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The U.S. economy experienced weak growth of <strong>0.5%</strong> in the last quarter of the year, following a slowdown due to a government shutdown lasting <strong>43 days</strong>. Previous growth estimates were revised down from <strong>0.7%</strong> to <strong>0.5%</strong>.
The U.S. junk bond market is experiencing a significant downturn, heading towards its worst quarterly performance since 2022. This shift reflects a major change in investor appetite for risk amid increasing global economic volatility.
The financial markets are bracing for a critical week as they await US inflation data, which is expected to show a significant spike in core inflation. This situation raises concerns among investors regarding the potential implications for the global economy.
Fears of a slowdown or recession in the US economy are growing due to potential repercussions from the war on Iran. This comes even as President Trump suggests the conflict may end in a few weeks.
On Thursday, U.S. President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on certain pharmaceuticals and a restructuring of tariffs on metals. This move reflects his ongoing trade policy aimed at protecting American industry.
The US trade deficit expanded in February, reaching <strong>$57.3 billion</strong>, but at a slower pace than analysts had anticipated. This increase comes amid rising imports and exports, according to the Department of Commerce.
The European Central Bank reports that American consumers and importers bear the brunt of tariffs, negatively affecting trade volumes. The study indicates that U.S. companies will absorb a significant portion of these costs.
The U.S. economy, particularly sectors like construction, agriculture, and hospitality, is significantly impacted by immigration policies under President Donald Trump. This raises concerns about the economy's ability to continue growing without the support of immigrant labor.
Goldman Sachs has increased the likelihood of the U.S. economy entering a recession to <strong>30%</strong> over the next year, reflecting declining confidence in a soft landing scenario amid rising uncertainties.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bisent has expressed new concerns regarding the national debt, following a recent announcement of its increase last week. The rising debt levels are causing alarm among economic analysts and policymakers.