Monthly Archives: May 2026
Nagel said an improving inflation outlook may justify June’s rate rise as Middle East conflict prolongs inflation risks
Written on May 5, 2026 at 2:23 am, by josephine
Bundesbank’s Nagel warned prolonged Middle East conflict could keep inflation high, backing possible June ECB rate hike.
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DBS economist Ma Tieying lifts Taiwan’s 2026 GDP forecast to 9.4%, as AI exports bolster ICT demand
Written on May 5, 2026 at 1:56 am, by josephine
DBS raises Taiwan 2026 GDP forecast to 9.4% on AI exports; growth peaks early, risks persist.
New York Fed President John Williams expects 3% inflation this year, uncertain about Iran war economic effects
Written on May 5, 2026 at 1:53 am, by josephine
John Williams said Iran war impacts unclear; Fed well positioned. Inflation seen 3% in 2026, easing.
Renewed Middle East attacks and rising Federal Reserve hike expectations push the dollar higher, pressuring EUR/USD
Written on May 5, 2026 at 1:26 am, by josephine
Euro slips to 1.1690 as Middle East attacks lift dollar; oil risk premium keeps central banks hawkish.
Standard Chartered expects strong exports to boost April industry, despite softer services; oil raises PPI, energy CPI
Written on May 5, 2026 at 1:23 am, by josephine
China’s April PMI signals weakening domestic demand, housing softness; exports and AI-driven output support modest growth.
WTI oil jumps over 3% as Iran hits UAE, stoking Hormuz disruption fears and retaliatory expectations
Written on May 5, 2026 at 12:56 am, by josephine
WTI jumped 3% above $102 as Middle East tensions flared, Fujairah attacked, Hormuz shipping risks rose.
Dutch manufacturing expands as firms stockpile amid Middle East disruptions, lifting Nevi PMI to 2022-highs
Written on May 5, 2026 at 12:53 am, by josephine
Dutch manufacturing output rises as firms stockpile amid Middle East disruptions; demand strengthens, but outlook cautious.
TD Securities expects Canada’s March trade gap to shrink to CAD 1.5bn, boosted by exports, WTI, autos
Written on May 5, 2026 at 12:26 am, by josephine
TD Securities expects Canada’s March trade deficit to narrow, as exports rise with higher energy prices.
US equities sank as Persian Gulf tensions revived, pushing the Dow down 1,000 points from highs
Written on May 5, 2026 at 12:23 am, by josephine
US stocks dropped as UAE interception reports stoked ceasefire fears; oil jumped, while investors awaited key US data.
