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Uncertain Economic Outlook: Fed's Williams Highlights Policy Impacts on Growth and Inflation

Federal Reserve Bank of New York President John Williams discusses the uncertain economic outlook, highlighting the impacts of various policies on growth and inflation. He projects...

Economy

US Inflation Hits 2.9% in December, Surpassing Expectations and Previous Rates

The US annual inflation rate rose to 2.9% in December, up from 2.7% in November, matching expectations. The CPI grew by 0.4% monthly, with energy and food indices showing mixed tre...

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Larry Fink of BlackRock Highlights Impending Insurance Crisis Post LA Wildfires

BlackRock's CEO Larry Fink warns of a looming insurance crisis in the U.S. following the LA fires, which have caused significant damage and loss. Amidst this, BlackRock reports a 2...

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OPEC Optimistic: Global GDP Growth to Hit 3.1% by 2025 Amid Economic Shifts

OPEC forecasts global GDP growth to reach 3.1% by 2025, with significant contributions from the US, India, and China. Economic expansion is contingent on falling inflation and caut...

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OPEC Maintains Steady Oil Demand Outlook for 2025 Amid Global Economic Shifts

OPEC maintains its global oil demand growth forecast for 2025 at 1.4 million barrels per day, driven by strong air travel, road mobility, and industrial activities in non-OECD coun...

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Italy's Public Debt Hits Record High of €3 Trillion: A Deep Dive into the Numbers

Italy's public debt has reached a record high of €3.0052 trillion in November, as reported by the country's central bank. The increase is largely due to the accumulation of Treasur...

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US Mortgage Applications Surge by 33.3%: A Sign of Economic Revival?

Mortgage applications in the U.S. have surged by 33.3%, with the average interest rate for 30-year fixed-rate mortgages rising to 7.09%. This significant increase, reported by the ...

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Janet Yellen Praises Biden's Economic Policies for Steering the US Economy on a Strong Path

US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen praises President Biden's economic policies for setting the US economy on a strong path, highlighting the American Rescue Plan's role in mitigati...