Today's Economy Europe Daily Briefing: Marginal Increase Euro zone economic sentiment ekes out growth in November, but risks persist. Asia-Pacific Daily Briefing: A Surprise Rate Cut in South Korea A cut seemed unlikely for many reasons. Europe Daily Briefing: Changing Tides The number of French job seekers is at its highest since September 2022. Economic Roundup: Ceasefire in Lebanon The Mideast agreement is a positive development, while U.S. economic data were strong ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. » VIEW MORE TODAY'S ECONOMY
Commentary Macroeconomics of Trump and the Euro Zone The incoming U.S. president is bad news for the bloc, but the impact should be manageable. Asia-Pacific Outlook: The Tariff Threat The economy is performing well, and inflation is easing, but renewed tariff risks cloud the sky. The Impact of Trump’s Policies on the U.K. Economy Tariffs will weigh on growth while adding to inflation pressures. Global Energy Outlook: Offsetting Factors Keep Prices Steady Lackluster demand remains the dominant theme of the oil market. » VIEW MORE COMMENTARY
Today's Economic Indicators
Euro Zone Business and Consumer Sentiment Nov. 2024: 95.8 The euro zone’s economic sentiment indicator rose to 95.8 in November from 95.7 in October, beating our expectations of a further decline. Belgium Consumer Price Index Nov. 2024: 3.2% y/y In November, Belgium’s CPI inflation rate remained at 3.2% y/y, unchanged from October. Canada Balance of International Payments 2024Q3: -C$3.2 bil Canada's current account deficit narrowed to $3.2 billion in the third quarter, seasonally adjusted, $1.5 billion smaller than the previous quarter. Canada Earnings, Hours and Employment Sep. 2024: 5.2% y/y The number of employees receiving pay and benefits from their employer changed fell in September by a 57,400 (-0.3%) positions after changing little in August and increasing by 39,500 (+0.2%) in July. South Korea Industrial Production Oct. 2024: South Korea Retail Sales Oct. 2024: Japan Employment Situation Oct. 2024: Japan Industrial Production Oct. 2024: » VIEW MORE ECONOMIC INDICATORS |