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Simply Economics
Simply News from Qurrent
100 episodes
2 months ago
Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightfoward news from the world of economics.
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Simply Economics
Global Economic Slowdown and U.S. Job Market Woes
In today's episode, we delve into the World Bank's alarming report on the global economic slowdown, with growth projections at their weakest since 2008. We also explore the U.S. economic landscape, where the labor market is cooling amid inflation concerns and widespread layoffs in retail and tech sectors. Join us as we discuss the implications of these developments and the potential for future federal interventions.Sources:https://www.worldbank.org/en/news/press-release/2025/06/10/global-economic-prospects-june-2025-press-releasehttps://media.un.org/unifeed/en/asset/d340/d3406275https://www.worldbank.org/en/publication/global-economic-prospectshttps://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/a2c8fea0-4059-490f-879f-4fda91c67313https://www.bpc.cc/news/business-news/archive/article/2025/June/global-economy-set-for-weakest-run-since-2008-warns-world-bankhttps://www.theasset.com/article/54217/world-bank-warns-of-weakest-global-growth-in-17-yearshttps://finimize.com/content/world-bank-lowers-global-growth-forecasts-amid-trade-tensionshttps://openknowledge.worldbank.org/entities/publication/a2c8fea0-4059-490f-879f-4fda91c67313https://www.worldbank.org/en/publication/global-economic-prospectshttps://thedocs.worldbank.org/en/doc/8bf0b62ec6bcb886d97295ad930059e9-0050012025/related/GEP-June-2025-Analysis-EAP.pdfhttps://apiapsmiphacon2024.com/the-1000-stimulus-check/https://www.marca.com/en/lifestyle/us-news/personal-finance/2025/06/10/68487490ca4741b77c8b45e6.htmlhttps://www.fingerlakes1.com/2025/06/12/irs-june-2025-payment-tracker/https://economictimes.com/news/international/us/google-layoffs-2025-tech-titan-offers-buyouts-to-u-s-employeesare-layoffs-next-google-news/articleshow/121779133.cmshttps://www.the-independent.com/news/world/americas/store-closures-retail-layoffs-economy-b2767340.htmlhttps://fortune.com/2025/06/10/paramount-layoffs-june-2025/https://techcrunch.com/2025/06/16/tech-layoffs-2025-list/https://kleanindustries.com/insights/market-analysis-reports/recent-corporate-layoffs-major-company-cuts-2025/
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1 month ago
6 minutes 57 seconds

Simply Economics
U.S. Job Market Defies Cooling Trends; Stock Market Surges Amid Eased Tensions
In today's episode, we explore the resilience of the U.S. labor market as it adds 139,000 jobs in May, defying cooling trends. We also discuss the U.S. stock market rally driven by a strong job report and the easing of tensions between President Trump and Elon Musk. Additionally, we delve into the OECD's projections of slowing global economic growth and the factors contributing to this trend. Join us for these insights and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.stlouisfed.org/on-the-economy/2025/jun/flash-report-may-unemployment-flows-suggest-some-labor-market-weakeninghttps://www.staffingindustry.com/research/research-reports/americas/june-2025-us-jobs-reporthttps://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htmhttps://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/empsit.pdfhttps://www.reveliolabs.com/news/macro/jobs-outlook-june-2025/https://eyeonhousing.org/2025/06/u-s-economy-added-139000-jobs-in-may/https://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htmhttps://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/empsit.pdfhttps://www.ainvest.com/news/jobs-report-won-fed-breathe-3-8-wage-growth-means-rates-stay-high-longer-2506/https://www.ainvest.com/news/labor-market-resilience-treasury-yields-navigating-fed-policy-crosscurrents-2025-2506/https://fortune.com/2025/06/08/stock-market-today-dow-futures-sp500-record-high-us-china-trade-talks-inflation-cpi/https://www.morningstar.com/markets/june-2025-us-stock-market-outlook-has-storm-passedhttps://www.dwassetmgmt.com/blog/midday-market-roundup-for-friday-june-6-2025https://www.nasdaq.com/articles/stocks-rally-strong-us-jobs-report-alleviates-growth-concernshttps://www.thestreet.com/investing/stock-market-today-musk-trump-feud-hits-stocks-but-employment-numbers-are-goodhttps://www.axios.com/2025/06/03/trump-tariffs-growth-oecdhttps://www.oecd.org/en/about/news/press-releases/2025/06/global-economic-outlook-shifts-as-trade-policy-uncertainty-weakens-growth.htmlhttps://www.un.org/development/desa/dpad/publication/world-economic-situation-and-prospects-june-2025-briefing-no-190/https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_83363382-en.htmlhttps://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/projections/html/ecb.projections202506_eurosystemstaff~16a68fbaf4.en.html
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1 month ago
11 minutes 5 seconds

Simply Economics
U.S. Job Market Steady, UN Calls for Ocean Economy Reforms
In today's episode, we explore the resilience of the U.S. labor market in May 2025, with job growth surpassing expectations despite a cooling trend. We also discuss the Atlanta Federal Reserve's optimistic GDP growth forecast. Additionally, we delve into the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development's call for enhanced ocean economic governance and climate-adaptive investments. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.investopedia.com/may-2025-jobs-report-preview-11748880https://www.bls.gov/news.release/pdf/empsit.pdfhttps://unctad.org/system/files/official-document/ditcinf2025d4.pdfhttps://unctad.org/topic/trade-analysishttps://www.polity.org.za/article/global-trade-update-june-2025-sustainable-ocean-economy-2025-06-06https://www.instagram.com/p/DKeWdZSN8OG/https://unctad.org/news/rising-tide-growing-risks-ocean-economy-faces-pressure-and-fragmentation
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1 month ago
8 minutes 19 seconds

Simply Economics
US Job Growth Surpasses Expectations Amid Global Economic Slowdown
In this episode, we delve into the latest US jobs report, revealing a surprising increase in nonfarm payrolls for May 2025. Despite this positive news, global economic growth is projected to slow, with inflation concerns rising due to increased trade costs. We explore the implications of these trends with expert analysis and discuss the OECD's sobering economic outlook for the coming years. Join us for a comprehensive look at the current state of the global economy and what it means for the future.Sources:https://www.bls.gov/news.release/archives/empsit_06062025.htmhttps://www.forex.com/en-us/news-and-analysis/us-non-farm-payrolls-nfp-report-preview-may-2025/https://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htmhttps://www.morningstar.com/economy/may-us-jobs-report-139000-rise-payrollshttps://www.fxstreet.com/news/nonfarm-payrolls-set-to-show-us-labor-market-weakened-in-may-as-tariff-policy-weighs-202506060500https://www.fxstreet.com/news/nonfarm-payrolls-set-to-show-us-labor-market-weakened-in-may-as-tariff-policy-weighs-202506060500https://www.morningstar.com/markets/forecasts-may-jobs-report-show-employers-cautious-tariff-impact-yet-be-felthttps://www.forex.com/en-us/news-and-analysis/us-non-farm-payrolls-nfp-report-preview-may-2025/https://www.bls.gov/news.release/archives/empsit_06062025.htmhttps://www.bls.gov/news.release/empsit.nr0.htmhttps://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_83363382-en.htmlhttps://www.oecd.org/content/dam/oecd/en/publications/reports/2025/06/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_1fd979a8/83363382-en.pdfhttps://www.statista.com/chart/34558/global-gdp-growth-projections/https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/2025/06/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_1fd979a8/full-report/general-assessment-of-the-macroeconomic-situation_3e68d1e3.htmlhttps://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-economic-growth-forecast-cut-sharply-oecd-due-higher-tariffshttps://www.oecd.org/en/data/insights/statistical-releases/2025/06/consumer-prices-oecd-updated-5-june-2025.htmlhttps://democrats.org/news/icymi-trumps-disastrous-economy-is-only-going-to-get-worse/https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/06/03/oecd-outlook-can-the-global-economy-survive-trade-pressures-in-2025https://www.oecd.org/en/about/news/press-releases/2025/06/global-economic-outlook-shifts-as-trade-policy-uncertainty-weakens-growth.htmlhttps://tradingeconomics.com/country-list/inflation-rate?continent=g20.
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1 month ago
11 minutes 45 seconds

Simply Economics
Global Economic Slowdown: US and Eurozone Face New Challenges
In today's episode, we explore the projected slowdown of the US economy, with growth expected to drop to 1.6% by 2025. We also delve into the eurozone's modest growth in early 2025 and the European Central Bank's decision to cut its deposit rate as inflation eases. Join us as we discuss the factors contributing to these economic trends, including trade policies, inflation concerns, and global economic uncertainties. Tune in for a comprehensive analysis of the economic outlook for the US and Europe.Sources:https://www.axios.com/2025/06/03/trump-tariffs-growth-oecdhttps://www.oecd.org/en/about/news/press-releases/2025/06/global-economic-outlook-shifts-as-trade-policy-uncertainty-weakens-growth.htmlhttps://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_83363382-en.htmlhttps://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-economic-growth-forecast-cut-sharply-oecd-due-higher-tariffshttps://www.statista.com/chart/34557/oecd-real-gdp-growth-projections/https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/projections/html/ecb.projections202506_eurosystemstaff~16a68fbaf4.en.htmlhttps://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/press_conference/monetary-policy-statement/2025/html/ecb.is250605~f00a36ef2b.en.htmlhttps://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_83363382-en/full-report/euro-area_b33827ba.htmlhttps://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/economy/emea/eurozone-economic-outlook.htmlhttps://www.staffingindustry.com/news/global-daily-news/eu-and-euro-area-gdp-on-the-rise-in-q1https://www.bis.org/review/r250602e.htmhttps://www.euronews.com/business/2025/06/05/ecb-lowers-rates-for-the-eighth-time-as-trade-tensions-threaten-growthhttps://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/pr/date/2025/html/ecb.mp250605~3b5f67d007.en.htmlhttps://www.imf.org/en/Blogs/Articles/2025/06/03/a-united-europe-can-shape-the-global-economyhttps://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/about/economics/economics-publications/post.other-publications.international-economics.europe-.ecb--june-5-2025-.htmlhttps://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/projections/html/ecb.projections202506_eurosystemstaff~16a68fbaf4.en.htmlhttps://www.euronews.com/business/2025/06/05/ecb-lowers-rates-for-the-eighth-time-as-trade-tensions-threaten-growth
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1 month ago
10 minutes 51 seconds

Simply Economics
U.S. Economic Slowdown: Tariffs and Policy Shifts Impact Growth
In today's episode, we delve into the U.S. economic slowdown as new tariffs and policy changes take effect. The OECD revises its GDP growth forecast, highlighting a concerning economic trajectory. We explore the factors contributing to this slowdown, including rising tariffs and inflation, and discuss the potential for stagflation. Join us as we analyze the resilience of certain regions and sectors, and consider the global implications of these economic challenges.Sources:https://abcnews.go.com/Business/us-economic-outlook-slashed-oecd-trumps-tariffs-upend/story?id=122443152https://www.businessinsider.com/trump-tariffs-us-economy-growth-oecd-forecasts-inflation-jobs-incomes-2025-6https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-economic-growth-forecast-cut-sharply-oecd-due-higher-tariffshttps://heathercoxrichardson.substack.com/p/june-4-2025https://www.investopedia.com/federal-reserve-the-economy-is-slowing-as-companies-can-t-figure-out-the-rules-of-this-tariff-game-11748450
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1 month ago
3 minutes 45 seconds

Simply Economics
OECD Warns of Rising Inflation Amid Trade Tensions
In today's episode, we delve into the OECD's latest report highlighting a resurgence of global inflationary pressures, particularly in the U.S., due to increased trade barriers. We explore the economic implications of these trends and discuss the OECD's recommendations for policymakers to prioritize reducing trade barriers to foster growth and stabilize prices. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pressing global economic challenges.Sources:https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_83363382-en/full-report/general-assessment-of-the-macroeconomic-situation_3e68d1e3.htmlhttps://www.oecd.org/content/dam/oecd/en/publications/reports/2025/06/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_1fd979a8/83363382-en.pdfhttps://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2025/06/04/dcrn-j04.htmlhttps://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_83363382-en/full-report/turkiye_2d44f583.htmlhttps://www.ainvest.com/news/oecd-slashes-growth-forecasts-tariff-turmoil-clouds-global-outlook-2506/https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/06/03/oecd-outlook-can-the-global-economy-survive-trade-pressures-in-2025https://www.cbsnews.com/news/oecd-us-economic-forecast-trump-tariffs-2025-2026/https://www.un.org/development/desa/dpad/publication/world-economic-situation-and-prospects-june-2025-briefing-no-190/https://www.morganstanley.com/insights/articles/economic-outlook-midyear-2025https://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_83363382-en.html
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1 month ago
4 minutes 15 seconds

Simply Economics
Global Economic Outlook Dims Amid Trade Tensions, US Manufacturing Struggles
In today's episode, we delve into the OECD's latest Economic Outlook, highlighting a more cautious global growth forecast due to rising trade barriers. We also examine the ongoing contraction in the US manufacturing sector, with the latest PMI data indicating persistent challenges. Additionally, we explore the easing inflation trends in the US and their potential impact on Federal Reserve policies. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pressing economic issues.Sources:https://www.oecd.org/en/about/news/media-advisories/2025/05/oecd-to-release-latest-economic-outlook-on-tuesday-3-june-2025.htmlhttps://www.oecd.org/en/publications/oecd-economic-outlook-volume-2025-issue-1_83363382-en.htmlhttps://www.forexlive.com/news/oecd-cuts-global-outlook-as-trump-tariffs-bite-at-us-growth-20250603/https://www.oecd.org/en/about/newsroom.htmlhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ooppJsAyI-Qhttps://www.manufacturingdive.com/news/ism-s-and-p-pmi-may-2025-trump-tariffs/749549/https://www.advisorperspectives.com/dshort/updates/2025/06/02/ism-manufacturing-pmi-contracts-may-2025?topic=covid-19-coronavirus-coveragehttps://www.advisorperspectives.com/dshort/updates/2025/06/02/sp-global-manufacturing-pmi-may-2025https://www.pmi.spglobal.com/Public/Home/PressRelease/ed3c6f6ea79843648c9b8b98824d74f7https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/manufacturing-pmihttps://www.morningstar.com/economy/april-pce-report-pce-inflation-index-up-21-softer-than-expectedhttps://www.fxstreet.com/news/us-core-pce-inflation-likely-steady-in-april-as-markets-price-federal-reserve-rate-cut-for-september-202505300600https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/april-2025-pce-inflationhttps://www.bea.gov/news/2025/personal-income-and-outlays-april-2025https://www.metatradingclub.com/april-pce-price-index/
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1 month ago
11 minutes 40 seconds

Simply Economics
Global Economic Uncertainty: Rate Cuts and Employment Concerns
In today's episode, we delve into the complexities of the global economy as the U.S. faces employment challenges amid a declining PMI. We explore the European Central Bank's anticipated interest rate cut and its implications for the eurozone. Meanwhile, the Bank of Canada grapples with mixed signals ahead of its rate decision. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal economic developments and their potential impacts.Sources:https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/mi/research-analysis/week-ahead-economic-preview-week-of-2-june-2025.htmlhttps://features.financialjuice.com/2025/05/30/week-ahead-economic-indicators-2nd-june-6th-june-us/https://www.morningstar.com/news/dow-jones/202506011051/week-ahead-for-fx-bonds-us-jobs-data-likely-ecb-rate-cut-in-focushttps://upstox.com/news/business-news/economy/manufacturing-pmi-falls-to-3-month-low-amid-softer-growth-in-output-orders/article-171181/https://www.investing.com/analysis/week-ahead-us-jobs-pmis-and-wage-data-could-challenge-feds-softlanding-hopes-200661527https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20250602-ecb-expected-to-cut-rates-again-as-trump-trade-war-rumbles-onhttps://sofokleous10.gr/2025/06/01/ecb-possible-new-interest-rate-cut-on-thursday-expectation-of-further-reduction-in-inflation/https://think.ing.com/articles/ecb-to-cut-rates-by-25bp-next-week-with-questions-about-the-direction-of-travel/https://www.morningstar.co.uk/uk/news/265571/will-the-ecb-cut-interest-rates-again-on-june-5.aspxhttps://www.ainvest.com/news/ecb-cut-rates-25bp-eurozone-faces-trade-war-challenges-2506/https://www.fxstreet.com/news/usd-cad-falls-to-near-13700-as-traders-expect-boc-to-keep-rates-steady-in-june-202506020439https://www.bankofcanada.ca/2025/05/financial-stability-report-2025/https://www.morningstar.ca/ca/news/265553/will-the-bank-of-canada-cut-interest-rates%C2%A0.aspxhttps://www.firstnational.ca/commercial/resources-insights/article/on-the-radar--will-the-bank-of-canada-cut-rates-on-june-4https://cdhowe.org/publication/mpcmay29/
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1 month ago
11 minutes 40 seconds

Simply Economics
US Investment Boom and Eurozone Challenges: A Global Economic Shift
Explore the dramatic surge in US foreign investment, with net inflows reaching $350 billion, and its implications for global markets. Delve into the eurozone's economic stagnation and the European Central Bank's anticipated rate cut. Plus, understand the weakening US dollar's impact on international trade and currency markets. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal economic developments.Sources:https://www.ubs.com/us/en/assetmanagement/insights/market-updates/articles/2025-06-macro-monthly.htmlhttps://www.marctomarket.com/2025/05/june-2025-monthly.htmlhttps://afsa.org/advancing-us-economic-interests-overseas-era-rising-tariffshttps://www.nb.com/handlers/documents.ashx?id=8b8ad3e7-59aa-4a02-97e6-da5ece862508https://sundayguardianlive.com/business/fpi-inflows-peaked-in-may-2025-says-nsdhttps://www2.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/economy/emea/eurozone-economic-outlook.htmlhttps://www.euronews.com/business/2025/05/30/eurozone-disinflation-on-track-as-price-pressures-ease-in-germany-italy-and-spainhttps://economic-research.bnpparibas.com/html/en-US/updated-scenario-forecasts-Economic-Research-19-2025-5/19/2025,51187https://www.markets.com/news/week-ahead-ecb-interest-rate-decision-and-u-s-nfp-in-spotlight/https://www.morningstar.co.uk/uk/news/265519/eurozone-inflation-what-to-expect-from-mays-data.aspxhttps://www.forex.com/en-us/news-and-analysis/forex-seasonality-june-2025-bullish-tailwinds-for-eurusd-audusd/https://www.morganstanley.com/insights/articles/investment-outlook-midyear-2025https://www.marctomarket.com/2025/05/june-2025-monthly.htmlhttps://www.dailyforex.com/forex-technical-analysis/2025/06/usdzar-monthly-forecast-01-june-2025/228995https://www.careedgeglobal.com/upload/RatingReportPDF/Shifting%20Tides%20in%20Currency%20Markets-%20CareEdge%20Report.pdf
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2 months ago
11 minutes 3 seconds

Simply Economics
ECB’s Rate Cut Dilemma and U.S.-China Trade Truce: A Fragile Balance
In today's episode, we delve into the European Central Bank's anticipated interest rate cut and its paradoxical effects on consumers. We also explore the temporary U.S.-China tariff agreement, its initial impacts, and the looming uncertainties. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pivotal economic developments and their global implications.Sources:https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/05-28-2025-european-central-bank-expected-to-cut-interest-rates-amid-economic-trends-24856905319193https://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/blog/date/2025/html/ecb.blog20250528~bd3c3b750a.en.htmlhttps://www.ecb.europa.eu/press/pr/date/2025/html/ecb.pr250528~c61ec4f10a.en.htmlhttps://economics.bmo.com/en/publications/detail/ea376c40-7dad-4823-86c0-8fe3158fc621/https://time.com/7290011/trump-says-china-violating-trade-agreement-tariffs-row/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-china-violating-trade-agreement-tariffs-truth-social/https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/05/what-to-expect-from-us-china-trade-talks/https://www.tradecomplianceresourcehub.com/2025/05/29/trump-2-0-tariff-tracker/https://budgetlab.yale.edu/research/state-us-tariffs-may-29-2025https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-claims-china-totally-violated-trade-agreement-us/story?id=122342782https://time.com/7290011/trump-says-china-violating-trade-agreement-tariffs-row/https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-china-violating-trade-agreement-tariffs-truth-social/
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2 months ago
8 minutes 11 seconds

Simply Economics
Court Blocks Trump’s Tariffs, Markets React Amid Economic Contraction
In today's episode, we delve into the U.S. Court of International Trade's decision to block President Trump's import tariffs, sparking a rally in global financial markets. We also explore the U.S. economy's contraction in the first quarter of 2025 and the Federal Reserve's concerns over stagflation risks. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these developments and their implications for trade policy and economic growth.Sources:https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-tariffs-blocked-illegal-court-international-trade-ieepa-whats-next/https://time.com/7289394/trump-tariffs-uscit-court-international-trade-ruling-appeal-reactions-explainer/https://abcnews.go.com/Business/stocks-climb-after-court-blocks-trumps-tariffs/story?id=122304566
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2 months ago
4 minutes 8 seconds

Simply Economics
Fed’s Balancing Act, Consumer Confidence Surge, and Oil Price Plunge
In today's episode, we delve into the Federal Reserve's latest meeting minutes, revealing the central bank's struggle with economic uncertainties and policy trade-offs. We also explore the surprising rebound in U.S. consumer confidence, driven by improved economic outlooks and lower gas prices. Lastly, we examine the significant drop in crude oil prices, its causes, and the potential global economic impacts. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.federalreserve.gov/newsevents/pressreleases/other20250528a.htmhttps://www.fxstreet.com/news/fed-minutes-set-to-reveal-details-of-hawkish-stance-amid-trumps-tariffs-202505281315https://www.investopedia.com/meeting-minutes-confirm-fed-really-is-stumped-about-the-economy-s-future-11743633https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/us-consumer-confidence-partially-rebounds-in-may-302465852.htmlhttps://www.conference-board.org/topics/consumer-confidence/press/CCI-May-2025https://www.conference-board.org/podcasts/c-suite-perspectives/The-State-of-the-Economy-for-May-2025https://www.foxbusiness.com/economy/us-consumer-confidence-rebounds-may-after-five-month-slidehttps://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2025/05/27/Conference-Board-Consumer-Index-American/4321748363216/https://www.tipranks.com/news/company-announcements/petrobras-reports-q1-2025-revenue-decline-amidst-lower-oil-priceshttps://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/gas-prices-hit-4-year-low-ahead-memorial-day-weekendhttps://www.aa.com.tr/en/energy/oil/oil-prices-fall-as-market-awaits-opec-meeting/49471https://www.cmegroup.com/openmarkets/energy/2025/Will-Summer-Drivers-See-Lower-Gas-Prices.htmlhttps://www.ainvest.com/news/rig-count-collapse-energy-investors-act-floor-drops-2505/https://www.euromonitor.com/article/commodity-market-outlook-q2-2025-weaker-demand-outlook-amid-policy-uncertainty-to-cap-price-growthhttps://energynewsbeat.co/where-are-oil-prices-headed-in-2025-and-beyond-goldman-sachs-bearish-outlook-meets-rising-demand-well-economics-matters/https://www.litefinance.org/blog/analysts-opinions/oil-price-prediction-forecast/https://energynews.pro/en/the-world-bank-anticipates-a-historic-drop-in-oil-prices-in-2025/https://www.cmegroup.com/insights/economic-research/2025/is-crude-oil-at-a-major-inflection-point.html
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2 months ago
11 minutes 23 seconds

Simply Economics
Global Economic Shifts: Canada’s GDP Concerns and Central Bank Moves
In today's episode, we delve into Canada's anticipated Q1 2025 GDP data, highlighting a potential economic slowdown. We also explore the strategic interest rate cuts by central banks in New Zealand and South Korea amid global trade uncertainties. Join us as we analyze these developments and their implications for the global economic landscape.Sources:https://www.oecd.org/en/data/insights/statistical-releases/2025/05/gdp-growth-first-quarter-2025-oecd.htmlhttps://www.rbc.com/en/thought-leadership/economics/forward-guidance-our-weekly-preview/https://corporate.vanguard.com/content/corporatesite/us/en/corp/vemo/vemo-canada.htmlhttps://www.ainvest.com/news/canada-economic-outlook-persistent-negative-revisions-early-warning-signals-equity-debt-investors-2505/https://economics.bmo.com/media/filer_public/05/15/0515ab98-be30-43f4-9e08-961912893ec5/outlookcanada.pdfhttps://www.rbc.com/en/thought-leadership/economics/forward-guidance-our-weekly-preview/https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/mi/research-analysis/week-ahead-economic-preview-week-of-26-may-2025.htmlhttps://www.capitaleconomics.com/publications/canada-economics-weekly/canada-weekly-markets-overreacting-rise-core-inflation-aprilhttps://www.nbc.ca/content/dam/bnc/taux-analyses/analyse-eco/weekly-economic-watch.pdfhttps://tradingeconomics.com/canada/producer-prices-changehttps://www.rnz.co.nz/news/business/562314/rbnz-set-to-cut-official-cash-rate-by-25-basis-points-to-3-point-25-percenthttps://www.sharecafe.com.au/2025/05/27/rbnz-expected-to-cut-interest-rates/https://www.forex.com/en-us/news-and-analysis/rbnz-set-to-cut-again-but-forecasts-hold-the-key-for-nzd-direction/https://www.forexlive.com/centralbank/reserve-bank-of-new-zealand-expected-to-cut-its-cash-rate-by-25bp-this-week-preview-20250526/https://www.nzherald.co.nz/business/ocr-preview-another-cut-due-as-rbnz-watches-and-waits/N64ICP742JHB5HUPAO7YZ7HQZQ/https://english.news.cn/asiapacific/20250527/140d31986538449a804e8866129eb80c/c.htmlhttps://longportapp.com/en/news/241919670https://www.mk.co.kr/en/economy/11327065https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20250525000651320https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20250525001200320
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2 months ago
7 minutes 43 seconds

Simply Economics
Trump’s Tariff Turmoil: EU Trade Tensions and Market Reactions
In today's episode, we delve into President Trump's announcement of significant tariffs on EU imports, escalating trade tensions. We explore the potential impact on the global economy, with a focus on the U.S. market's reaction and the European Union's possible countermeasures. Join us as we unpack the complexities of these proposed tariffs and their implications for international trade.Sources:https://www.tradecomplianceresourcehub.com/2025/05/23/trump-2-0-tariff-tracker/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BgfAMKPfjbA
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2 months ago
4 minutes 12 seconds

Simply Economics
U.S.-China Tariff Agreement and Economic Slowdown Looms
In today's episode, we delve into the recent U.S.-China agreement to reduce tariffs and its potential impact on the global economy. We also explore projections of a significant slowdown in the U.S. economy by 2025, with insights into factors such as trade tensions, inflation, and Federal Reserve policies. Additionally, we analyze the sharp declines in U.S. stock markets following President Trump's tariff threats against the European Union and Apple. Join us for a comprehensive overview of these pressing economic issues.Sources:https://www.swissre.com/institute/research/sigma-research/Economic-Outlook/economic-financial-risk-insights-may-2025.htmlhttps://economic-research.bnpparibas.com/html/en-US/updated-scenario-forecasts-Economic-Research-19-2025-5/19/2025,51187https://economy-finance.ec.europa.eu/economic-forecast-and-surveys/economic-forecasts/spring-2025-economic-forecast-moderate-growth-amid-global-economic-uncertainty_enhttps://corporate.vanguard.com/content/corporatesite/us/en/corp/vemo/vemo-united-states.htmlhttps://www.conference-board.org/topics/us-leading-indicators/press/us-lei-may-2025https://www.investopedia.com/dow-jones-today-05222025-11739858https://www.cbsnews.com/news/stock-market-lower-tariffs-threats-apple-us-may-23/
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2 months ago
9 minutes 8 seconds

Simply Economics
U.S. Credit Downgrade Sparks Fiscal Concerns; EU Forecasts Modest Growth
In today's episode, we explore the implications of Moody's downgrading the U.S. credit rating and Deutsche Bank's warning about fiscal deterioration. We also delve into the European Commission's Spring 2025 Economic Forecast, which predicts moderate growth amid global trade tensions. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these pressing economic issues.Sources:https://economictimes.com/news/international/business/deutsche-bank-ceo-calls-2025-a-year-of-reckoning/articleshow/121336168.cmshttps://www.forexfactory.com/news/1342462-us-dollar-fiscal-frown-theory-has-deutsche-bankhttps://www.dailymotion.com/video/x9jwyu8https://www.idnfinancials.com/news/54720/deutsche-bank-moodys-downgrade-of-us-credit-rating-raises-concernshttps://longportapp.com/en/news/241371339https://gmk.center/en/news/ec-downgraded-its-forecast-for-eu-gdp-growth-in-2025-to-1-1/https://economy-finance.ec.europa.eu/economic-forecast-and-surveys/economic-forecasts/spring-2025-economic-forecast-moderate-growth-amid-global-economic-uncertainty_enhttps://commission.europa.eu/news/eu-economy-projected-moderately-grow-amid-global-economic-uncertainty-2025-05-19_enhttps://economy-finance.ec.europa.eu/publications/european-economic-forecast-spring-2025_enhttps://eaccny.com/news/chapternews/european-commission-spring-2025-economic-forecast-moderate-growth-amid-global-economic-uncertainty/
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2 months ago
7 minutes 38 seconds

Simply Economics
US-China Trade Truce and Global Economic Woes
In today's episode, we delve into the temporary trade agreement between the US and China, marking a pause in their trade tensions with significant tariff reductions. We also explore the United Nations' grim update on the global economic outlook, highlighting a downturn in growth projections. Additionally, we examine the European Commission's Spring 2025 Economic Forecast, which suggests moderate growth for the EU amidst global uncertainties. Join us for these stories and more on Simply News Radio.Sources:https://www.hklaw.com/en/insights/publications/2025/05/president-trump-announces-preliminary-trade-agreements-with-uk-chinahttps://www.gibsondunn.com/stepping-away-from-the-brink-us-china-trade-deal-offers-90-day-tariff-reduction/https://www.lathropgpm.com/insights/u-s-china-trade-update-trade-deal-brings-tariff-and-policy-changes/https://www.fusionww.com/insights/blog/u.s.-china-trade-agreement-tariff-reductions-signal-new-phase-in-trade-relationshttps://www.tradecomplianceresourcehub.com/2025/05/16/trump-2-0-tariff-tracker/https://www.un.org/sustainabledevelopment/blog/2025/05/press-release-wesp2025-2/https://media.un.org/unifeed/en/asset/d339/d3396571https://desapublications.un.org/publications/world-economic-situation-and-prospects-mid-2025https://desapublications.un.org/file/21163/downloadhttps://shafaq.com/en/Economy/Global-growth-slowing-UN-revises-2025-GDP-projection-down-to-2-4https://www.euronews.com/business/2025/05/19/spring-2025-economic-forecast-how-much-will-trumps-tariffs-hinder-eu-growthhttps://economy-finance.ec.europa.eu/economic-forecast-and-surveys/economic-forecasts/spring-2025-economic-forecast-moderate-growth-amid-global-economic-uncertainty_enhttps://commission.europa.eu/news/eu-economy-projected-moderately-grow-amid-global-economic-uncertainty-2025-05-19_enhttps://economy-finance.ec.europa.eu/publications/european-economic-forecast-spring-2025_enhttps://eaccny.com/news/chapternews/european-commission-spring-2025-economic-forecast-moderate-growth-amid-global-economic-uncertainty/
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2 months ago
11 minutes 7 seconds

Simply Economics
US-China Tariff Truce and Market Resilience Amid Credit Downgrade
In today's episode, we explore the landmark agreement between the United States and China to reduce tariffs, easing trade tensions temporarily. We also delve into the implications of Moody's downgrading the US credit rating due to rising debt concerns. Despite these challenges, US financial markets show remarkable resilience, with major indices closing higher. Join us for an in-depth analysis of these developments and their impact on global economic relations.Sources:https://www.hinrichfoundation.com/research/what-we-are-reading/two-deals-but-little-certainty/https://www.gibsondunn.com/stepping-away-from-the-brink-us-china-trade-deal-offers-90-day-tariff-reduction/https://www.whitecase.com/insight-alert/united-states-and-china-agree-partially-de-escalate-april-tariffshttps://simplyethical.com/blog/us-china-tariffs-truce-90-days-pause/https://www.pbs.org/newshour/economy/analysis-trumps-truce-with-china-on-tariffs-comes-at-a-cost-to-u-s-credibilityhttps://www.dwassetmgmt.com/blog/the-pulse-global-economic-and-market-news-for-tuesday-may-20-2025
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2 months ago
7 minutes 27 seconds

Simply Economics
US-China Tariff Truce and EU Economic Downgrade: Navigating Global Trade Uncertainty
In today's episode, we delve into the temporary US-China tariff reduction agreement and its implications for global trade. We also explore the European Commission's downgraded economic forecast for the EU, highlighting the challenges and opportunities ahead. Join us as we discuss the fragile state of international trade and its impact on businesses and consumers worldwide.Sources:https://www.csis.org/analysis/understanding-temporary-de-escalation-us-china-trade-warhttps://www.whitecase.com/insight-alert/united-states-and-china-agree-partially-de-escalate-april-tariffshttps://www.gibsondunn.com/stepping-away-from-the-brink-us-china-trade-deal-offers-90-day-tariff-reduction/https://www.wcshipping.com/blog/us-china-trade-deal-2025-auto-tariffs-shippinghttps://www.internationaltradeinsights.com/2025/05/u-s-and-china-agree-to-reduce-tariffs-for-90-days/https://www.eunews.it/en/2025/05/19/trumps-tariffs-hit-eurozone-growth-2025-forecasts-cut-by-0-4-percentage-points/https://economy-finance.ec.europa.eu/economic-forecast-and-surveys/economic-forecasts/spring-2025-economic-forecast-moderate-growth-amid-global-economic-uncertainty_enhttps://economy-finance.ec.europa.eu/publications/european-economic-forecast-spring-2025_enhttps://eaccny.com/news/chapternews/european-commission-spring-2025-economic-forecast-moderate-growth-amid-global-economic-uncertainty/https://www.aa.com.tr/en/economy/eu-cuts-economic-growth-forecasts-amid-tariff-uncertainty/3572910https://businessday.ng/companies/article/global-business-optimism-falls-amid-trade-uncertainty-report/https://www.spglobal.com/marketintelligence/en/mi/research-analysis/week-ahead-economic-preview-week-of-16-may-2025.htmlhttps://www.northerntrust.com/united-states/insights-research/2025/global-economic-outlook/a-new-dawnhttps://chiefexecutive.net/manufacturing-ceo-optimism-grows-again-in-may/https://www.weforum.org/stories/2025/05/step-back-from-brink-for-global-economy-and-other-key-economic-news/
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2 months ago
11 minutes 5 seconds

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