June 19, 2026 16:46 ET Major central banks continued to dominate the economic news flow this week too, led by the Federal Reserve, as they announced their latest policy decisions. The Federal Reserve policy session was in focus as it was the first to be led by the new chief Kevin Warsh. In Europe, central banks of the U.K. and Switzerland announced their rate decisions. In Asia, the Bank of Japan drew attention for its policy moves, while data out of China threw some light on the state of the economy.
May 25, 2026 03:43 ETSingapore's economic growth forecast for this year was maintained, citing better-than-expected expansion in the first quarter, the Ministry of Trade and Industry said Monday. The ministry forecast the economy to grow in the range of 2.0 percent to 4.0 percent this year.
May 24, 2026 21:04 ETThe China stock market on Friday ended the two-day slide in which it had given up more than 90 points or 2.2 percent. The Shanghai Composite Index now sits just above the 4,110-point plateau and it may see additional support on Monday. The global forecast for the Asian markets is cautiously optimistic...
May 26, 2026 13:42 ETGold prices have edged lower on Tuesday amid renewed concerns of inflationary pressure following fresh U.S. military strikes on Iran yesterday while the Strait of Hormuz remains closed for oil and energy transit.
May 29, 2026 07:26 ETReports of a tentative deal between the U.S. and Iran lifted global market sentiment on Friday.