Ghana urged to leverage fiscal gains for growth and job creation after IMF program
The IMF calls on Ghana to use the fiscal space gained from economic reforms to invest strategically, manage risks, and promote growth and employment.
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Rising US Inflation Tests Bitcoin’s Role as an Inflation Hedge
As US inflation hits its highest level since 2023, Bitcoin shows resilience despite investor caution and declining demand for BTC ETFs amid geopolitical tensions.
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Trump Announces China Deal for 200 Boeing Jets to Boost American Manufacturing
President Trump revealed a major deal with China for 200 Boeing jets, highlighting job creation and a revitalization of the U.S. manufacturing sector after high-level trade talks.
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Detroit’s Major Automakers Cut Over 20,000 Salaried Jobs Amid AI and EV Shifts
The Detroit Three automakers have eliminated nearly 20,000 salaried positions, citing technological changes such as AI and electric vehicles as key drivers behind workforce reductions.
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Inflation Pressures Rise Amid Trade Tariffs and Middle East Conflict
Inflation climbed due to surging energy costs linked to Middle East tensions and ongoing trade tariffs triggering higher prices across the U.S. economy.
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Key Lessons from Jerome Powell’s Federal Reserve Leadership as He Steps Down
Jerome Powell’s eight-year leadership at the Federal Reserve was marked by crises including a pandemic and high inflation, shaping economic policy and institutional independence.
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Global Stocks Retreat as Rising Oil and Bond Yields Stir Market Concerns Amid Iran Conflict
Global equity markets fell from recent highs, led by technology shares, as surging oil prices and rising bond yields sparked fears of worsening inflation tied to the ongoing Iran conflict.
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Strive Launches Daily Dividends for SATA Bitcoin Stock to Rival Strategy’s STRC
Strive transforms its SATA preferred stock into a daily-dividend Bitcoin treasury product, offering faster payouts and a higher yield compared to Strategy’s STRC preferred stock.
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The Emerging Inflation Wave Challenges Federal Reserve’s Policy Options
Rising producer prices signal a new inflation surge, but soaring national debt restricts the Federal Reserve’s ability to raise interest rates.
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Purdue Startup Novin AgriTech Secures Federal Grant to Enhance Wheat Crop Efficiency
Novin AgriTech, a Purdue University–backed startup, received federal funding to advance gene-editing technology aimed at improving nitrogen use and resilience in wheat crops.
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World of Hyatt Offers 20% Bonus on Purchased Points Through Late July
Between mid-May and late July, World of Hyatt is running a promotion granting a 20% bonus on purchased points, potentially lowering the cost per point to 2.17 cents.
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Enforcement Directorate Charges Ex-West Bengal Minister in Large-Scale Recruitment Scam
Former West Bengal minister Sujit Bose faces investigation for allegedly acquiring luxury flats and laundering crores linked to a multi-municipality recruitment scam.