Economy

China’s easy money floods metals markets as real economy falters
China’s easy money floods metals markets as real economy falters
Copper, gold and silver all hit record highs, and activity on Chinese futures markets has soaredPublished Fri, Feb 6, 2026 · 01:49 PMWITH ample cash but fewer investment options,...
JAY GOLDBERG: Time to open up domestic economy is now
Breadcrumb Trail LinksMoneyNewsOpinionColumnistsPublished Feb 01, 2026  •  Last updated 2 hours ago  •  3 minute read You can save this article by registering for free here. Or sign-in if you...
MEJIA, ALIAKBARI: Ottawa’s ‘green economy’ fails to fulfil promise
Breadcrumb Trail LinksNewsOpinionColumnistsSo, what economic benefits did Canadians receive for all these billions? Not much. Despite the massive rise in government spending, the green sector’s share of Canada’s economic...
JOCK FINLAYSON: Dark clouds loom over Canada’s economy in 2026
Breadcrumb Trail LinksNewsOpinionColumnistsSince the start of 2025, our principal trading partner has been ruled by a president who seems determined to unravel the post-war global economic and security order...
Thai baht is too strong, impacting economy, finance minister says
Thai baht is too strong, impacting economy, finance minister says
[BANGKOK] Thailand’s baht is too strong and affecting its export-driven economy, the country’s finance minister said on Monday (Dec 15), as the currency reached its highest level against the...
Fed officials split over risks to US economy going into 2026
Fed officials split over risks to US economy going into 2026
The Fed cut its benchmark rate by a quarter percentage point for a third consecutive meeting in response to rising unemployment[NEW YORK] US Federal Reserve officials, including two who...
Rupiah redenomination: How will Indonesia’s currency reform affect its economy?
Rupiah redenomination: How will Indonesia’s currency reform affect its economy?
Redenomination can improve the country’s economic efficiency and enhance confidence in the currency but risks driving inflation[SINGAPORE] In Indonesia, travellers and even locals have long grappled with prices in...
How iGaming Startups Are Reshaping the Digital Economy
iGaming startups are redefining the digital economy by merging entertainment with fintech, data analytics, and global commerce. Their rapid growth is driven by innovation, strategic expansion, and evolving regulation....
Fed’s Kashkari: Economy may not be slowing as much as we think
Fed’s Kashkari: Economy may not be slowing as much as we think
MINNEAPOLIS Federal Reserve President Neel Kashkari said on Thursday he does not think that there is a big chance the labour market will weaken sharply or inflation will surge,...
IMF warns of dim outlook for world economy hit by rolling shocks
IMF warns of dim outlook for world economy hit by rolling shocks
The global economy is expected to grow by 3.2% this year, up from 3% predicted in July[WASHINGTON] The International Monetary Fund warned that the global economy is showing signs...