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US Economy
US economy slows and inflation jumps, damping soft-landing hopes
At next week’s Fed meeting, traders will parse Chair Jerome Powell’s comments for clues about the latest thinking
April 25, 2024
Tong's Portfolio
Higher-for-longer inflation and interest rates — and what it means for equities and currencies
The secular inflation and interest rate decline is reversing.
April 18, 2024
Investing strategies
Citi says Wall Street is wrong to slash Fed rate-cut bets
Citi is sticking by its forecast for five-quarter point cuts this year
April 18, 2024
Financially Savvy
Inflation and deflation: The double-edged sword in economic dynamics
Inflation and deflation are the dual forces shaping our financial landscape
April 17, 2024
US Economy
Powell signals rate-cut delay after run of inflation surprises
'He confirmed and emphasized what the markets were already pricing in based on the economic data'
April 17, 2024
Global Economy
IMF lifts growth forecast for global economy but warns of risks
'Numerous challenges remain, and decisive actions are needed'
April 16, 2024
Gold
Gold's vertiginous ascent isn't over yet, fund managers say
One key factor has been enthusiasm among central banks
April 10, 2024
US Economy
What soft landing?
Growth expectations for 2024 were improving over last year in response to the Fed’s pivot away from hiking interest rates.
March 26, 2024
Global Economy
Inflation targeting isn't for everyone
It is not easy to stand out from the crowd but Singapore and Switzerland have forged their own paths with great success
March 26, 2024
Singapore economy
Singdollar's stellar run seen ending on monetary easing
'While it may still strengthen against the US dollar, the gains are likely to lag regional peers going forward'
March 25, 2024