Tag: Economic Outlook
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FirstRand Namibia Hosts Mid-Term Budget Dialogue on Economic Outlook
Public-Private Collaboration Drives Namibia’s Economic Outlook Namibia’s public and private sectors came together for a focused conversation on the national economic outlook at the Mid-Term Economic Breakfast Budget Review hosted by FirstRand Namibia. The event, held at the bank’s Parkside Head Office in Windhoek, underscored a shared commitment to open dialogue, evidence-based planning, and pragmatic…
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FirstRand Namibia Hosts Mid-Term Budget Dialogue on Namibia’s Economic Outlook
Namibia’s Economic Outlook Takes Center Stage at Mid-Term Budget Dialogue FirstRand Namibia recently hosted a high-level Mid-Term Economic Breakfast Budget Review at its Parkside Head Office in Windhoek, attracting senior officials from both the public and private sectors. The event underscored a shared commitment to ongoing dialogue as a cornerstone of informed economic planning in…
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Nigerian Businesses Face Slower Cost Pressures Amid Insecurity Challenges
Overview: A Mixed Bag for Nigerian Businesses Recent analyses of Nigeria’s business landscape show a cautious improvement in October. While inflation has moderated, easing some operating pressures, many firms still contend with financing constraints, high property costs, and ongoing security concerns. The evolving environment suggests a resilience among entrepreneurs but also highlights the fragility of…
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Nigerian Businesses Struggle With High Costs And Insecurity Amid Moderating Inflation
Overview: A Mixed Picture for Nigeria’s Business Climate October brought a nuanced shift in Nigeria’s business environment. While inflation showed signs of moderating, reducing some pressure on operating expenses, companies continued to grapple with financing constraints, high property costs, and persistent insecurity. The combination of these factors has created a challenging backdrop for expansion, investment,…
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Unemployment Latest: Grim or Turning Point for Jobs Market
Shifting Readings: Grim Trends or a Possible Turning Point? The release of the latest labor market figures on Wednesday, November 5, arrives with a mix of expectations and nerves. For months, commentators have debated whether the unemployment rate is on a stubborn climb or if signs of resilience are starting to surface. The answer could…
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UK GDP August 2025: Slow Growth Takes Hold as Services Stagnate
UK GDP August 2025: A Modest Increase in a Slower Quarter Britain’s economy expanded by a modest 0.1% in August 2025, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The data underline a consolidating pattern in which production rose while services stalled and construction contracted, painting a picture of a diverging economy that is struggling…
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Inflation Isn’t Defeated: Why Prices Still Bite Despite Political Claims and Fed Moves
Introduction: A disconnect between rhetoric and prices In a political climate where claims of victory over inflation are frequent, the reality for many households is measured in groceries, gas pumps, and household budgets. President Donald Trump’s assertion that “inflation has been defeated” and the Federal Reserve’s decision to cut rates have shaped a narrative of…
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Budget 2026: Social Welfare Up by €10 as Government Signals Careful Spending Ahead
What Budget 2026 Means for Social Welfare and Pensions The government has unveiled Budget 2026, highlighting a cautious approach in the face of uncertain economic winds. A core element of the package is a €10 weekly increase across all social welfare payments, including the state pension. While this marks an uplift for retirees, carers, and…
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Dollar Falls on U.S. Shutdown Risks, Driving 2025 Losses
Overview: A Dollar in the Spotlight as Washington Stumbles The U.S. dollar slipped on Wednesday after lawmakers failed to avert a government shutdown, underscoring how political brinkmanship can spill into financial markets. The dollar index, which measures the greenback against six major currencies, fell 0.2% to 97.61. That retreat puts the broad dollar on track…
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Riksbanken’s Interest Rate Decision: What It Means for Households
Understanding the Riksbank’s Upcoming Decision This week, all eyes are on the Riksbank as it prepares to announce its latest interest rate decision. On Tuesday, in Malmö, Riksbank Governor Erik Thedéen will reveal the outcome, a move that carries significant implications for Swedish households, particularly those with mortgages. The current landscape is characterized by uncertainty,…