Citi forecasts 2 RBA rate hikes in 2026, February followed by May, as inflation risks rise

Citi predicts 2 RBA rate hikes in 2026, starting with a surprise move in February, followed by another in May. Find...

China yuan hits 14-month high even as weak consumer demand clouds economic growth outlook

China’s yuan hits 14-month high despite weak consumer demand. Industrial output slows, retail sales plummet, and car sales take a nosedive....

RBNZ Governor Breman: If economy evolves as expected, current 2.5% rate likely remains

RBNZ Governor Breman hints at stable interest rates despite economic recovery. Will the OCR remain at 2.25%? Financial markets react to...

WhatsApp’s biggest market is becoming its toughest test

Indian government issues ultimatum to Meta over WhatsApp operations. What drastic changes could be in store for the messaging app’s largest...

China Vanke fails to secure delay on $284m bond payment, gets just 5 days breathing space

China Vanke’s $284 million bond payment faces imminent deadline after failed delay attempt. With just 5 days to spare, the state-backed...

UK asking house prices fall sharply in December, Rightmove says

House prices in the UK take a surprising plunge in December, with average asking prices dropping more than expected, according to...

Dave Ramsey warns Americans on Social Security, 401(k)s

Best: Dave Ramsey shocks Americans with dire warning about Social Security and 401(k)s. The financial guru’s latest advice could change how...

Bank of Japan Tankan shows large manufacturing index improved from Q3

Bank of Japan Tankan survey reveals surprising trends in corporate sentiment. Large manufacturers hold steady, while profit expectations weaken. What’s behind...

BOJ official says Tankan shows easing trade fears but rising cost pressures

BOJ official reveals surprising findings from Tankan survey, easing trade fears but raising cost pressures. Japanese firms cite unexpected factors impacting...

NZD forecast downgraded as NZIER cuts near-term growth outlook

NZD forecast slashed as growth outlook takes a hit – NZIER’s latest report reveals a grim 0.9% GDP growth forecast for...