Europe’s population is projected to peak in 2029, Moody’s warns of fiscal strain
The EU’s population could peak in 2029, while Moody’s says ageing will pressure growth, pensions and care budgets well before then...
By Sarah Jenkins 13 hours agoChief Macro Economics Correspondent
Sarah Jenkins
Sarah covers central banks, sovereign debt, and the data behind the cycle. She spent eight years at a rates desk before moving to journalism.
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U.S. trade deficit widens to $105.6 billion in August
U.S. imports rose 4.3% in August, outpacing export growth and widening the goods-and-services deficit to $105.6 billion.
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RAF Fairford B-1 bombers reportedly withdrawn amid suspected plot inquiry
U.S. B-1s were reportedly redeployed from RAF Fairford as UKMTO logged two tanker strikes near Iran, responsibility for which the...
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China industrial profits rise 4.2% in August, the slowest pace of 2026
China’s industrial profits rose 4.2% year on year in August, as gains in electronics contrasted with falling auto-sector profits.
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China U.S. orders gauge rises before Trump-Xi summit
A private survey’s U.S.-orders balance rose to 13 in September, though wider Chinese order measures remained weak.
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Goldman Sachs links weak consumer sentiment to broader pessimism
Goldman Sachs says lower reported happiness and institutional trust may help explain weak US sentiment alongside inflation and tra...
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Iran war household cost estimated at $1,760, Moody’s Analytics says
Moody’s Analytics estimates higher energy, borrowing and military costs have added $1,760 per U.S. household since the conflict be...
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Trump and Mayor Mamdani to meet Monday at Gracie Mansion
President Trump and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani will meet at Gracie Mansion during Trump’s U.N. General Assembly visit.
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Bank of England rate decision keeps Bank Rate at 3.75%
The Bank held at 3.75%; the Wall Street Journal said most policymakers saw little sign energy costs had spread to everyday prices.
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UK inflation in August 2026 rises to 3.1% as fuel costs climb
UK CPI inflation rose from 2.9% to 3.1% in August, led by sharply higher petrol, diesel and long-haul airfares.
By Sarah Jenkins 2 weeks ago
House AI regulation recess delays action as lawmakers press for safeguards
The House has left for the campaign period without passing AI legislation, while sponsors press for the FRONTIER Act to advance.
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Alex Karp says AI labs could seek nationalization over liability risks
Palantir’s chief executive said enforceable rules and legal liability should govern AI, while stressing no nationalization policy...
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