) Experts believe some mortgage customers could see rates of below 3 per cent by the end of 2026 Mortgage rates are expected to fall further over 2026, experts say, in good news for homeowners. The cheapest fixed deals on the mortgage market currently…...
UK shoppers to spend £3.6 billion in Boxing Day sales
1+ hour, 22+ min ago (472+ words) Bargain hunting Boxing Day shoppers are predicted to splurge a billion pounds less today (Friday) than last year as the cost-of-living crisis hits traditional seasonal sales. According to Barclays, it appears high street shoppers are feeling the pinch this Christmas,…...
Over 20,000 food, beverage items' prices surge in Japan in 2025 amid rising costs
1+ hour, 23+ min ago (212+ words) TOKYO - A Japanese research institute said Friday that 20,609 food and beverage products were subject to price increases in 2025, mainly due to rising ingredient and labor costs, highlighting the growing burden on households. Occurring against the backdrop of a weakening yen,…...
Seven states see trade growth in November as exports climb 7%
1+ hour, 29+ min ago (310+ words) Friday, 26 Dec 2025 KUALA LUMPUR: Seven states recorded an increase in total trade worth RM229.4bil in November 2025, while four states posted higher levels of total trade, exports and imports, according to the Statistics Department (DOSM). Malaysia's total trade in November 2025 stood at…...
Postal interest rates 2026: What may change under PF as NSC remains a safe bet
1+ hour, 34+ min ago (273+ words) The National Savings Certificate (NSC) currently offers an annual interest rate of 7.7% with a fixed maturity period of five years. Since theTe interest is compounded every year and paid at maturity, ... Postal savings schemes have once again come into focus…...