Facing Economic Headwinds

FirstFT: Japan plunges into political chaos

Also in today’s newsletter, oil price falls and Franklin Templeton hit by record outflows

World - Financial Times - October 28

Can Harris’s Economic Plans Sway Small Business Owners to Vote Democratic?

Kamala Harris has leaned in with promises to aid start-ups, but proprietors are often more focused on taxes and regulations.

Business - The New York Times - October 29

East Africa leads Africa’s economic growth despite public discontent

World - Yahoo News - October 28

Keir Starmer warns the UK budget this week will reflect 'harsh' economic reality

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says fixing Britain’s troubled economy will be a long haul in a “harsh” fiscal environment

World - ABC News - October 28

The Biden-Harris economic record is much better than critics claim

It would be a shame if Americans went to the voting booth without understanding this important fact.

Politics - The Hill - October 28

Democrats alarmed Harris’s economic message isn’t breaking through

Democrats are frustrated that Vice President Harris hasn't done more to sell her economic message and worry that former President Trump continues to have a sizeable advantage on what many voters ...

Politics - The Hill - October 29

Here are the 5 most important U.S. economic issues for voters

Americans say the economy is the most pressing issue as they prepare to cast their ballots on November 5, including these five key issues.

South Africa cuts growth target as economic reality bites

Lower GDP projection comes despite coalition’s charm offensive to win over foreign investors

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Harris improves her odds over Trump, according to these economic indicators

Those betting on Trump may want to consider the latest economic data, which indicate Harris could benefit from material tailwinds that become a decisive factor in a close race.

Business - MarketWatch - October 31

Elon Musk says Trump's economic plans could cause 'temporary hardship'

Musk, the world's richest person, is a prominent supporter of Trump.

Rachel Reeves’ first Budget leaves key economic challenges unresolved

OBR says announcements amount to one of the biggest fiscal loosenings of recent decades

Business - Financial Times - October 30

Chinese factory activity expands for first time in six months

Beijing set to unveil fiscal stimulus focused on struggling local governments next week

Business - Financial Times - October 31

Western consumer groups unconvinced by China’s economic stimulus efforts

Falling sales for luxury, beauty and beer companies fuel doubts about Beijing’s attempts to boost confidence

Business - Financial Times - October 31

Germany’s top economic panel gripped by strife amid internal lawsuit

Council of Economic Experts is grappling with dispute with one member over how to address potential conflicts of interest

World - Financial Times - November 4

How the 'vibecession,' global economic uncertainty are influencing investors this election year

More than 60 countries held or will hold national elections in 2024. Here's the Principal Financial Group CEO's take on investors' response.

Business - CNBC - November 5

Five economic areas the incoming US president needs to tackle

New administration must find a way to maintain growth while repositioning the economy

World - Financial Times - November 5

Exit polls 2024: Deep economic discontent with Biden drove voters to Trump

Broad economic discontent and sharp divisions about the nation’s future mark voter attitudes nationally in ABC News' preliminary exit poll results.

Trump leverages economic discontent, extends his appeal -- and breaks mold: ANALYSIS

While ABC News had not projected a winner by early Wednesday morning, Trump's performance broke the mold across a variety of measures.

Europe praises Trump's victory amid wider fears of an impending economic nightmare

European leaders are congratulating Donald Trump for his victory, while sources add the outcome is not as shocking as when he clinched victory in 2016.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Trump’s Economic Plans Could Worsen Inflation, Economists Say

Many Americans fretted about inflation as they headed out to vote. But Donald J. Trump’s approach comes with risks of a renewed boost.

Business - The New York Times - November 6

Trump’s Newest Economic Guides Are Not Like His Old Ones

A little-known investment banker, a former hedge fund star and an acolyte of George Soros have the president-elect’s ear.

Business - The New York Times - November 7

2 million at risk of starvation in Myanmar state amid ‘total economic collapse’

Exclusive: a UN report will accuse the military of imposing ‘collective punishment’ on Rakhine state, more than three years after seizing power in a coup . Two million people in Myanmar’s Rakhine ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

New Interest Rate Cut Comes Amid Post-Election Economic Uncertainty

Trump’s proposed economic policies, particularly tariffs, are anticipated to push inflation up, making the Federal Reserve’s planned series of cuts much less certain.

Business - Inc. - November 7

Investors cheer Trump’s economic agenda, defying gloomy media

Donald Trump winning the popular vote and control of Congress was not the only shocker this week; the stock market response was almost as stunning.

Politics - The Hill - November 8

Harris's inability to address the economic concerns of families doomed her campaign

Donald Trump is poised to do more damage in his second term, while Vice President Kamala Harris failed to make history as the first female president, and Democrats must embrace aggressive populist ...

Politics - The Hill - November 9

Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna says party needs "to be emphasizing the economic issues"

After President-elect Donald Trump won the White House and Republicans are poised to take control of the Senate, Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna tells "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" that the ...

Rep. Ro Khanna says Democrats need "to be emphasizing the economic issues"

Rep. Ro Khanna said Democrats "need to be emphasizing the economic issues" after bruising defeats in the 2024 election.

America Voted for Economic Change in Trump. They Just Might Get It

Despite appearance of a healthy economy, Americans are looking for a shake up.

Business - Inc. - November 10

Europe Braces for Trump: ‘Worst Economic Nightmare Has Come True’

The United States is the biggest trading partner for the European Union and Britain, whose economies could be at risk from the president-elect’s policies.

Business - The New York Times - November 12

Family offices becoming 'economic powerhouse' in private company deals

Family offices are increasingly bypassing private equity funds and buying stakes in private companies directly, according to a new survey.

Business - CNBC - November 12

Republicans and Democrats Highly Divided in Economic Outlook Under Trump

Consumer sentiment among Republicans has soared to its highest point since Donald J. Trump left the White House, while declining among Democrats.

Business - The New York Times - November 13

Investors want more urgency from Europe in tackling its economic problems

Competition with the US looks set to intensify with Donald Trump heading to the White House again

World - Financial Times - November 16

Lewandowski: Trump to unveil administration’s economic picks next week

Corey Lewandowski, a senior adviser on President-elect Trump’s campaign, said the incoming president will unveil the administration’s economic picks next week. “But next week is when the ...

Politics - The Hill - November 16

How Trump’s Tax Cuts and Tariffs Could Turn Into Law

Republicans are juggling complex political and tactical questions as they plan their congressional agenda next year.

Business - The New York Times - 5 days ago

Faulty data overstates surge in UK economic inactivity, finds report

Problems with ONS labour market survey have given ‘overly pessimistic picture’, says Resolution Foundation

World - Financial Times - 5 days ago

Pivoting in politics, tech, antitrust and economic growth | Gary Shapiro interview

Gary Shapiro, the CEO of the CTA, is blunt when he articulates his views of politics, tech, antitrust law and economic growth.

Tech - VentureBeat - 4 days ago

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