Economy
US Job Openings Climb to 7.6 Million in April Despite Iran War Fallout
U.S. job openings surged to 7.6 million in April, demonstrating unexpected resilience in the labor market despite economic uncertainty stemming from the...
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Economy
Dutch Model Slashes Youth Unemployment: A Blueprint for UK Engagement
The Netherlands boasts a 4.9% youth Neet rate, significantly lower than the UK's 15.1%, thanks to a 'no dead ends' education and...
Economy
Housing Crisis Drives Demand for Guernsey Advice Service
Citizens Advice Guernsey reports a significant rise in demand, supporting 3,043 clients in 2025. Housing shortages and cost-of-living pressures are driving increasingly...
Economy
AI Investment Fuels Global Trade Resilience Despite Geopolitical Headwinds, WTO Reports
The WTO's latest Goods Trade Barometer indicates AI-related electronic component demand offset Middle East conflict impacts, keeping global merchandise trade above trend....
Economy
May Jobs Report Ignites Rate Hike Fears, Sinking Big Tech Stocks
Wall Street saw a significant slump as a strong May jobs report boosted odds for higher interest rates, while big technology companies...
Economy
U.S. Adds 172,000 Jobs, Labor Market Gains Steam Amid Inflation Challenge
U.S. employers added 172,000 jobs in May, marking the third consecutive month of gains as the labor market strengthens. However, wage growth...
Economy
Iran War Fallout: Energy Markets Face Years of Disruption
Even with a peace deal, the Iran war's energy and supply chain crisis is set to persist for months or years, defying...
Economy
US Unveils Broad Tariffs Citing Forced Labor Failures
The U.S. Trade Representative proposes new tariffs of 10% or more on products from dozens of major trading partners, including Canada, Mexico,...
Economy
US Imposes New Tariffs on 60 Nations Over Forced Labor Concerns
The US has announced new tariffs of 10-12.5% on 60 trading partners, including the UK, EU, and Canada, citing their failure to...