https://tradeandtide.com/2026-08-21https://tradeandtide.com/share-home.svg https://tradeandtide.com/news/us-economy-loses-jobs/2026-08-21https://tradeandtide.com/share-us-economy-loses-jobs.svgCoin, gold, cash, isolated, tower, economy. Global EconomyThe US economy saw an unexpected decline in jobs in July, with nonfarm payrolls falling by 23,000, while the unemployment rate slipped to 4.1% (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/ai-build-out-complicates/2026-08-21https://tradeandtide.com/share-ai-build-out-complicates.svgClock, time, time is money, currency, dollar, finance. Global Economy WorldThe build-out of artificial intelligence is causing near-term inflation and posing a dilemma for the Federal Reserve, as the costs of implementing AI are piling up before its full-scale payoff... https://tradeandtide.com/news/inflation-report-provide-insight/2026-08-21https://tradeandtide.com/share-inflation-report-provide-insight.svgClose-up of a smartphone displaying stock data next to a US passport, suggesting travel and...The upcoming inflation report is expected to show modest increases, which could give the Federal Reserve breathing room in its battle against inflation. (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/treasury-secretary-faces-challenges/2026-08-21https://tradeandtide.com/share-treasury-secretary-faces-challenges.svgUniverse, people, faces, connected, connectedness, social. Global Economy people workingTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent's efforts to address liquidity problems in the government debt market have so far been unsuccessful, leaving him with a range of options to deploy. (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/iran-war-threatens-halt/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-iran-war-threatens-halt.svgParrot, bird, perched, animal, feathers, plumage. Global Economy WorldThe UK economy is experiencing a rebound, but the ongoing Iran war and high energy prices pose significant risks to its growth prospects. (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/us-inflation-rate-holds/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-us-inflation-rate-holds.svgGlobe, asia, iran, continents, earth, world. Global Economy WorldThe latest consumer price index report shows a moderate increase in prices, potentially reducing the likelihood of an imminent interest rate hike (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/us-budget-deficit-may/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-us-budget-deficit-may.svgMap, geography, continent, cartography, spherical, world. Global Economy WorldTreasury Secretary Scott Bessent says there's a very good chance the US budget deficit has peaked under President Donald Trump (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/july-cpi-report-inflation/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-july-cpi-report-inflation.svgClose-up of a vintage globe highlighting Africa and the Middle East with intricate geography...The July consumer price index report shows inflation rising 0.1% for the month, with an annual rate of 3.4%, and core readings of 0.2% and 2.5% (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/russia-dismisses-top-economist/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-russia-dismisses-top-economist.svgHorse, sunset, silhouette, horse silhouette, nature, mane. Global Economy WorldRussia has fired a prominent economist who warned of economic strain and social crisis due to the prolonged war in Ukraine, while officials maintain the economy remains resilient despite sanctions. https://tradeandtide.com/news/government-debt-surpasses-trillion/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-government-debt-surpasses-trillion.svgGlobe, world, earth, map of the world, global, bullet. Global Economy WorldThe U.S. government debt has reached a record high of $40.05 trillion, more than doubling in the past decade. (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/trump-criticizes-fed-interest/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-trump-criticizes-fed-interest.svgBitcoin coins on stacked currency with financial graph, symbolizing market trends and...US President Donald Trump expressed frustration with the Federal Reserve's interest rate policy, arguing that the US should be paying lower rates compared to other countries. (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/deadline-register-wto-public/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-deadline-register-wto-public.svgBullet, earth, glass, globe, world, general. Global Economy WorldThe 2026 Public Forum, themed 'Powering the Future', will focus on the role of services in global development, income, and job creation. (Source: to.org) https://tradeandtide.com/news/iran-considers-european-military/2026-08-19https://tradeandtide.com/share-iran-considers-european-military.svgMagnets, world, world population, globe, global, earth. Global Economy WorldInsiders reveal Iran is evaluating potential military targets in Europe as a response to escalating tensions with the Trump administration, highlighting the growing geopolitical risks in the region. https://tradeandtide.com/news/world-influential-economist-faces/2026-08-19https://tradeandtide.com/share-world-influential-economist-faces.svgMoney, donation, donate, profit, give, help. Global EconomyDaron Acemoglu, a renowned economist, has been praised for his work on institutions and prosperity. However, some question his influence and the value of his research. (Source: The Economist) https://tradeandtide.com/news/stock-indices-fail-reflect/2026-08-19https://tradeandtide.com/share-stock-indices-fail-reflect.svgPortrait of a young woman holding a world map against a vivid blue background. Global Economy WorldThe disconnect between stock market performance and economic indicators has raised concerns about the accuracy of stock indices. (Source: The Economist) https://tradeandtide.com/news/white-house-accused-misrepresenting/2026-08-19https://tradeandtide.com/share-white-house-accused-misrepresenting.svgCoronavirus, mask, quarantine, virus, covid-19, epidemic. Global Economy professional photographyA recent paper by the White House has been criticized for its claims of a Chinese transshipment scam, with many countries being accused of abetting the plot to dodge American tariffs. https://tradeandtide.com/news/ai-phobia-becomes-consensus/2026-08-18https://tradeandtide.com/share-ai-phobia-becomes-consensus.svgA large container ship at Hamburg's Container Terminal Tollerort loading and unloading. Global...A growing number of Americans are expressing concerns about the potential risks and consequences of artificial intelligence, leading to a shift in public opinion. (Source: Financial Times) https://tradeandtide.com/news/trump-ballroom-official-held/2026-08-18https://tradeandtide.com/share-trump-ballroom-official-held.svgBitcoin coin stacked with US $100 bill background, representing finance and cryptocurrency...A Trump ballroom official reportedly held quiet talks with Kremlin officials, sparking interest in the international community. (Source: Financial Times) https://tradeandtide.com/news/ai-misalignment-problem-bigger/2026-08-18https://tradeandtide.com/share-ai-misalignment-problem-bigger.svgA reception desk with "invest europe" logo and blurred people. Global EconomyExperts warn that the real danger of AI lies not in rogue behavior but in its misalignment with human values, as current systems prioritize efficiency over ethics, raising concerns about... https://tradeandtide.com/news/wholesale-prices-remain-flat/2026-08-18https://tradeandtide.com/share-wholesale-prices-remain-flat.svgNatural reserve, world, smartphone, green, globe, manipulation. Global Economy WorldThe Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that wholesale costs for goods and services were unchanged in July, contrary to forecasts of a 0.2% increase. (Source: CNBC) https://tradeandtide.com/news/united-kingdom-launches-safeguard/2026-08-17https://tradeandtide.com/share-united-kingdom-launches-safeguard.svgA close-up of a worker's hands, seen from behind, operating a cargo crane's control panel in a...The United Kingdom has initiated a safeguard investigation on polyethylene terephthalate, a type of plastic resin. (Source: to.org) https://tradeandtide.com/news/us-tech-stock-correction/2026-08-17https://tradeandtide.com/share-us-tech-stock-correction.svgA close-up of a single ECB economist, seen from behind, mid-action, and cropped at the...ECB economists warn of a potential correction in US tech stocks, citing concerns over valuations and growth prospects. (Source: Financial Times) https://tradeandtide.com/news/monetary-roots-political-extremism/2026-08-17https://tradeandtide.com/share-monetary-roots-political-extremism.svgA close-up of a worn, leather-bound copy of 'The Wicksell Effect' by Knut Wicksell, a key text...A recent report highlights the connection between the Geneva School of economists and the rise of plutocrats like Elon Musk. (Source: Project Syndicate) https://tradeandtide.com/news/majority-us-voters-report-6c2f7a/2026-08-17https://tradeandtide.com/share-majority-us-voters-report-6c2f7a.svgA close-up, 16:9 landscape photograph of a person's hands, seen from behind, holding a pen and...A Financial Times poll reveals that most US voters believe their financial situation has worsened during Donald Trump's presidency, reflecting broader economic concerns. (Source: Financial Times) https://tradeandtide.com/news/china-totalitarian-institutions-prove-495c69/2026-08-17https://tradeandtide.com/share-china-totalitarian-institutions-prove-495c69.svgA close-up of a weathered, plain steel cargo crane's massive metal boom, silhouetted against a...Despite decades of economic reform, China's totalitarian institutions have shown remarkable resilience, surviving and reasserting themselves under President Xi Jinping. (Source: Project Syndicate) https://tradeandtide.com/news/african-countries-shift-away-144b38/2026-08-17https://tradeandtide.com/share-african-countries-shift-away-144b38.svgA close-up of a market stall in a bustling African market, photographed with a shallow depth of...African countries are increasingly turning away from the US dollar as their preferred currency for trade and transactions, with the yuan and local currencies gaining traction. (Source: The Economist) https://tradeandtide.com/news/central-banks-delicate-balance-508df8/2026-08-16https://tradeandtide.com/share-central-banks-delicate-balance-508df8.svgNature, green, natural, grass, environment, forest. Global Economy professional photographyCentral banks face the challenge of communicating effectively without revealing too much, much like the Oracle of Delphi. Striking the right balance is crucial to maintain credibility and... https://tradeandtide.com/news/india-sector-adapts-rise-0e79fb/2026-08-16https://tradeandtide.com/share-india-sector-adapts-rise-0e79fb.svgSmartphone, mobile, finger, touch, spark, communication. Global Economy technologyIndia's technology industry is finding ways to survive the impact of artificial intelligence, despite initial concerns that the technology would lead to job losses. (Source: The Economist) https://tradeandtide.com/news/japan-yen-intervention-undoes-b5fcfb/2026-08-16https://tradeandtide.com/share-japan-yen-intervention-undoes-b5fcfb.svgWooden scrabble tiles arrange to spell 'Food Inflation' on a rustic wooden surface, conceptually...Japan's recent intervention to support the yen has disrupted a long-standing global carry trade, with the US Treasury aiding the Bank of Japan in stabilizing the currency. This move highlights the... https://tradeandtide.com/news/china-rise-global-oil-1e7e7d/2026-08-16https://tradeandtide.com/share-china-rise-global-oil-1e7e7d.svgCargo, port, ocean, nature, ship, boat. Global Economy industryChina's growing influence in the global oil market has led to a shift in power dynamics, with the Chinese Communist Party now calling the shots in the industry. (Source: The Economist) https://tradeandtide.com/news/singapore-financial-prowess-hindered-10a068/2026-08-16https://tradeandtide.com/share-singapore-financial-prowess-hindered-10a068.svgDetailed close-up of global export data on a paper report with a globe. Global Economy close upDespite its dominance in foreign exchange, commodities, and wealth management, Singapore struggles to establish a significant stock market, leaving a gap in its financial ecosystem. https://tradeandtide.com/news/kevin-warsh-faces-challenges-a41674/2026-08-16https://tradeandtide.com/share-kevin-warsh-faces-challenges-a41674.svgFlat lay of credit cards, passport, and a phone showing stock data, depicting finance and...Kevin Warsh, the new chair of the Federal Reserve, is struggling to escape the problems left by his predecessor. High inflation, weak jobs numbers, and presidential interference are among the... https://tradeandtide.com/news/index-funds-reshape-markets-18604b/2026-08-16https://tradeandtide.com/share-index-funds-reshape-markets-18604b.svgCow, calf, economy, switzerland, cattle, beef. Global EconomyFifty years after its launch, the Vanguard First Index Investment Trust has transformed global markets, proving that index funds are far from passive despite early skepticism. (Source: The Economist) https://tradeandtide.com/news/china-debt-bomb-squad-e86da7/2026-08-16https://tradeandtide.com/share-china-debt-bomb-squad-e86da7.svgTwo Bitcoin coins in front of a financial chart showcasing cryptocurrency trading trends. Global...China’s financial firms, originally created to manage bad loans and defuse credit crises, are now struggling with their own debt problems. 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