Keywords: Economic Outlook


Indian corporate earnings rebound, but oil prices and monsoon risks challenge market outlook

India's corporate earnings are showing renewed momentum after several quarters of uneven performance, offering investors fresh signs that the country's economic expansion remains resilient. However, analysts caution that external pressures, including elevated crude oil prices and below-normal......

German business confidence beats forecasts in July as economic outlook improves

Business confidence in Germany strengthened more than economists had anticipated in July, signaling a gradual improvement in corporate sentiment despite continued geopolitical uncertainty and broader global economic challenges. Fresh data released by the Ifo Institute showed that its closely watched......

Morocco's HCP forecasts narrower trade deficit by 2027 despite global challenges

Morocco's High Commission for Planning (HCP) expects the country's trade deficit to widen temporarily in 2026 before improving in 2027, reflecting both external economic pressures and the resilience of key domestic sectors. According to the HCP's latest economic outlook, the trade deficit......

UK economy records modest growth in May as services offset weakness in industry and construction

Britain's economy returned to modest growth in May, supported by continued expansion in the services sector despite weaker performances in manufacturing and construction, according to the latest official economic data. Figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) showed that gross......

Moody’s warns higher European defense spending could pressure sovereign credit ratings

Moody’s has warned that Europe’s growing responsibility for its own security could place additional pressure on the sovereign credit ratings of several European countries as governments increase defense spending in the coming years. The credit rating agency said the evolving security landscape......

South Korea raises 2026 growth forecast to 3% on semiconductor boom

The South Korean government has raised its 2026 economic growth forecast to 3%, citing strong momentum in the semiconductor industry, resilient exports, and expectations of improved global economic conditions. According to the government's updated economic policy for the second half of the year,......

Brazil’s economy expected to maintain moderate growth after presidential election

Brazil’s economy is expected to continue expanding at a moderate pace after the country’s October presidential election, although analysts warn that weaker agricultural production and persistent fiscal pressures could limit stronger growth in the years ahead. A Reuters survey of economists......

IMF lowers global growth forecast again as Middle East tensions weigh on outlook

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has slightly lowered its global economic growth forecast for 2026, citing the impact of renewed geopolitical uncertainty while maintaining that stronger activity next year should offset much of the current slowdown. In its latest update to the World Economic Outlook......

UK services sector contracts at fastest pace since 2023 as Iran conflict weighs on Economy

Britain's services sector contracted for a second consecutive month in June, with business activity falling at its fastest pace since early 2023 as the economic effects of the conflict involving Iran continued to weigh on companies. The latest S&P Global Services Purchasing Managers' Index......