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US jobless claims fall less than expected
First-time claims for unemployment benefits in the United States slipped slightly last week but came in above expectations and remained close to their highest since last summer.
Sales of electric vehicles fall in Europe
Sales of battery-powered electric cars in the European Union fell sharply in May, industry data showed on Thursday, as demand in Germany softened notably.
Norwegian central bank holds rates steady, won't ease policy until next year
Norway's central bank kept interest rates unchanged on Thursday and warned that inflation will likely remain elevated for some time, with monetary policy likely to remain stable until at least the end of the year.
Switzerland cuts interest rates again
The Swiss National Bank cut its key rate on Thursday to 1. 25% from 1. 5%.
German wholesale price deflation eases
Producer-price deflation in Germany softened in May to its lowest level in 11 months, according to data out on Thursday from the Federal Statistical Office, Destatis.
China holds hey rates steady
China left key lending rates unchanged at its monthly fixing, in line with expectations.
Eurozone construction output falls 0.2% in April
Eurozone construction output fell 0. 2% in April 2024 compared with the prior month, according to flash estimates from Eurostat, the statistical office of the European Union.
US industrial production shoots past forecasts in May, capacity use jumps
Industrial production in the States shot higher last month on the back of increased levels of output in manufacturing and from utilities.
US retail sales edge up slightly in May
Americans kept their purse strings nearly closed in May.
German business sentiment improves less than expected - ZEW
German business sentiment improved less than expected in June, according to a survey released on Tuesday by the ZEW Center for European Economic Research in Mannheim.
Services prices push euro area CPI higher in May
The cost of living in the single currency bloc rose a tad last month as the cost of services picked up.
RBA holds rates steady but warns of upside risks as inflation persists
The Reserve Bank of Australia board left its cash rate on hold at 4. 35% but warned that persistent inflation and slowing economic growth meant it was ruling "anything in or out" on the future path of monetary policy, with risks to the upside remaining.
NY Empire State manufacturing index contracts again
Manufacturing activity in the state of New York weakened again in June, according to a survey released on Monday.
Chinese retail sales accelerate, but industrial production slows
Retail sales in China smashed forecasts in May, according to data released by National Bureau of Statistics on Monday, though industrial production growth slowed much more than expected.
US consumer confidence little changed in June, University of Michigan says
US consumer confidence was little changed come June despite high prices, the preliminary results of a closely followed survey revealed.
US import prices stage unexpected May drop
The cost of goods purchased overseas by the US declined unexpectedly in May.
EU trade balance shifts into surplus
The Eurozone trade balance moved into surplus in April, official data showed on Friday, although the amount came in below market expectations.
Germany calls on EU to soften China tariffs - report
Germany is lobbying the European Union to soften or even scrap a proposed tariff hike on Chinese-made electric vehicles, it was reported on Friday.
Bank of Japan holds rates, remains cautious on unwinding
The Bank of Japan kept lending rates on hold in its latest decision overnight on Friday, and announced plans to reduce its substantial bond purchases, with detailed tapering plans set to be released at its July meeting.
Upside surprise in weekly US jobless claims at the start of June
The number of people in the States filing for unemployment benefits moved higher during the preceding week.