Global Economy G20 Statement Puts Global Imbalances Back in Focus
The G20 chair statement links global imbalances, sovereign debt and energy trade, with implications for currencies, credit and fiscal policy.
Michael Morgan
Global Economy 
Africa Nigeria GDP Growth Accelerates to 4.43% in Second Quarter
Nigeria's real GDP grew 4.43% in Q2 2026. Oil output improved, but non-oil activity and inflation will determine the durability of the recovery.
Asia Pacific Japan Reports ¥15.4 Trillion in Foreign Exchange Intervention
Japan reported ¥15.4 trillion of foreign-exchange intervention for July 30 to August 26, putting yen volatility and policy signals in focus.
Middle East and Central Asia Syria Reconnects to Global Card Payments After 15 Years
Visa and Mastercard tests show Syria's return to international card payments, while sanctions, compliance and banking risks still set the pace.
Latin America Brazil Inflation Cools as the Central Bank Cuts the Selic Rate
Brazil's June inflation slowdown and the central bank's Selic cut improve the outlook, but expectations and global risks keep policy cautious.
Global Economy IMF Says Global Economy Absorbs Energy Shock, Fiscal Risks Persist
The IMF says the global economy has absorbed the energy shock so far, but higher inflation and limited fiscal space still threaten vulnerable economies.
Global Economy U.S. Imposes 50% Tariff on Selected Canadian Auto Imports
A new U.S. duty on selected Canadian auto imports puts customs rules, supply-chain exposure and Canada’s planned response in focus.
Middle East Conflict Strait of Hormuz Reopening Hopes Ease Global Energy Shock
US-Iran talks raised hopes of reopening the Strait of Hormuz, easing oil-supply fears while leaving inflation and shipping risks in focus.
Global Economy Oil Prices Rise as Iran Threats Revive Global Inflation Risk
Oil prices rose on renewed Iran threats, renewing inflation risk as disrupted crude and fuel flows tighten the global energy market.
Global Economy U.S. Treasury Doubles Long-End Buybacks as Yields Rise
The U.S. Treasury will at least double long-end liquidity-support buybacks, an adjustment that eased yields and matters for global funding markets.