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Japan government sees some weakness in economy

November 26, 2015 The Japanese government said it sees some weak spots in the economy, but kept its overall assessment unchanged, saying the economy is recovering moderately.

Brazilian federal public debt dropped 3.22%

November 26, 2015 The Brazilian federal public debt dropped 3.22% in October 2015 from the month before. Overall, the debt went from BRL 2.734 trillion ($734.4 billion at current exchange rate) to BRL 2.646 trillion ($710.8 billion).

Foreign direct investment in Mexico rose 41%

November 25, 2015 Mexico has become an attractive destination for foreign direct investment (FDI). From January to September 2015 it recorded $21.585 million, 41% higher than the preliminary figure for the same period of 2014, when it reached $15,310 million.

Domestic demand drives German Q3 growth

November 25, 2015 A rise in German private consumption and higher state spending on refugees more than compensated for weakness in foreign trade, helping Europe's biggest economy to grow at a modest, albeit slower pace in Q3.

Pan-African economic expansion stays at solid rate

November 25, 2015 The Pan-African economy continued to expand at a solid rate during November, according to the latest survey data from World Economics.

India economic index increased 1.2 percent

November 25, 2015 The Conference Board Leading Economic Index (LEI) for India increased 1.2 percent in October to 103.7 (2010 = 100), following a 0.6 percent decline in September and a 0.3 percent decline in August.

Eurogroup requires Spain to revise 2016 budget

November 25, 2015 Eurozone finance ministers required Spain to submit an updated Draft Budgetary Plan as the assessment showed the country's budget is at risk of not complying with the Eurozone requirements.

Finnish economic growth to remain stagnant for years

November 25, 2015 The economic growth of Finland is expected to remain stagnant for years, predicted Aktia Bank in its latest Economic Review.

OECD GDP growth slows to 0.4% in the third quarter of 2015

November 24, 2015 Growth of real gross domestic product (GDP) in the OECD area slowed to 0.4% in the third quarter of 2015, down from 0.6% in the second quarter.

Chinese economists urge tax cuts and lending costs reduction

November 24, 2015 Chinese economists are calling for the government to cut taxes for enterprises and reduce their lending costs, deepening supply-side structural reforms.

How will Switzerland grow until 2030?

November 24, 2015 Switzerland has one of the highest per capita incomes in the world. However, its standard of living over the long term depends on the future growth of the Swiss economy.

Sharing economy: New investment opportunities

November 24, 2015 The rise of the sharing economy is now a high-profile investment theme driven by the rapid growth of the internet.