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Why the dollar may have much further to fall

Domestic instability undermines the dollar's appeal as a safe haven, suggesting it may face significant further declines.

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Can emerging markets’ stellar run continue?

Emerging markets’ momentum is driven by diverse factors beyond anti-US sentiment, raising questions about the sustainability of their stellar run.

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America and India strike a long-awaited trade truce

The US and India reached a long-anticipated trade accord, but questions remain regarding its durability.

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AI is not the only threat menacing big tech

The article questions whether Meta and Google’s ad revenue is truly recession-proof, suggesting AI isn't the only threat to Big Tech.

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Has America hit “peak tariff”?

The article suggests the U.S. may have reached "peak tariff," implying that future government revenue from tariffs could decline.

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What will Kevin Warsh’s Federal Reserve look like?

Trump’s Fed pick Kevin Warsh, once a strict inflation hawk, has softened his stance. His future approach may prioritize broader economic stability over rigid price control.

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The fate of Japan’s $6trn foreign portfolio rattles global markets

Japan’s $6 trillion foreign portfolio poses a massive risk to global markets if liquidated. Such a move would trigger extensive ripple effects, shaking financial stability worldwide.

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Why is the yen still so weak?

Despite rising Japanese government bond yields, the yen remains weak, failing to find market support.

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Our Big Mac index carries an Asian warning

The Big Mac Index suggests caution across Asia, indicating that several currencies, not just Japan's, appear undervalued.

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Just how debased is the dollar?

Contrary to fears, the dollar has lost far less value than expected. Its resilience remains significantly stronger than many anticipated.

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The West and Ukraine are capsizing Russia’s shadow fleet

Western sanctions and Ukrainian strikes are dismantling Russia’s shadow fleet, simultaneously crippling the Kremlin’s oil export revenues.

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What is driving gold’s relentless rally?

Gold’s relentless rally attracts new investors, driven by powerful underlying forces fueling its unstoppable surge.

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Why AI won’t wipe out white-collar jobs

AI won’t eliminate white-collar jobs; it will expand their scope and raise their value.

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Can America’s bond market keep defying the vigilantes?

Trump’s Greenland rhetoric tests the U.S. bond market. Can it withstand these provocations?

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An audacious new book about a “precocious” country

The book challenges the notion of a singular “Indian growth model,” offering a bold new examination of the nation’s complex economic landscape.

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National job stereotypes need updating

Wealthy nations are experiencing a dramatic reversal in unemployment rates, necessitating an update to outdated national employment stereotypes.

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The ascent of India’s economy

India’s economic rise stems from favorable conditions, steadfast reforms, and a significant boost from Donald Trump.

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American decay versus American dynamism

U.S. financial dominance remains secure unless corporate vigor declines. The nation's global market preeminence is only threatened by a waning of American corporate strength.

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Japan’s bond-market tremble reflects a fiscal-monetary clash

Japan’s bond market volatility highlights tension between the government’s loose fiscal stance and the Bank of Japan’s planned interest rate hikes.

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Denmark braces for Donald Trump’s Greenland tariffs

Denmark prepares for Trump’s Greenland tariffs, facing increased vulnerability despite its financial sector’s capacity to manage the situation.