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German private sector returns to growth as manufacturing drives July PMI rebound

Germany's private sector returned to expansion in July, ending a four-month period of contraction as manufacturing activity gained momentum and lifted overall business performance. The latest survey suggests Europe's largest economy is showing early signs of recovery, although geopolitical risks......

Morocco Ranks Among Highest Globally for Corporate Income Tax After Rate Rise to 35 Percent

Morocco has joined the ranks of nations with the highest corporate income tax rates worldwide after raising its statutory corporate tax rate by one percentage point to 35 percent, according to the latest Corporate Tax Statistics 2026 report published by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and......

Global antibiotic crisis deepens as some countries overuse medicines while others face shortages

A new global analysis has highlighted a major imbalance in the use of antibiotics, with many countries consuming certain medicines beyond what their populations are estimated to need, while patients elsewhere struggle to access essential treatments. The research examined 186 countries and developed......

Tanger Med receives investment-grade ratings above Morocco’s sovereign score

Tanger Med is strengthening its position in international financial markets after Tanger Med Port Authority secured credit ratings from two major global rating agencies, a move expected to increase investor confidence and broaden access to international financing. Moody's Ratings assigned the port......

China expands tariff-free market access to 63 countries

China is expanding its trade-opening strategy by extending tariff-free access to its domestic market to a total of 63 countries. The move is part of Beijing's broader efforts to strengthen international trade, diversify its commercial partnerships, and reinforce its position in the global economy. Alongside......

Global experts warn AI could trigger major economic disruption without policy action

More than 200 economists, researchers, and technology experts from around the world have issued a joint warning that the rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) could reshape the global economy at an unprecedented pace, urging governments and businesses to prepare for the profound changes ahead. The......

European Union warns that artificial intelligence is becoming a geopolitical tool

The European Union is calling for faster investment in homegrown artificial intelligence technologies, warning that control over advanced AI systems is becoming a strategic factor in global power relations rather than simply an economic issue. European officials have urged the bloc to reduce its reliance......

Shipping data show impact of Houthi threats on Red Sea traffic

Maritime data indicate that growing security concerns linked to Houthi threats are beginning to affect shipping routes through the Red Sea, with several oil tankers reportedly avoiding the Bab el-Mandeb Strait following warnings of attacks on vessels in the strategic waterway. According to shipping......

Global trade continues to expand despite rising price pressures, UNCTAD says

Global trade maintained its growth momentum during the first half of 2026, supported largely by strong demand for high-technology products and services, according to the latest Global Trade Update published by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). The report estimates that......