Keywords: Economic Uncertainty


German investment in the United States falls to three-year low amid trade uncertainty

German companies sharply reduced their investment in the United States during the first half of 2026, with new figures pointing to a significant pullback as trade tensions and uncertainty over US policy weigh on business decisions. Direct investment by German firms fell by almost two-thirds from a year......

Canada's services sector remains under pressure despite July PMI improvement

Canada's services industry showed modest signs of stabilization in July, but the sector continued to operate below growth territory as persistent economic uncertainty weighed on demand and business confidence. According to the latest S&P Global Canada Services PMI survey, the Business Activity......

Global economy faces greater uncertainty as geopolitical and technological risks intensify

The global economy is entering a more complicated phase as geopolitical tensions, trade disruptions and rapid technological developments combine to create new challenges for investors, businesses and policymakers. Economic adviser Mohamed El-Erian has warned that the latest developments highlight the......

Swiss birth rate falls to record low amid economic uncertainty and job fears

Switzerland is facing a historic demographic shift as its birth rate has fallen to its lowest level on record, according to recent data highlighted by researchers and reported by Swiss public broadcaster Swissinfo. The average number of children per woman has dropped to 1.29, marking a new low and remaining......

Canadian manufacturing slows as global tensions weigh on outlook

Canada’s manufacturing sector showed signs of stagnation in March, as rising global tensions and trade pressures weighed on industrial activity. According to recent data, the country’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) fell to its lowest level in three months, signaling......

US tariffs ignite global trade tensions and economic uncertainty

New tariffs reshape international trade dynamics US President Donald Trump has implemented sweeping tariffs on imports from over 90 countries, sparking diplomatic tensions and economic anxiety worldwide. The tariffs aim to address what the administration views as a skewed global trade system. On his......

Household confidence index in 2024: Modest improvement amid persistent pessimism

The Household Confidence Index (HCI) experienced a slight uptick during the fourth quarter of 2024, according to the latest survey by the High Commission for Planning (HCP). It reached 46.5 points, compared to 46.2 points in the previous quarter and 44.3 points a year earlier. Widespread concerns about......

 French Government Faces No-Confidence Vote Amid Economic Uncertainty

On Wednesday afternoon, the French National Assembly will hold a crucial vote of no confidence against the government of Prime Minister Michel Barnier, as reported by parliamentary sources. The motion, presented by the left-wing alliance, is expected to gain significant support, particularly after the......

Remittances to Morocco Reaches $910 Million in January 2024

In January 2024, data from the Office d'Échange, Morocco's foreign exchange regulator, revealed that Moroccan expatriate remittances stood at $910 million USD. While this indicates a slight 2.6% decrease compared to the same period last year, these inflows continue to surpass the five-year......