Tariff Tussle: Donald Trump Threatens 10% Canada Hike After Reagan-Ad Row
Tensions between the United States and Canada have flared up once again — this time over a television advertisement.
Germany’s Economic Pulse Beats Stronger: PMI Signals Broad Recovery Amid Inflation Pressure
Germany, the Eurozone’s largest economy, has shown its strongest private sector growth in nearly two and a half years — a much-needed sign of life for both Euro traders and investors watching Europe’s recovery trajectory. According to the latest HCOB Flash Germany Composite PMI by S&P Global, the index rose from 52.0 in September to 53.8 in October, signaling not only ongoing expansion but also the fastest pace since May 2023
U.S. Employment Costs Rise Slightly in July at 0.3 Percent
On August 1, 2025, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released its Employment Cost Index (ECI) report, showing that labor costs rose 0.3% in July. This matched market forecasts of 0.3% and edged slightly above the previous month’s 0.2%.