https://tradeandtide.com/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-home.svg https://tradeandtide.com/news/iran-war-threatens-halt/2026-08-20https://tradeandtide.com/share-iran-war-threatens-halt.svgIran War Threatens to Halt UK's Rapid Economic GrowthThe 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.svgUS Inflation Rate Holds Steady at 3.4% in JulyThe 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.svgUS Budget Deficit May Have Peaked Under TrumpTreasury 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.svgJuly CPI Report: Inflation Remains Above Target, But Shows Signs of EasingThe 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.svgRussia dismisses top economist after warnings of economic and social crisisRussia 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.svgU.S. Government Debt Surpasses $40 Trillion MarkThe 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.svgTrump Criticizes Fed Interest Rate Policy, Citing High US Rates Compared to Global CompetitorsUS 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.svgDeadline to Register for WTO Public Forum ApproachingThe 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.svgIran Considers European Military Targets Amid Rising Tensions with Trump AdministrationInsiders 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.svgThe World's Most Influential Economist Faces CriticismDaron 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.svgStock Indices Fail to Reflect Equity RealityThe 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.svgWhite House Accused of Misrepresenting Chinese Transshipment ClaimsA 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.svgAI Phobia Becomes Consensus in AmericaA 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.svgTrump Ballroom Official Held Quiet Kremlin TalksA 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.svgAI’s Misalignment Problem: A Bigger Threat Than Rogue SystemsExperts 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 unintended... https://tradeandtide.com/news/wholesale-prices-remain-flat/2026-08-18https://tradeandtide.com/share-wholesale-prices-remain-flat.svgWholesale Prices Remain Flat in July, Below ExpectationsThe 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.svgUnited Kingdom Launches Safeguard Investigation on Polyethylene TerephthalateThe 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.svgUS Tech Stock Correction Warned by ECB EconomistsECB 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.svgThe Monetary Roots of Political ExtremismA 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.svgMajority of US voters report financial decline under Trump administration, poll findsA 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.svgChina's Totalitarian Institutions Prove Resilient Amid Economic GrowthDespite 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.svgAfrican Countries Shift Away from the US DollarAfrican 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.svgCentral Banks and the Delicate Balance of CommunicationCentral 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 influence... https://tradeandtide.com/news/india-sector-adapts-rise-0e79fb/2026-08-16https://tradeandtide.com/share-india-sector-adapts-rise-0e79fb.svgIndia's IT Sector Adapts to the Rise of Artificial IntelligenceIndia'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/currencies/2026-08-20 https://tradeandtide.com/institutions-debt/2026-08-20 https://tradeandtide.com/shocks-cycles/2026-08-20 https://tradeandtide.com/about/ https://tradeandtide.com/sources-and-methods/ https://tradeandtide.com/corrections/