Economics
Dutch Q2 GDP Growth Revised Up to 0.6%
The Dutch economy expanded by 0.6% in the three months to June 2026, revised up from an initial estimate of 0.4% and following 0.3% growth in the previous quarter. This marked the strongest growth since the third quarter of 2024 and was driven entirely by domestic demand. Household consumption increased by 0.8%, after a 0.5% […]
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Iran offers to reopen Hormuz Strait within 7 days – Kyodo News
According to a report from Kyodo news, a senior Iranian official has said that Iran will reopen the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint to almost 20% of global energy supply, within seven days if the United States (US) takes initial steps toward easing military pressure. Market reaction A sharp selling pressure is seen in oil […]
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Markets – US500 at Record High
Wall Street indices hit new record highs. What’s next for S&P 500?U.S. index futures are coming off their strongest session in several months, which pushed the S&P 500 futures contract ( US500 ) to fresh all-time highs. The move was driven largely by falling oil prices. Investors’ attention is now gradually shifting toward the next […]
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Economic Calendar – Another day of central bankers’ speeches. Is AUDUSD responding to inflation risks?
Today’s session is marked by numerous speeches from central bank representatives (RBA, ECB, Fed, and Bundesbank), which may trigger elevated volatility in foreign exchange markets. In the spotlight were comments from RBA Governor Bullock, who highlighted inflation risks stemming from the Middle East and demand pressure driven in part by the artificial intelligence sector. In […]
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UK Public Sector Borrowing Exceeds Forecasts
UK public sector net borrowing (excluding public sector banks) was £-18.3 billion in August 2026, higher than the £-15.4 billion in the same month last year and market expectations of £-15.7 billion. This marked the second highest August on record (not adjusted for inflation), behind that of 2020, and £3.5 billion above the OBR forecast.
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Dutch Consumer Mood Least Negative in 6 Months
Consumer confidence in the Netherlands slightly improved to -33 in September 2026 from -34 in August, marking the least pessimistic reading since March but remaining well below its long-term average of -12 over the past 20 years. The improvement was driven by greater willingness to buy, which rose to -17 from -19 as consumers became […]
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Finnish Jobless Rate Falls to 11-Month Low
Finland’s unemployment rate declined to 9.1% in August 2026 from 9.3% in the same month last year, marking the lowest level since September 2025. The number of unemployed decreased by 5,000 from a year earlier to 262,000, comprising 140,000 men and 122,000 women. By gender, the male unemployment rate remained at 9.2%, while the female […]
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RBA’s Bullock: Supply shocks are difficult for monetary policy to deal with
Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) Governor Michele Bullock said in a statement released during the Asian trading session on Tuesday that supply shocks are difficult for monetary policy to deal with. Bullock added, “Policy needs to deal with second-round effects on inflation.” Additional remarks AI boom is adding to excess demand in Australian economy. Current […]
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UK Gilt Yields Ease as Oil Prices Retreat
UK 10-year gilt yields fell to 5.25%, remaining below the 19-year highs reached earlier this month, as Brent crude eased toward $100 a barrel after recent comments from US President Donald Trump left the door open to diplomacy with Iran and helped ease fears of an imminent supply shock, while stronger regional crude flows have […]
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French Bond Yields Retreat as Oil Falls, Fiscal Concerns Mount
French 10-year OAT yield fell below 4.5%, retreating from last week’s 18-year highs as oil prices continued to fall amid tentative signs of easing geopolitical tensions and stronger regional supply. Meanwhile, concerns over the country’s finances intensified after Scope Ratings downgraded the country to A+ from AA-, citing rising debt, persistent deficits and limited progress […]
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