| Today's Economy
Economic Roundup: Holding Steady While openings ticked down, the hiring, quits and layoff rates all held in December. LatAm Daily Briefing: The Upcoming Population Drag A declining population will reduce the labor force and hinder long-term economic growth. Europe Daily Briefing: Choppy Waters Markets felt the pain as global trade tensions escalate. BoE Preview: Expect an Interest Rate Cut This Week The central bank will reiterate a gradual approach to further cuts in 2025. » VIEW MORE TODAY'S ECONOMY
Commentary
Not All Oil Shocks Are Equal: A Case Down Under Kiwis feel a sharper inflationary sting than Aussies, especially from oil supply shocks. The Trade War Commences The nascent trade war will fuel higher inflation, raise interest rates, and curtail economic growth—but to what end? The GCC's Resilient Housing Market Housing in the Gulf Cooperation Council countries has remained strong in the face of global headwinds. U.S. Chartbook: Signs of the Times The U.S. economy slowed at the end of 2024, but growth remained above trend. » VIEW MORE COMMENTARY
Today's Economic Indicators
United States
Bankruptcy Filings
2024Q4: 11.7% y/y
Consumer finances remain broadly strong, but with pockets of weakness that are pushing up bankruptcy filings. United States
Factory Orders (M3)
Dec. 2024: -0.9% m/m
U.S. factory orders fell sharply in the final month of 2024. United States
Job Openings and Labor Turnover Survey
Dec. 2024: 7,600 ths
The December JOLTS report portrays a labor market that is holding the line. United States
Vehicle Sales - BEA
Jan. 2025: 15.6 mil, SAAR
In January, U.S. new light vehicle sales declined after a strong finish to 2024. New Zealand
Employment Situation
2024Q4: 5.1%
South Korea
Consumer Price Index
Jan. 2025:
Philippines
Consumer Price Index
Jan. 2025:
Indonesia
GDP
2024Q4:
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