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June 9, 2024, Moscow, Russia: The Kremlin guardhouse (left) and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (center background) highlight the heart of the capital. Photo: Ulf Mauder/dpa (Photo by Ulf Mauder/picture Alliance via Getty Images)Picture Alliance | Picture Alliance | Getty ImagesOn Friday, Russia’s central bank elevated its main interest rate by 200 basis points to 21%, citing ongoing inflation risks in the medium term due to a quicker-than-anticipated surge in consumer prices.This adjustment follows a more gradual increase in September, where the key interest rate was raised by 100 basis points to 19%.Friday’s decision significantly surpassed analysts’ predictions of a…

A view of Beijing’s central business district skyline, captured on February 28, 2023.Jade Gao | AFP | Getty ImagesBEIJING – Chinese state media announced on Friday that the country’s parliament is set to convene for an important session from November 4 to 8, as reported and translated by CNBC.Investors are keeping a close eye on this meeting of the National People’s Congress Standing Committee, which is anticipated to reveal details regarding a new fiscal stimulus package.During a committee meeting in late October of the previous year, a historic increase in China’s budget deficit was reported, rising from 3% to 3.8%.Bruce…

A tragic incident unfolded in Washington state when a 15-year-old boy was accused of murdering his parents and three siblings at their home. After the shooting, he contacted law enforcement and initially claimed that a sibling committed the act and then took his own life.The teenager, whose identity remains undisclosed due to his age, faced multiple charges including five counts of murder and one charge of attempted murder on Thursday following the devastating events in Fall City.The shooting, which occurred around 5 a.m. on Monday, resulted in the deaths of both parents and three children aged 7, 9, and 13…

The global art market is experiencing its second year of decline, with a noticeable dip in demand for prestigious artworks. A recent study indicates that a younger generation of collectors is leaning towards lower-priced pieces.Sales at major auction houses—Christie’s, Sotheby’s, Phillips, and Bonhams—plummeted by 26% in the first half of this year compared to 2023, and by 36% from the peak levels seen in 2021, as per findings by Art Basel and UBS Global Collecting Research. The survey revealed that only 43% of affluent collectors intend to purchase art in the coming year, a significant drop from over 50% the…

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On Wednesday, Boeing machinists voted against a proposed collective bargaining agreement that included a significant pay rise of 35% over the next four years. This vote prolongs a strike that has lasted over five weeks and causes major disruptions to the company’s aircraft production, particularly in the Seattle region.The rejection came with a stark 64% of voters opposing the deal, which represents yet another challenge for Boeing, a company that already projected continued cash losses into 2025. The company recently reported a substantial quarterly loss of $6 billion—the largest since 2020.According to S&P Global Ratings, the ongoing strikes are costing…

In total, 15 businesses were completely obliterated, and another 26 were left with significant damage, according to O’Leary. On the southern part of the town, 15 homes were entirely destroyed, while 14 others sustained damage. Five bridges, including one meant for pedestrians, were ruined. Three miles of Main Street, which is also US Highway 64/74, were thoroughly devastated.This extensive destruction occurred in a small community with only 140 residents and no traffic signals.”Returning to a regular routine is a challenge that many of us often don’t fully appreciate,” O’Leary noted. “Essential services like power, water, sewage, and road access have…

A man walks past the 2024 IMF/World Bank Annual Meeting sign located outside the International Monetary Fund headquarters in Washington, DC, on October 18, 2024.Daniel Slim | AFP | Getty ImagesThis week, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) pointed out significant budget deficits in both the United States and China, indicating that the state of global public debt may be worse than previously understood.In their yearly fiscal oversight report, the IMF forecasts that worldwide public debt could surpass $100 trillion by the end of 2024. They also warn that this debt could reach 100% of the global GDP within the next…

On Wednesday, Gita Gopinath, the Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), discussed the global repercussions of the growing trade and tariff disputes between the U.S. and China during an interview with CNBC.Gopinath pointed out that while overall trade as a share of GDP remains steady, the dynamics of trade relationships are shifting significantly around the globe, stating, “Geopolitical trade is adjusting worldwide.” She noted that trade exchanges between the U.S. and China have been on a downward trend, with certain transactions being redirected through alternative nations.This year has seen rising trade tensions, particularly between the U.S. and…

The significant tariffs suggested by presidential hopeful Donald Trump could hinder the progress toward disinflation and increase interest rates, as per Tim Adams, the president of the Institute of International Finance (IIF).In an interview with CNBC’s Karen Tso on Tuesday, Adams stated, “Inflation and interest rates are likely to rise more than they otherwise would have due to these tariffs. This has happened in the past.” He further elaborated that whether these effects will be temporary or prolonged relies on the nature of retaliation and whether it becomes a recurring situation. “The strides we’ve made in reducing prices will undoubtedly…