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ECB expected to trim rates, euro edges lower

The euro has edged lower ahead of today’s rate annoucement from the European Central Bank. In the European session, EUR/USD is currently trading at 1.0396, down 0.23% on the day. ECB projected to lower rates to two-year low The European Central Bank is …

ECB cuts rates and leaves room for more easing

The European Central Bank cut interest rates today and kept the door open to further policy easing as concerns over lacklustre economic growth supersede worries about persistent inflation. It was the fifth ECB rate cut since June and markets expect two or …

DAX Rises Ahead Of ECB Rate Decision

German stocks are up in positive territory Thursday morning, lifting the market to fresh record highs ahead of the European Central Bank's monetary policy announcement due later in the day. Investors are digesting some corporate updates and data …

Europe’s economy stagnated with zero growth in last quarter of 2024 as eurozone’s biggest economy Germany struggled

FRANKFURT, Germany (AP) — Europe’s economy stagnated with zero growth in last quarter of 2024 as eurozone’s biggest economy Germany struggled. Copyright 2025 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, …

Eurozone economy stagnates in Q4 as Germany and France contract

Eurozone GDP stagnated in Q4 2024 as Germany (-0.2%) and France (-0.1%) contracted, reinforcing expectations of more ECB rate cuts. The euro held at $1.04, while bond yields fell. The ECB-Fed policy gap widens as Powell signals "no rush" for rate …

Asia And Europe Markets Advance, Silver Rallies - Global Markets Today While US Slept

On Wednesday, January 29th, U.S. markets closed lower, with tech shares weighing on the S&P 500. Nvidia and Microsoft declined after a tech selloff linked to Chinese AI competition. The Fed kept rates steady, softening its stance on inflation progress. …

German economy shrank more than expected at end of 2024

FRANKFURT Germany's economy shrank more than expected at the end of 2024, official data showed on Jan. 30, the latest bad news for Europe's traditional powerhouse which is battling myriad headwinds. Output in the eurozone's biggest economy fell …

Europe's economy showed zero growth at end of 2024 as Germany, eurozone's biggest economy, struggled

FRANKFURT – Europe’s economy stagnated at the end of last year as its former growth engine, Germany, finished a second straight year of shrinking output, officials said Thursday. Gross domestic product was flat with a zero increase in the final quarter of …

Euro zone bond yields fall amid tech selloff

Tech selloff pushes bond yields lower across the board ECB expected to cut rates this week, Fed to hold Tariff uncertainty could set tone in near term German business morale unexpectedly improves (Updates with European midday trade) Jan 27 (Reuters) - Euro …

European Shares Seen Broadly Higher At Open

European stocks are likely to open broadly higher on Thursday, though U.K. markets may open on a subdued note as oil extended overnight losses amid a lack of clarity on U.S. President Trump's tariff policies, especially on Canada and Mexico, the two …

Yen edges up against euro, dollar as rate outlooks diverge

By Wayne Cole SYDNEY (Reuters) - The yen made broad gains on Thursday as Japan looks on track to keep raising interest rates while others cut, with the European Central Bank seen certain to deliver the latest in a series of policy easings later in the day. …

Europe Without America: A Perilous Path

Before Trump had even been confirmed as the 47th President of the United States of America, one European think tank had declared that “the biggest crisis in transatlantic relations since Suez” is in progress. An EU bureaucrat echoed the same sentiment: “ …

EU seeks to preserve auto industry as carmakers condemn fines

By Philip Blenkinsop BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen hosts auto sector executives, unions and others on Thursday to debate how to ensure EU car producers can electrify their fleets and compete with more advanced Chinese …

APAC markets mixed amid earnings, inflation concerns

Asia-Pacific markets opened with mixed results on Thursday, following a decline in U.S. stocks driven by inflation concerns and rising bond yields.    By 11:40 am AEDT (12:40 am GMT) the ASX 200 in Australia rose 0.3%, while Japan’s Nikkei 225 eased 0.2%. …

ECB To Look Past Trump Risk And Push On With Rate Cuts

Despite US President Donald Trump's sabre-rattling, the European Central Bank is set to press on with interest rate cuts Thursday as officials increasingly voice confidence that the fight against inflation is on track. The central bank hiked borrowing …

Gold hits new peak on Trump tariff worries, US inflation data in focus

Gold prices hit a fresh high on Friday and were set for a fifth straight weekly gain, as market participants worried about U.S. tariff threats while awaiting a key inflation report to assess the Federal Reserve's policy path. * Spot gold was up 0.1% at …

Europe's economy stagnated with zero growth in last quarter of 2024 as eurozone's biggest economy Germany struggled

Federal Reserve holds rates steady: Policy divergence with ECB widens

The Fed kept rates steady at 4.25%-4.50%, signalling caution amid strong US growth and elevated inflation. Meanwhile, the ECB faces pressure to cut rates further as the eurozone economy weakens. The euro fell to 1.04. The Federal Reserve decided to keep …

Can European Defense Walk the Walk?

One of the biggest talking points in Brussels this year is European defense and how to boost it. This discussion has gained momentum due to Russian advances in Ukraine and the pressure from a new U.S. administration. U.S. President Donald Trump has …

USW Calls on Trump to Reconsider Tariffs on Canada

PITTSBURGH, Feb. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- United Steelworkers (USW) International President David McCall issued the following statement today following President Donald Trump’s announcement that he would institute 25 percent tariffs on goods from …

United Steelworkers Canadian National Director Marty Warren condemns President Trump's attacks on Canadian jobs and ...

TORONTO, Feb. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- National Director for Canada of the United Steelworkers Union (USW) Marty Warren, issued the following statement: "Today, Donald Trump has once again proven that he is no friend to working people—on either …

Le directeur national canadien du Syndicat des Métallos, Marty Warren, condamne les attaques du Président Trump contre ...

TORONTO, 01 févr. 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Le directeur national canadien du Syndicat des Métallos, Marty Warren, a fait la déclaration suivante : « Aujourd'hui, Donald Trump a prouvé une fois de plus qu'il n'est pas l'ami des travailleurs …

Statement of Support for Sean Curran's Appointment as Director of the United States Secret Service

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On behalf of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA), we want to commend President Trump’s selection of Sean Curran to serve as the next Director of the United …

Global Experts Convene in New York for 10th Annual Conference on Ethnic and Religious Conflict Resolution

Global leaders gather in New York to address identity-driven conflicts and advance peacebuilding at the 10th Annual Ethnic and Religious Conflict Conference. BRONX, NY, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International …

New Legislation Will Increase Awareness and Deliver Support to Individuals with FASD: The FASD Respect Act of 2025

U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) & Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) Introduce Legislation to Advance FASD Support Services Across U.S. Health Agencies WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski …

National Mental Health Alliance Day: Columbus, Ohio

COLUMBUS, OH, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Join us in Columbus, Ohio at the National Mental Health Alliance Day as we provide presentations on the following topics: Mental Health, Addiction, Fentanyl, and Human …

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Federal Funding Uncertainty Threatens Access to Health Care for Minnesotans

Federal Funding Uncertainty Threatens Minnesota's Safety-net clinics and Impacts Access to Health Care for Minnesota's Low-income and Rural Communities ST. PAUL, MN, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This week, the …

E&R Publishers announce new book release in support of the American family

The Future of the American Family—An Unprecedented Crisis by Dr. Jerry Cammarata; a timely book for anyone who cares about family's relevance in a new America. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- First …

Trump Derangement Syndrome "TDS" Reduced while Coloring Inside Trump Presidential Coloring Book

As "Trump non-supporters" colored, conversation started, laughter, story telling emerged, comments heard, "these are just men who say they love America." ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- …

USHBC Supports Confirmation of Doug Burgum for Interior Secretary

WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The United States Hispanic Business Council (USHBC) celebrates the confirmation of former North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum as United States Secretary of the Interior. A …

TOOTRiS Welcomes Tech Expert to Bridge Innovation Across Government, Nonprofits & Public Sectors in Child Care

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- TOOTRiS, the nation’s largest and most comprehensive Child Care Benefit solution for employers, proudly announces the appointment of Matthew Henry as Senior Director, Government …

ACE Alberta Commends Minister Jones for Taking Action on Childcare Affordability and Sustainability

CALGARY, AB, CANADA, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Association of Childcare Entrepreneurs Alberta (ACE Alberta) welcomes today’s announcement from the Government of Alberta regarding new Affordability Funding approaches for daycare …

Advocates to Rally on Capitol Hill for Hydrocephalus Awareness and Research Funding

On Friday, January 31, 2025, 50 key leaders in the hydrocephalus community from 18 states will convene in Washington, D.C., for Hydrocephalus Capitol Hill Day. WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Friday …

ACWA Responds to Gov. Newsom’s Executive Order on Flood Control, Groundwater Recharge

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Jan. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA) issued the following statement from ACWA President Cathy Green regarding Executive Order N-16-25 issued today by Gov. Gavin Newsom. “ACWA applauds the …

PBGH Publishes Purchaser Policy Priorities for the New Congress and Administration

Oakland, California, Jan. 31, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As the newly-elected 119th Congress readies to tackle a list of legislative priorities, Purchaser Business Group on Health (PBGH), a nonprofit coalition representing 40 private employers and public …

Le gouvernement canadien doit faire face à l’anti-syndicalisme de Telus en Turquie

TORONTO, 31 janv. 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Le Syndicat des Métallos demande instamment aux autorités canadiennes d’insister auprès de Telus, une société canadienne dont le siège social se trouve à Vancouver, pour qu’elle respecte les droits de ses employés …

OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media concludes official visit to Norway

OSLO, 31 January 2025 - During a two-day visit to Oslo on 30 and 31 January, the OSCE Representative on Freedom of the Media, Ambassador Jan Braathu, met with high-level representatives of the Norwegian government, state institutions, and journalism and …

Menavigasi Suku Bunga Tinggi dan Tantangan Pertumbuhan di Brasil dengan Pandangan Ahli dari EBC Financial Group

EBC mengkaji dampak Brasil yang menghadapi pergeseran ekonomi akibat meningkatnya suku bunga dan tantangan pertumbuhan pada pasar dan perdagangan global. BRAZIL, January 31, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ekonomi Brasil sedang mengalami periode …