Keywords: Economy


U.S. inflation slows slightly in July but remains above the Federal Reserve’s target

U.S. inflation eased modestly in July 2026, according to official data, although price pressures remained above the level targeted by the Federal Reserve. The figures point to a gradual moderation in inflation while highlighting continued uncertainty over the future direction of monetary policy. The......

OPEC cuts 2026 oil demand growth forecast while raising outlook for 2027

The Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) has revised its expectations for global oil demand growth, lowering its forecast for 2026 while adopting a more optimistic outlook for the following year. In its latest monthly report, OPEC estimated that global oil demand will increase by......

Italy’s exports rise 9.8% year on year in June 2026

Italy recorded a strong increase in exports in June 2026, with overseas sales rising by 9.8% compared with the same month a year earlier, according to data from the Italian National Institute of Statistics (Istat). Exports also increased by 1.6% compared with May, indicating continued growth in Italy’s......

Youth unemployment rises globally as artificial intelligence reshapes the job market

Young people are facing growing pressure in the global labour market as technological change accelerates and artificial intelligence increasingly transforms jobs across a wide range of sectors. According to recent figures from the International Labour Organization (ILO), the global youth unemployment......

Morocco ranks among Africa’s leaders in mobile internet performance

Morocco has strengthened its position in Africa’s digital landscape, ranking second on the continent for mobile internet download speeds during the first half of 2026, according to measurements published by nPerf. The ranking is based on tests conducted between January 1 and July 1, 2026, and......

Morgan Stanley increases its exposure to Morocco as investor confidence grows

Morgan Stanley Investment Management has gradually increased its exposure to the Moroccan market in 2026, signaling stronger confidence in the country’s economic and industrial prospects while maintaining a cautious stance toward the valuation of Moroccan equities. The move concerns the firm’s......

Asian markets watch oil climb as Iran-US deadlock keeps Hormuz tensions high

Oil prices continued to rise in Asian trading on Wednesday as investors assessed the prospect of a prolonged shutdown of the Strait of Hormuz amid an unresolved standoff between Iran and the United States. The strategic waterway has become a major source of uncertainty for energy markets. With no clear......

Natural disasters cause nearly $112 billion in global losses in six months

Natural disasters generated nearly $112 billion in economic losses worldwide during the first half of 2026, highlighting the growing financial impact of extreme weather events and major geological disasters. According to a global assessment released at the end of July, the figure remains broadly in line......

Morocco sets its sights on the global artificial intelligence race

Morocco is increasingly positioning itself as an emerging technology hub in Africa, with artificial intelligence (AI) becoming a central part of its digital transformation strategy. Recent coverage by German public broadcaster Deutschlandfunk Kultur highlighted the kingdom’s efforts to expand its......