Economics
Romania Trade Deficit Largest in 20 Months
Romania’s trade deficit widened to EUR 3.138 billion in August 2026 from EUR 2.635 billion in the corresponding month a year earlier, reaching its largest level since December 2024. Exports increased 11.6% year-on-year to EUR 7.554 billion, supported by higher shipments to both EU (14.5%) and non-EU countries (5.1%). Meanwhile, imports rose 13.7% to EUR […]
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Denmark Inflation Rises to 1-Year High
Denmark’s annual inflation rate rose to 2.2% in September 2026, the highest level in a year, from 2.0% in August. The main upward pressures came from higher housing and utility costs (1.7% vs 1.0%) and a pickup in transport inflation (7.7% vs 4.5%). Price increases were also recorded in recreation, sports and culture (2.7% vs […]
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Estonia Trade Deficit Widens in August
Estonia’s trade deficit widened to EUR 360 million in August 2026 from EUR 249 million in the same month last year. Exports increased 3% year-on-year to EUR 1,475 million, boosted by higher sales to EU countries (+7%), while shipments to non-EU countries declined (-8%). Exports rose most notably for base metals and articles thereof (+18%), […]
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IMF’s Georgieva says already seeing first wave of impact from AI
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva said on Monday that she’s already seeing first wave of impact from Artificial Intelligence (AI). Key quotes We are already seeing first wave of impact from AI; it is a demand shock, an investment shock. US, China and India are most important AI producers; investments are […]
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Canadian Employment Forecast: Sharp Jobs Decline Raises Pressure on the Bank of Canada
Contributor: Currency Hedger | Market Analysis: Louis Roche, Today Markets Canadian Labour Market Weakens as Employment Falls by 68,300 Canada’s labour market deteriorated sharply in September 2026, with employment falling by 68,300, the largest monthly decline in seven months and a significant miss against expectations for a modest increase. The drop followed a decline of […]
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Baltic Dry Index Forecast: Freight Rates Weaken as Capesize Demand Comes Under Pressure
Contributor: Currency Hedger | Market Analysis: Louis Roche, Today Markets Baltic Dry Index Outlook: Shipping Costs Signal a Softer Bulk Freight Market The Baltic Dry Index (BDI) is facing renewed downside pressure after declining for a fifth consecutive session, with the benchmark falling to 3,002 points, its lowest level since August 25. The index reportedly […]
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Canada 10-Year Yield Retreats as Employment Declines
Canada’s 10-year government bond yield fell to around 3.9% after reaching a three-year high of over 4% on October 1st, despite higher yields in the US, as weaker employment data reinforced expectations that the Bank of Canada will refrain from hiking rates. Employment fell by 68,300, missing expectations for a 7,000 increase, while the unemployment […]
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US Inflation Expectations Forecast: Rising Price Concerns Complicate the Federal Reserve Outlook
Contributor: Currency Hedger | Market Analysis: Louis Roche, Today Markets US Inflation Outlook: Consumer Confidence Weakens as Price Expectations Rise US inflation expectations increased in October 2026, while consumer sentiment fell to its lowest level since May, highlighting growing pressure on American households from elevated prices and borrowing costs. The University of Michigan’s preliminary survey […]
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Brazil 10-Year Yield Falls to Two-Year Low
Brazil’s 10-year government bond yield fell to around 12.68% in October, reaching a two-year low amid a rally in domestic assets driven by the election outlook. The first voting-intention polls released after the first round confirmed Senator Flávio Bolsonaro’s lead over President Lula in the runoff scheduled for October 25th, although some results remained within […]
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Rwanda Inflation Hits Over 3-Year High
Rwanda’s overall inflation rate accelerated for the sixth straight month to 20.0% in September 2026 from 15.9% in August, marking the fastest increase since June 2023. The acceleration came as inflation for food and non-alcoholic beverages, the largest component of the inflation basket, surged to 25.2%, the highest since September 2023, from 16.7% in August. […]
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