Moldova’s parliament on Friday voted to approve a state of emergency, citing fears of an immediate threat to energy security.
France’s Macron names centrist Francois Bayrou as new prime minister following political turmoil
French President Emmanuel Macron on Friday named Francois Bayrou as his new prime minister, concluding a week of political deadlock following the toppling of Michel Barnier’s government last week.
UK economy shrinks for second month, contracting 0.1% in October
It marked the country’s second consecutive economic downturn, following a 0.1% GDP decline in September.
A Guide for Investment Analysts: Toward a Longer View of US Financial Markets
Understanding the historical context of financial markets is crucial for investment professionals seeking to make informed decisions in today’s complex landscape. This exploration of historical data stretching back more than 230 years reveals how markets have evolved and how continuity and change shape investment opportunities. From the dominance of railroads in the 19th century to...
CNBC’s Inside India newsletter: India’s central bank has a new governor. Three experts reveal what they’d do in his shoes
The move to replace Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das with Sanjay Malhotra appears a calculated way to address the weakness in India’s economy.
Asia markets mostly fall as investors assess China’s stimulus pledges; South Korea stocks climb
Investors also assessed the Bank of Japan’s Tankan survey, which showed a higher-than-expected optimism among large Japanese manufacturers.
China stresses plans to boost growth at top agenda-setting meeting
The annual economic work conference followed a high-level Monday meeting of the Politburo, the ruling Communist Party’s top decision-making body.
India’s inflation slows from 14-month high, raising hopes of interest rate cut under new governor
The country’s inflation rate reading comes after India had missed growth expectations for its fiscal second quarter
Investors were already wary of South Korean stocks. Then the country descended into chaos
The ‘Korea discount’ refers to South Korean securities trading at lower valuations relative to regional peers due to investors’ concerns over issues such as corporate governance.
UK and EU leaders want a reset after Trump’s win — and now voters want it too
As U.K. and EU leaders seek to reset relations ahead of President-elect Donald Trump’s return to the White House, public sentiment also appears to be shifting.