Global Economy Slowing as Middle East Conflict Bites, Surveys Show
Business activity in Europe and Asia slowed in May as energy costs rose and new orders cooled, an indication the fallout from the conflict in the Middle East has weakened…
UBS lifts copper price forecasts on supply constraints despite mixed near-term signals
UBS lifts copper price forecasts on supply constraints despite mixed near-term signals 2026-05-21 08:32:00 Investing.com
Euro zone economic activity contracts at fastest pace in over two years in May, PMI shows
Euro zone economic activity contracts at fastest pace in over two years in May, PMI shows 2026-05-21 08:06:00 Reuters
US, Philippines to reach deal on economic security zone ’sooner rather than later’, US official says
US, Philippines to reach deal on economic security zone ’sooner rather than later’, US official says 2026-05-21 07:37:00 Reuters
German private sector contracts for second month running, PMI shows
German private sector contracts for second month running, PMI shows 2026-05-21 07:36:00 Reuters
French economic activity contracts at fastest pace in 5-1/2 years in May, PMI shows
French economic activity contracts at fastest pace in 5-1/2 years in May, PMI shows 2026-05-21 07:25:00 Reuters
Japan’s Exports Accelerate But Middle East Risks Cloud Outlook
Japan’s exports grew at a faster-than-expected pace in April, as a weak yen and resilient global demand offset the negative impact of Middle East tensions. 2026-05-21 03:16:00 Megumi Fujikawa
Gold prices rise further on Iran peace hopes
Gold prices rise further on Iran peace hopes 2026-05-21 02:19:00 Investing.com
Bank of Japan Policymaker Signals That Rate Hike Might Be Approaching
Policy board member Junko Koeda said Japan’s underlying inflation is likely already at around 2%. 2026-05-21 02:18:00 Megumi Fujikawa
Australia jobs slip in April, unemployment hits highest since 2021
Australia jobs slip in April, unemployment hits highest since 2021 2026-05-21 02:00:00 Reuters