International Economic
China's trade surplus widens as exports jump, imports slow
China's trade surplus rose last month as exports surged to their highest in almost two years, while imports barely changed, raising concerns over ongoing weak domestic demand.
Eurozone investor confidence weakens again on German woes - Sentix
Eurozone investor sentiment has weakened again this month, as worries grow over the state of the German economy and political situation, according to a survey published on Monday.
China consumer prices rise less than expected, producer prices deflate
China's consumer inflation saw a modest increase in August, with the consumer price index (CPI) rising 0. 6% year-on-year, up slightly from July’s 0. 5%.
US non-farm payrolls grow by 142,000 in August, miss forecasts
Job growth in the US picked up only a little in August.
Eurozone GDP growth revised down
The Eurozone economy expanded only marginally in the second quarter, official data showed on Friday, as growth struggled to take hold.
'Sell the rip' if US August payrolls print below 100,000, BoA's Hartnett says
A hard landing in the US is still most likely on the cards, a top-rated Bank of America strategist said.
German industrial production falls more than expected in July
German industrial production fell much more than expected in July, according to data released on Friday by Destatis.
US ISM services sector PMI holds up in August
A survey of the US services sector showed that activity held up in August, but companies' responses appeared to be decidedly mixed.
US private sector adds fewer jobs than expected in August
Private sector employment in the US rose much less than expected in August, according to figures released on Thursday by ADP.
US jobless claims drop by 5,000
Americans lined up for unemployment benefits at a decelerated pace in the week ended 31 August, according to the Department of Labor.
US layoff announcements surge in August, hiring plans at record low
There was a surge in layoff announcements at US companies last month, while hiring plans were at their lowest ebb ever recorded, the results of a survey revealed.
Eurozone retail sales struggle in July
Eurozone retail sales edged only marginally higher in July, official data showed on Thursday, as a recovery struggled to take hold.
Eurozone construction new orders fall 'markedly' - PMI survey
Construction activity in the eurozone remained in the doldrums during August with a sharp fall in new orders and rising prices causing concern as employers laid off staff, according to a survey published on Thursday.
German factory orders rise as large-scale orders grow
German factory orders rose by 2. 9% month-on-month in July, according to the Federal Statistical Office, beating market calls for a 1. 5% drop and following June's upwardly revised 4. 6% gain.
Bank of Canada cuts rates for third time in a row, to 4.25%
The Bank of Canada cut its benchmark rate on Wednesday to 4. 25% from 4. 5%, in line with economists’ expectations, amid easing inflationary pressures.
US job openings fall short of forecasts in July, but hiring and quits rise
The number of open job positions in the US slipped in July, but Americans were a tad more confident when it came to risking trying to change employers.
US trade deficit yawns wider in July amid jump in technology imports
America's shortfall on trade with the rest of the world worsened as expected in July as outlays on imports surged.
Service activity boosts eurozone private sector in August
The eurozone's private sector experienced its fastest growth in three months during August, driven by a stronger services sector, according to the latest Hamburg Commercial Bank (HCOB) eurozone composite purchasing managers’ index (PMI) on Wednesday.
China services activity slows as firms fret about costs - Caixin survey
China services sector activity showed slower growth last month as firms cut staffing in response to concerns about higher costs, according to a private survey published on Wednesday.
ISM factory PMI edges up by less than expected in August
Factory sector activity in the States shrank at a slightly lower pace in August, the results of a closely followed survey showed.