Japan’s private sector output expands at quickest rate in 17 months
Japanese private sector output expanded at the quickest rate in 17 months in January, according to the latest S&P Global…
Resilient firms and economies: Unlocking growth in emerging markets
The Resilience Consortium brings together governments, businesses, and multilateral development banks (MDBs) to strengthen resilience in emerging markets. Drawing on…
Eurozone PMI remains solid as economy continues modest growth
With the 10% Greenland tariffs off the table, a further trade war escalation in the short run is avoided. The…
France’s Budget Process Shows How Polarisation Weighs on Consolidation
France’s 2026 budget process underscores how high political polarisation continues to hinder fiscal consolidation, Fitch Ratings says. We believe the…
UK Manufacturing PMI Hits 17-Month High
The S&P Global UK Manufacturing PMI rose to 51.6 in January 2026, up from 50.6 in December and above market…
In Davos, President Trump Outlines Bold Vision for American Prosperity, Transatlantic Strength
President Donald J. Trump commanded the stage this morning at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, delivering a bold…
US Services Activity Growth Stalls: S&P Global
The S&P Global US Services PMI was at 52.5 in January of 2026, remaining unchanged from the eight-month low in…
Trump rejects plan to use 401(k) savings for home down payments
President Donald Trump on Thursday abruptly abandoned a high-profile proposal that would have allowed Americans to tap their 401(k) retirement…
France Manufacturing PMI Highest in Over 3 Years
France’s HCOB Manufacturing PMI rose to 51.0 in January 2026 from 50.7 in December, beating market forecasts of 50.5, flash…
US Consumer Sentiment Ticks Higher in January
The University of Michigan’s consumer sentiment index was revised up to 56.4 in January 2026, from a preliminary 54.0 and…