Saturday, June 27, 2026

Free movement key to unlocking Africa’s market potential

Chief of Staff Julius Debrah has renewed calls for the removal of visa restrictions across Africa, stressing that the free movement of people is essential to boosting trade, innovation, and economic growth on the continent.

China economy poised to hit 2025 growth target despite weaker Q4, outlook darkens

BEIJING, Jan 19 (Reuters) - China's economic growth likely slowed to a three‑year low in the fourth quarter as domestic demand softened, and while the full‑year pace is ​set to hit close to Beijing's target, trade tensions and structural imbalances pose significant risks to the outlook.

UK economy grew by 0.3% in November, beating forecasts

The UK economy grew by a faster-than-expected 0.3% in November after car production rebounded and the services sector got a boost.

IMF warns of trade tension risk to global growth

Trade tensions and a reversal in the artificial intelligence (AI) boom are among the main risks to global economic growth, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has warned.

UK set for a ‘booming’ mortgage market, say analysts

Competition among lenders suggests that mortgage rates could be cut in the coming weeks, according to brokers and analysts.