China’s factory activity contracts in November for 8th month in a row
China’s factory activity contracted for an eighth consecutive month in November, according to official data, as external headwinds…
Japan’s GDP declined in July-September on US tariffs, economists say
Economy 1st contraction in six quarters predicted at annualized 2.4% U.S. tariffs and stagnation of real wages are…
House prices New Zealand: Economists say Official Cash Rate cuts needed to boost market
“This also suggests that mortgage rates could have a bit further to fall yet, especially for floating or…
Housing market predictions for 2026: Cotality expecting some growth after ‘subdued’ year
“Overall, property values remain sluggish for now, but conditions may be turning towards some growth in 2026, albeit…
July inflation data has economists on edge
Markets ended the week largely unfazed by a hotter wholesale inflation print and signs of firming consumer prices,…