World economy

Ray Dalio says the Fed has a tough balancing act as the economy faces ‘enormous amount of debt’

As the U.S. Federal Reserve implemented its first interest rate cut since the early Covid-19 pandemic, billionaire investor Ray Dalio…

Chairman of property firm Damac expresses concerns over ‘expensive’ Dubai

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates — Dubai’s property scene is showing no sign of cooling off, as 2024 is on track…

Many ‘doubted the vision’: Saudi investment minister touts ‘green shoring’ on path to diversification

Saudi Minister of Investment Khalid al-Falih pushed back against skepticism over the country’s economic diversification plan, as Riyadh touts “green…

Nationwide strikes erupt in Israel as hostage deaths kindle pressure for cease-fire deal

Protests have spilled into Israel’s streets, as the Jewish state braces for a nationwide strike amid mounting pressure on the…

No longer a financial reservoir? Saudi Arabia’s spending confirms clear shift in strategy

Saudi Arabia is moving full steam ahead with its focus on domestic investment — and with that, higher requirements for…

Euro zone inflation rises to 2.6% in July, above expectations

Headline inflation in the euro zone unexpectedly rose to 2.6% in July, the European Union’s statistics agency said Wednesday, even…

Euro zone’s economy grew 0.3% in second quarter, above expectations despite German contraction

The euro zone’s economy grew by more than expected in the second quarter of 2024, flash figures from the European…

‘Early innings’ of a U.S. manufacturing boom: Tema ETFs CEO delivers bull case for industrials

One exchange-traded fund is betting on a U.S. manufacturing job resurgence. Tema ETFs CEO and founder Maurits Pot is behind…

Euro zone inflation eases to 2.5% as core print misses estimate

Headline inflation in the euro area dipped to 2.5% in June, the European Union’s statistics agency said Tuesday, while the…