Podcast – Sound Economies with Mel & Peter: 10 October 2024
This episode discusses the high volatility in the Chinese stock market over the past week, China’s tit-for-tat response to EU tariffs with its own “brandy tax,” the sustained contraction of the German economy, and positive spillovers from the US that... Read More →
Brazil’s quest for a balanced budget
Brazilian ministers are trying to steer the economy to a zero fiscal deficit position this 2024. However, the numbers show the opposite.
Next Week in China: 7-11 October 2024
Next week, there will be significant data releases that include seven economic reports from mainland China. The markets in mainland China will remain closed on Monday due to the National Day holiday and will reopen on Tuesday.
Podcast – Sound Economies with Mel & Peter: 3 October 2024
Public finances and geopolitics are in focus for this podcast episode. We tackle Iran’s recent missile attack against Israel and its impact on world markets, a new law imposing the so-called “Netflix tax” in the Philippines, the Thai government’s cash... Read More →
Podcast – Sound Economies with Mel & Peter: 27 September 2024
This episode explores Japan’s way forward under a new prime minister, the future of the UK economy under the Labour Party’s leadership, the latest stimulus package from China’s central bank, and the global financial market outlook. “Sound Economies with... Read More →
Next Week in China: 30 September-4 October 2024
Next week is the National Day Golden Week holiday in China beginning Tuesday, 1 October to Monday, 7 October. The market will be closed throughout this period to celebrate the founding anniversary of the People’s Republic of China.
Podcast – Sound Economies with Mel & Peter: 20 September 2024
This episode discusses the weak consumer demand in China despite the holiday cheer from the Mid-Autumn Festival, promising revenues on a US fund, the Federal Reserve’s 50 basis point rate cut, and falling oil prices. “Sound Economies with Mel &... Read More →
Podcast – Sound Economies with Mel & Peter: 5 September 2024
This episode talks about developed economies and their “overtourism” problem, the crisis at German car manufacturer Volkswagen, and the impact of the US Federal Reserve’s upcoming rate cut on global stocks and currencies. “Sound Economies with Mel & Peter” is... Read More →
Podcast – Sound Economies with Mel & Peter: 30 August 2024
This episode discusses the local elections in Germany, Canada’s imposition of 100 per cent tariffs on China-made electric vehicles, and the anticipated rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. “Sound Economies with Mel & Peter” is a weekly podcast show... Read More →
Next Week in China: 23-27 September 2024
Following the Mid-Autumn Festival, Mainland China has scheduled the release of only one statistical report for next week.