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With hours remaining before a possible U.S. government shutdown, economists and policy analysts are closely evaluating the likely effects on the economy. While the…

US exempts European polished diamonds from 15% tariffs under new trade deal, reinforcing Antwerp’s role in the global diamond supply chain.

EU recorded a €23 billion high-tech goods trade surplus in 2024 as exports rose to €501 billion and imports dipped to €478 billion, reversing a four-year deficit.

Eurostat reports EU global sporting goods trade reached €18.1B in 2024, led by China for imports and US for exports in key product categories.

Gold prices hit record highs near $3,791 per ounce as markets respond to U.S. rate cuts, dollar weakness, and strong safe-haven investment flows.

OECD lifts 2025 global growth forecast to 3.2 percent but warns U.S. tariffs, slowing demand and trade tensions could weigh on economies in 2026.

Qantara West zone in Egypt aims to generate $4 billion in annual exports through $1 billion in industrial projects and state-backed infrastructure.

South Korea’s overseas investment dropped 13.4% YoY in Q2 2025 to $14.15B, with declines in manufacturing, real estate, and IT despite gains in finance.

UAE–India CEPA boosts non-oil trade by 34% to USD 37.6B in H1 2025, setting path for USD 100B trade target with strengthened bilateral investment.

Egypt and Spain signed a five year development agreement in Cairo covering economy climate food water energy and gender equality priorities