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UAE strengthens position among fastest-growing economies

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ABU DHABI, December 18, 2025: The United Arab Emirates strengthened its position in 2025 as one of the world’s fastest-growing economies, driven by broad-based expansion in...
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UNCTAD urges Africa to boost trade ties for economic resilience

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UNCTAD’s 2024 report warns Africa remains highly vulnerable to global shocks, urging stronger regional trade and policy reforms to unlock AfCFTA’s $3.4 trillion potential....
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UK growth forecast slashed as Bank of England lowers rates

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The Bank of England cut interest rates to 4.5% amid weak UK growth, signaling further reductions ahead as inflation slows and economic uncertainty persists....
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Korean won hits new yearly low amid Trump tariff concerns

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The Korean won hit a new yearly low, falling to 1,471.35 per dollar, as US tariffs and domestic political tensions increase economic uncertainty in South...
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Kremlin rebuffs Trump’s claim on BRICS currency, stresses investments

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Moscow rebuffed Trump’s claims on BRICS forming a currency, asserting that the group is prioritizing joint investments rather than replacing the U.S. dollar in global...
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Elliott Management warns of crypto collapse due to White House backing

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Elliott Management warns crypto is a speculative bubble driven by hype and White House support, cautioning that its collapse could destabilize the U.S. dollar....
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China industrial profits fall 4.7 percent in first eleven months of 2024

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China’s industrial profits fell 4.7 percent in the first eleven months of 2024, according to the National Bureau of Statistics, highlighting ongoing economic challenges....
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ECB lowers deposit rate to 3.5% as inflation nears target

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European Central Bank lowers key rate to 3.5% as it aims to counter slowing economic momentum and maintain inflation near the target level in challenging...