February 2, 2024/US Federal Reserve Governor Michelle W. Bowman At the 157th Assembly for Bank Directors, Southwestern Graduate School of Banking, Maui, Hawaii Thank you for the invitation to join you today at the Southwestern Graduate School of Banking’s 157th Assembly for Bank Directors.1 In light of the recent direction […]
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China’s Real Estate Sector: Managing the Medium-Term Slowdown
Photo Credit: SeanPavonePhoto/iStock by Getty Images February 2, 2024/IMF IMF COUNTRY FOCUS Real estate has long been important for China’s economy, driving its rapid growth in recent decades and accounting for as much as 20 percent of activity. This reliance has, however, been accompanied by the buildup of significant risks. […]
Uncertainty in Oil Markets as Speculation Overshadows Fundamentals
February 2, 2024/Oilprice.com Michael Kern Editor, Oilprice.com Rumors and speculation appear to be driving oil markets this week, adding to volatility as the world awaits a potential ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas. Friday, February 2nd, 2024 Speculation has overshadowed market fundamentals this week, with unsubstantiated reports of an impending […]
