Macro Scene

Late Payments Climb as Buy Now, Pay Later Use Deepens

A growing share of Buy Now, Pay Later users are falling behind on repayments, adding fresh pressure to a sector built on convenience and...
China
Maria Irene

Hang Seng Plummets: China’s Market Rollercoaster Leaves Investors Stunned

A shocking turn of events has sent shockwaves through global markets today, as Hong Kong's Hang Seng index suffered a staggering 9.4% decline—the largest...
Maria Irene

Dimon Warns of Stagflation Risk as U.S. Economy Faces Uncertain Path

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon has once again raised the spectre of stagflation, despite recent signs that inflation is easing in the U.S. Speaking...
Maria Irene

Bitcoin Slips After U.S. Jobs Data Shake Markets

Bitcoin took a hit as the latest U.S. jobs data created ripples through global financial markets, sending the cryptocurrency to its lowest point in...
Maria Irene

BOJ’s Rate Moves Spark Yen Revival and Stir in Currency Strategies

The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is ramping up its efforts to combat inflation, with Governor Kazuo Ueda confirming that more interest rate hikes are...
Maria Irene

US Economy Poised to Lead Global Growth Through 2025

The United States is positioned to maintain robust economic growth, outpacing other major global economies in the coming years, according to recent projections from...
Maria Irene

Petro-Dollar Era Ends: Saudi Arabia Ditches US Dollar for Oil Sales

Saudi Arabia’s decision not to renew its 80-year petro-dollar agreement with the United States has sent shockwaves through the global economy. The kingdom’s move...