Tag: growth
-
Labour economy: Rate cuts won’t save UK growth
Introduction: rate cuts are not a magic wand The prospect of another rate cut this week, followed by a potential easing early next year, is generating breathlessness in financial markets and some optimism among policymakers. Yet the bigger question remains: will lower borrowing costs, on their own, spark a genuine revival in the economy or…
-
The Budget Moment: Reeves Faces Deep Skepticism and High Expectations
Overview: A Budget in the Spotlight As the day arrives for the country’s next Budget, the atmosphere is thick with anticipation, anxiety, and a deep sense of gravity. For Labour leader-in-waiting and Chancellor-of- the-future Rachel Reeves, the moment carries the weight of years of expectation. After a protracted drought of decisive fiscal moves, Reeves steps…
-
Malaysia Achieves First Services Surplus in 14 Years as Anwar Credits Fiscal Discipline
First Services Surplus in 14 Years Signals a Turning Point Malaysia has recorded a services surplus of RM0.7 billion in the third quarter of 2025, marking the first time the nation has posted a positive balance in this sector in 14 years. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim announced the milestone in Parliament, attributing the…
-
Trump Dinner With Top CEOs Highlights Booming Economy and Tariff Concerns
Overview of the White House Dinner Last week, the White House hosted a private dinner with a select group of the nation’s leading chief executives. The gathering, described by attendees and aides as cordial and forward-looking, centered on the current state of the U.S. economy and the policy measures shaping its trajectory. As the economy…
-
Trump Dines with Top CEOs: Praising a Booming Economy While Tackling Tariffs
White House Dinner Highlights: A Booming Economy Under the Spotlight Last week, the White House hosted a gathering of some of the nation’s most influential chief executives. The dinner, a rare blend of policy talk and industry camaraderie, centered on the state of the U.S. economy and the administration’s strategy for sustaining growth. President Trump…
-
IMF Staff Concludes 2025 Article IV Mission to Indonesia: Outlook for Growth and Reform
Overview of the Mission An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Ms. Maria Gonzalez conducted the 2025 Article IV Consultation discussions with Indonesia from November 3 to 12, 2025. The mission focused on assessing macroeconomic stability, policy coherence, and the reform path necessary to sustain robust growth amid a dynamic regional and global economy.…
-
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…
-
Liberal Budget 2025: Carney’s Bold Growth Plan for Canada
Overview: A Budget Built for Turbulent Times Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne unveils the Liberal government’s first budget under a new administration, signaling a shift toward what he describes as “generational investments.” The package aims to bolster growth, shield households from tariff shocks, and position Canada for a longer runway of economic resilience. Prime Minister and…
-
RBA SMP: Pain, Growth, and the Risk of No More Rate Cuts
Overview: What the RBA’s SMP Signals The Reserve Bank of Australia’s latest quarterly Statement on Monetary Policy (SMP) arrives with a mix of encouraging signs and persistent headwinds. As Australia’s central bank held the cash rate steady, economists and markets weigh whether the door remains open for further easing or if policy is transitioning to…
-
Treasury Defends Steady Shilling as Indicator of Economic Strength
Introduction: Treasury Stands Behind the Shilling The Kenyan National Treasury has publicly defended the local currency, insisting that the shilling remains steady and that recent volatility concerns do not reflect a weakening economy. In response to media reports about potential strains flagged by the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Treasury officials emphasized that the current exchange…