Independent Journalism · Est. 2026
ACUMEN
World
National
Technology
Culture
Economy
Newsletter
For YouWorldNationalTechnologyCultureEconomyNewsletter
ACUMEN

Context-first journalism for a world overwhelmed by noise.

Get the App

Download for Android

Coverage

  • World
  • National
  • Technology
  • Economy
  • Culture
  • Newsletter

Company

  • About
  • Press
  • Ethics Policy
© 2026 Acumen News. All rights reserved.
PrivacyTermsCookies
Independent Journalism · Est. 2026
ACUMEN
World
National
Technology
Culture
Economy
Newsletter
For YouWorldNationalTechnologyCultureEconomyNewsletter
ACUMEN

Context-first journalism for a world overwhelmed by noise.

Get the App

Download for Android

Coverage

  • World
  • National
  • Technology
  • Economy
  • Culture
  • Newsletter

Company

  • About
  • Press
  • Ethics Policy
© 2026 Acumen News. All rights reserved.
PrivacyTermsCookies
Independent Journalism · Est. 2026
ACUMEN
World
National
Technology
Culture
Economy
Newsletter
For YouWorldNationalTechnologyCultureEconomyNewsletter
All Stories

Economy

1264 articles · sorted by newest first

AllMarkets & FinanceMacro & PolicyLabor & TradeCrypto & Digital Assets

Latest in Economy

Latest in Economy
20 results
Economy 9/15/2026

Kiwi Banks Hike Mortgages Fully, Leave Savers Behind: FMA Flags Disparity

New data from New Zealand's Financial Markets Authority (FMA), released today, reveals a stark difference in how major banks are handling recent interest rate increases. The FMA found that while the latest 0.25 percentage point rise in the Official Cash Rate (OCR) was fully passed on to customers with variable mortgage rates, many savers saw little to no increase in their on-call savings accounts. This means borrowers are feeling the pinch immediately, while those saving money aren't getting the full benefit of higher rates.

Editorial Team1 min
Kiwi Banks Hike Mortgages Fully, Leave Savers Behind: FMA Flags Disparity
Economy 9/15/2026

China's Housing Slump Deepens: Economy Under Pressure as Prices Fall Again

China's housing market continues its prolonged downturn, with new home prices falling for the third consecutive month in August 2026, marking another significant drag on the broader Chinese economy. Data released by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) today shows new home prices dipped 0.1% month-on-month, matching declines seen in June and July. While the annual decline narrowed slightly to 3.0% from 3.2% in July, it's the 38th straight month of annual price drops, indicating deep-seated issues that are hindering domestic demand and growth.

Editorial Team1 min
China's Housing Slump Deepens: Economy Under Pressure as Prices Fall Again
Economy 9/15/2026

Australia's Retirement Comfort Gap Widens as Living Costs Outpace Pensions

Australian retirees are facing an escalating financial challenge, with the weekly income needed for a 'comfortable' retirement jumping sharply. The Association of Superannuation Funds of Australia (ASFA) has just released its latest Retirement Standard, revealing that a homeowner couple now requires $1,513 per week, or nearly $79,000 annually, while a single needs $1,076 weekly, or over $56,000 a year, to maintain a comfortable lifestyle. This significant increase, driven by a surging cost of living, underscores a growing 'super gap' with the government's Age Pension, leaving many Australians far short of their desired retirement.

Editorial Team1 min
Economy 9/14/2026

Canada's Inflation Holds Steady at 3% in August, Bank of Canada Watch Intensifies

Statistics Canada announced this morning that the annual inflation rate for August 2026 remained steady at three per cent, matching July's figures and aligning with expectations from economists. This consistent reading reveals a mixed picture: while a slowdown in rising gasoline costs offered some relief, higher rent and travel prices kept the overall Consumer Price Index from falling.

Editorial Team1 min
Canada's Inflation Holds Steady at 3% in August, Bank of Canada Watch Intensifies
Economy 9/14/2026

India and Canada Push for Landmark Trade Deal, Eyeing $50 Billion Boost by 2030

India and Canada have kicked off their fourth round of negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) this week in New Delhi, aiming to finalize the ambitious trade pact by the end of 2026. These crucial five-day talks, running from September 14 to 18, focus on core areas like goods, services, rules of origin, and technical barriers to trade, signaling a determined push to significantly deepen economic ties between the two nations.

Editorial Team1 min
India and Canada Push for Landmark Trade Deal, Eyeing $50 Billion Boost by 2030
Economy 9/14/2026

Singapore Auctions Billions in Seized Luxury Assets After Landmark Money Laundering Bust

Singapore is currently selling off a staggering S$3 billion (approximately US$2.4 billion) worth of luxury cars, designer handbags, sparkling jewels, and high-end apartments, all seized in the nation's biggest-ever money laundering bust. This massive liquidation, which kicked off in September 2026 and will run in phases until mid-2027, follows the conviction and deportation of ten foreign nationals linked to an illicit gambling ring. With over 1,000 luxury items and 80 properties going under the hammer, the auctions have already seen significant public interest.

Editorial Team1 min
Singapore Auctions Billions in Seized Luxury Assets After Landmark Money Laundering Bust
Economy 9/14/2026

AI Safety Fears Reshape Wall Street: Software Soars, Chip Stocks Stumble

Wall Street is seeing a dramatic shift as investors increasingly back software companies while betting against chipmakers, a strategy known as a 'pair trade', driven by fresh concerns over AI's rapid development. Today, September 14, 2026, software stocks are showing historic outperformance against semiconductors, directly reacting to calls from AI leaders like Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei for a more cautious approach to AI progress. This unexpected split highlights a re-evaluation of where value truly lies in the AI-driven tech landscape.

Editorial Team1 min
AI Safety Fears Reshape Wall Street: Software Soars, Chip Stocks Stumble
Economy 9/14/2026

UK Rent Crisis Deepens: Soaring Mortgage Rates Trap Aspiring Homeowners, Choking Supply

The UK's rental crisis has worsened significantly, with property supply falling for the first time in three years and average rents projected to jump by up to 5% by year-end. This crunch is largely fueled by soaring mortgage rates that are trapping aspiring homeowners in the rental market, driving up demand while new listings remain scarce. Data from property portal Zoopla reveals that rental supply dropped 3% year-on-year by July 2026, a sharp reversal from a period of recovery, making it harder for millions to find affordable housing.

Editorial Team1 min
UK Rent Crisis Deepens: Soaring Mortgage Rates Trap Aspiring Homeowners, Choking Supply
Economy 9/14/2026

Brent Crude Soars Past $108: India Braces for Inflation, Rupee Headwinds

Brent crude oil prices have surged past $108 per barrel, hitting a four-month high on September 14, 2026, primarily fueled by escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia that have severely disrupted oil supplies and shipping routes. This sharp increase, a nearly 20% jump in the last month alone, puts immense pressure on India's economy, which relies on imports for over 90% of its crude oil needs.

Editorial Team1 min
Economy 9/14/2026

Asia Stocks Tremble as Oil Spikes and US, Japan Brace for Rate Hikes

Asian stock markets stumbled on Monday as global crude oil prices shot past $100 a barrel, fueled by fresh geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. Investors are now anxiously awaiting likely interest rate hikes from both the United States Federal Reserve and the Bank of Japan later this week, a double punch that could slow down economic growth worldwide.

Editorial Team1 min
Asia Stocks Tremble as Oil Spikes and US, Japan Brace for Rate Hikes
Economy 9/14/2026

Egypt and India Push $12 Billion Trade Goal, Al-Sisi Urges Iran to Cool Regional Tensions

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi is pushing for a major jump in trade with India, aiming for $12 billion, while also urging Iran to stop worsening regional conflicts. These important talks happened during the recent BRICS Summit in New Delhi, showing Egypt's twin goals of economic growth and stability in the Middle East. President Al-Sisi met with Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi to boost investment and also spoke with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian about calming tensions.

Editorial Team1 min
Economy 9/14/2026

Global Finance Goes Blockchain: Singapore Banks Lead Swift's Digital Payment Shift

In a pivotal shift for global finance, major Singaporean banks, DBS and Citi, have successfully completed blockchain-enabled transactions for the Singapore Dollar (SGD) on SWIFT's new digital ledger. This groundbreaking move builds on their earlier achievement of the first weekend USD payment between Singapore and the US via tokenized deposits, underscoring a rapid acceleration in making international money transfers faster, cheaper, and available 24/7.

Editorial Team1 min
Economy 9/14/2026

Grocery Bills to Soar: Skyrocketing Diesel Prices Threaten American Wallets

American households are bracing for an even harsher reality at the supermarket checkout as a sharp rise in diesel prices threatens to push grocery bills significantly higher. This latest surge in fuel costs directly impacts the vast trucking networks that deliver nearly every item from farm to store, meaning the everyday food items we rely on will soon carry a steeper price tag. This isn't just about a few cents; economists are warning of a considerable inflationary wave that could ripple through the entire food supply chain, squeezing already stretched household budgets.

Editorial Team1 min
Grocery Bills to Soar: Skyrocketing Diesel Prices Threaten American Wallets
Economy 9/13/2026

German Firms Pour Billions into China, Slashing US Investment Amid Trade Tensions

German companies dramatically ramped up their direct investment in China by one-third during the first half of 2026, injecting an additional 5.6 billion euros into the Asian powerhouse. This surge comes as a new report from the German Economic Institute (IW) reveals a stark contrast: German investment in the United States plummeted by nearly two-thirds, reaching just 4.3 billion euros, largely due to ongoing trade tensions and US tariffs. The shift underscores a growing divergence in global investment strategies for Germany, prioritizing China despite European calls to reduce economic reliance.

Editorial Team1 min
German Firms Pour Billions into China, Slashing US Investment Amid Trade Tensions
Economy 9/13/2026

India and Iran Eye Stronger Economic Ties Amidst BRICS Push for Local Currency Trade

India's Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and her Iranian counterpart, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, met today in New Delhi, seizing the sidelines of the BRICS Summit to turbocharge economic cooperation. Their discussions centered on boosting trade, enhancing financial engagement, and exploring alternative payment methods, a crucial move as India chairs the expanded BRICS bloc in 2026. This high-level meeting underscores a shared resolve to deepen economic ties, especially as Iran, a new BRICS member, actively seeks to mitigate the impact of Western sanctions.

Editorial Team1 min
Economy 9/13/2026

Bank of England Set to Maintain Rates, Signals Readiness to Counter Rising Inflation

The Bank of England is widely anticipated to keep its benchmark interest rate, known as the Bank Rate, steady at 3.75% for the sixth consecutive meeting when its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) convenes on September 17, 2026. Despite this expected 'wait-and-see' approach, the central bank remains on high alert, with experts warning it 'needs to be ready' to increase rates if inflation continues its upward trajectory, fueled by surging energy costs. This decision comes amidst growing divisions within the MPC, as three members have consistently pushed for an immediate rate hike in previous meetings.

Editorial Team1 min
Bank of England Set to Maintain Rates, Signals Readiness to Counter Rising Inflation
Economy 9/13/2026

BRICS Trade Surge Set to Lure Trillions in Sovereign Wealth Investments

A massive surge in trade among BRICS nations could unlock trillions in capital from sovereign wealth funds, according to Lakshmi Narayanan Ramanujan, Chairman of the Board at the Sovereign Wealth Fund Institute (SWFI), speaking at the BRICS Summit 2026 in New Delhi. He emphasized that for this to happen, the bloc needs to move beyond broad agreements and establish specific bilateral trade pacts, enabling member economies to better absorb this significant capital. Currently, a large portion of sovereign wealth portfolios are heavily focused on the US market, leaving BRICS nations with immense untapped potential.

Editorial Team1 min
BRICS Trade Surge Set to Lure Trillions in Sovereign Wealth Investments
Economy 9/13/2026

Canada Rolls Out Red Carpet: Doctoral Visas Fast-Tracked to Fuel Research Boom

In a bold move to snag the world's brightest minds, Canada has slashed processing times for doctoral study permits to a lightning-fast two weeks, effective since January 1, 2026. This isn't just about speed; it's a strategic shift by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) to prioritize high-caliber research talent, giving doctoral candidates and their families a much smoother path to studying and eventually working in the country. This comes as Ottawa doubles down on attracting top-tier academics, even while overall international student numbers are being reined in.

Editorial Team1 min
Canada Rolls Out Red Carpet: Doctoral Visas Fast-Tracked to Fuel Research Boom
Economy 9/13/2026

Middle East Turmoil Fuels Rs 14,474 Crore FPI Exodus from Indian Markets

Indian financial markets are feeling the heat this September, with Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) pulling out a significant Rs 14,474 crore so far, marking a sharp reversal from positive inflows in July and August. This abrupt capital outflow is directly linked to escalating geopolitical tensions across the Middle East, particularly fresh military confrontations between the United States and Iran, coupled with intensifying conflicts in Yemen. The uncertainty has triggered a global 'risk-off' sentiment, pushing investors to seek safer havens and exit riskier assets like Indian equities.

Editorial Team1 min
Middle East Turmoil Fuels Rs 14,474 Crore FPI Exodus from Indian Markets
Economy 9/13/2026

BRICS Greenlights Grain Exchange, Targeting Global Food Security and Dollar-Free Trade

The BRICS bloc has officially endorsed the creation of a BRICS Grain Exchange, a major outcome of the recently concluded New Delhi Declaration at the 18th BRICS Summit. This move, heavily championed by Russia, signals a concrete step towards establishing an independent agricultural trading platform designed to reduce reliance on Western-dominated commodity exchanges and the US dollar for global food transactions. With a pilot program slated for this year and full operations by 2027, the initiative aims to reshape agricultural trade dynamics for a significant portion of the world.

Editorial Team1 min
BRICS Greenlights Grain Exchange, Targeting Global Food Security and Dollar-Free Trade
‹ Prev1…1112131415…64Next ›

Page 13 of 64 · 1264 articles

ACUMEN

Context-first journalism for a world overwhelmed by noise.

Get the App

Download for Android

Coverage

  • World
  • National
  • Technology
  • Economy
  • Culture
  • Newsletter

Company

  • About
  • Press
  • Ethics Policy
© 2026 Acumen News. All rights reserved.
PrivacyTermsCookies