Economic Report

Gold Gold posted a modest rebound on Thursday, recovering after recent losses as the US Dollar US Dollar weakened. The metal climbed back above the $4,600 level, finding short-term support after dipping to a one-month low in the previous session.Currency Pressure Ignites DemandThe move higher was largely driven by the …

Key Takeaways GDP rebound: First-quarter GDP rose to 2%, up sharply from 0.5% in Q4 2026 — though just shy of the 2.2% forecast. Shutdown distortion: Last year’s 43-day government shutdown caused the biggest federal spending drop since 1972, skewing prior comparisons. AI data center boom: Rapid expansion to support …

Key Takeaways Steady momentum: Canada’s GDP rose 0.2% month-on-month in February, matching expectations and marking the fourth consecutive month of positive growth. Manufacturing the standout: The sector surged 1.8% — its strongest monthly performance since January 2023 — with broad-based gains across transportation equipment and automotive. Tariff resilience: Canada has …

Key Takeaways Rates held at 2%: The ECB kept its key deposit rate unchanged, sticking with a “steady-hand approach” as expected. Stagflation warning: ING analysts highlighted “increasing stagflationary pressures” in the eurozone — a toxic mix of high inflation and stagnant growth. Oil and gas pain: The Iran war has …

Key Takeaways Rates held at 3.75%: The BOE voted 8-1 to keep its key bank rate unchanged, with one member backing a quarter-point hike. Hawkish warning shot: The central bank flagged that policy may need to respond later this year to the energy shock from the Iran war. Inflation already …

Key Takeaways Critical military briefing: Trump is set to receive a Pentagon briefing Thursday on potential renewed military action against Iran, signaling serious consideration of breaking the two-week deadlock. Wave of strikes on the table: CENTCOM Commander Admiral Brad Cooper will present plans for attacks likely including Iranian infrastructure targets. …

Key Takeaways Hold widely expected: All 62 economists polled by Reuters predict no change to the 3.75% Bank Rate at Thursday’s meeting. Vote split forecast: Analysts expect an 8-1 vote, with Chief Economist Huw Pill seen as the most likely dissenter favoring a hike. Bailey pushes back: The Governor has …

The most anticipated earnings night of the season delivered a classic Wall Street split — one breathtaking blowout, a high-profile stumble, and a pair of solid reports that the market simply shrugged off.Google Steals the NightAlphabet emerged as the undisputed star of the evening, posting earnings per share of $5.11 …

The Federal Reserve’s April meeting concluded with interest rates held steady at 3.50%–3.75%, marking the third consecutive pause. While the decision was widely expected, the tone of the statement and Powell’s remarks revealed a central bank leaning hawkish overall, though with visible cracks in consensus.Economic Activity and Labor MarketThe statement …

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 3.50%–3.75% during its April meeting, marking the third consecutive time policymakers have opted for stability. This outcome was widely anticipated by markets, which had already priced in a pause. The decision comes against a backdrop of heightened …