GLOBAL ECONOMY NEWS

NATO’s Strategic Pivot: Why Allies Are Ramping Up U.S. Arms Purchases for Ukraine

NATO allies have agreed to significantly increase purchases of U.S. weapons for Ukraine. This article explains the strategic, economic, and geopolitical implications for Europe, Russia, and global security.

2025.12.03

Ukraine-Russia

How Tariffs and the AI Boom Are Stress-Testing Global Growth: OECD’s Warning for 2025–26

The OECD cautions that rising tariffs and a rapid AI investment surge may test the resilience of global economic growth in 2025–26. An analytical look at trade risks, technology cycles, and macroeconomic stability.

2025.12.02

Global Economy

OPEC+ Holds the Line: Why the Bloc Is Freezing Output Hikes Into 2026

OPEC+ confirmed it will pause oil-output hikes into early 2026. Learn how the decision shapes crude prices, inflation trends, and geopolitical energy risks.

2025.12.01

Global Economy

Why the ECB Is Sounding the Alarm on Europe’s Overheated Asset Markets

The ECB has sounded a warning over Europe’s overheated asset markets, citing risks from high valuations amid weak growth and elevated interest rates. Here’s what investors need to know.

2025.11.28

EUR

China Just Overtook the US in Open AI – Why It Matters for Global Power

China now leads the world in downloads of “open” AI models, surpassing the US for the first time. This article explains the MIT–Hugging Face data, China’s open-model strategy, and what it means for startups, standards, and geopolitics.

2025.11.27

Tech

Taiwan Pledges an Additional $40 Billion in Defense Spending to Counter China’s Growing Pressure

Taiwan will allocate an additional US$40 billion for defense as tensions with China rise. Here’s what the plan includes, how allies are responding, and the impact on Indo-Pacific security and markets.

2025.11.26

Asia Pacific

The Demographic Time Bomb: Why Ageing Economies Face a Structural Growth Crisis

Ageing populations are emerging as a major structural threat to long-term GDP growth. This article breaks down the EBRD’s latest warning, exploring demographic risks, economic impacts, and policy solutions.

2025.11.25

Global Economy

Signs of Progress in U.S.–Ukraine Peace Talks and Global Market Implications

The White House says negotiations with Ukraine show real progress, raising hopes for a path toward ending the Russia–Ukraine war. Here’s what the diplomatic shift means for energy markets, Europe’s economy, and geopolitical risk.

2025.11.24

Ukraine-Russia

Europe Hardens Its China Trade Strategy: Why Germany’s Pivot Matters for the Global Economy

The EU is preparing a tougher trade stance on China as Germany pivots its long-standing policies. This analysis explains Europe’s de-risking strategy, political drivers, and global economic implications.

2025.11.21

EUR

G20 Growth Outlook Falls to Post-Crisis Low: IMF Warns of Weakest Medium-Term Prospects Since 2009

The IMF warns that G20 countries face their weakest medium-term growth outlook since 2009, citing productivity stagnation, fiscal strains, and geopolitical risks. An in-depth analysis of global economic implications.

2025.11.20

Global Economy