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Eurozone's Economic Stagnation: A Closer Look at Q4 2024 GDP Figures

The Eurozone's GDP showed no growth in Q4 2024, with a 0.1% increase in the EU. Italy's economy rose by 1.5%, while Ireland's GDP fell by 1.3%. Annual growth was 0.7% in the euro a...

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Eurozone Faces Slight Uptick in Unemployment, Reaching 6.3% in December 2024

The Eurozone's unemployment rate slightly increased to 6.3% in December 2024, with Spain and Greece facing the highest rates, while Czechia, Malta, and Poland reported the lowest f...

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Italy's Unemployment Rate Climbs to 6.2% in December, Surpassing Expectations

Italy's unemployment rate rose to 6.2% in December, exceeding expectations. Employment rates showed a mixed trend, with a slight increase among men but a decrease among women. Over...

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Eurozone Sees Uplift in Consumer Confidence and Economic Sentiment in January

In January, the Eurozone and EU saw a slight improvement in consumer confidence and economic sentiment, with indicators showing positive trends. Employment expectations also improv...

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Swiss Economy Shows Promising Signs of Recovery in January: KOF Report

The Swiss economy experienced a notable recovery in January, with the KOF Economic Barometer rising to 101.6 points. Sectors like manufacturing and hospitality saw positive develop...

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Fed Chair Powell Signals No Rush to Alter Policy Amid Steady Inflation and Strong Labor Market

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated there's no immediate need to adjust the Fed's policy stance, citing steady inflation and a strong labor market. The Fed's policy framewor...

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Jerome Powell Confirms No Communication with Trump on Interest Rates

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has confirmed no communication with President Trump on interest rates, emphasizing the Fed's independence. This follows Trump's recent call for ...

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Jerome Powell Affirms Commitment to 2% Inflation Target Amid Economic Shifts

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell reaffirms the central bank's commitment to a 2% inflation target, emphasizing its importance as a global standard for economic stability and gro...