International trade
The imposition of high tariffs by the US, under the leadership of President Donald Trump, has sent shockwaves throughout the global economy. This unprecedented move has put trade relationships between the US and its major trading partners, including Bangladesh, on a fragile footing. With a negative GDP growth in 2025Q1,
International trade
China firmly opposes the United States' abuse of tariffs, which infringes on the rights of other countries and disrupts the international multilateral trade order, according to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China. China has long advocated for inclusive economic globalization, mutual benefit,
Tariffs
President Trump's tariffs on America's trading partners have injected uncertainty into the global economy, with the IMF predicting a significant increase in the risk of a recession in America and a slowdown in the global economy. The imposition of "reciprocal" tariffs ranging from 10
Global economy
The US president's concession has sparked hopes of a potential breakthrough in the ongoing trade tensions between the two economic superpowers. However, analysts remain cautious, citing the complexity of the issues at hand and China's tendency to engage in lengthy negotiations. The talks, set to take
Banking industry
NatWest, formerly known as Royal Bank of Scotland, has reported a significant increase in profits, jumping to £1.8 billion in the first quarter, a 36.2% rise from the previous year. This comes as the bank is on the brink of full reprivatization, with the government's stake
Global economy
The world is witnessing a slowdown in economic growth as the trade war between the US and China intensifies, with no end in sight to the tit-for-tat tariffs that have become the hallmark of the struggle. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised Pakistan's economic growth projection downward
Financial markets
The United States President's tariff policies have not only created economic chaos in their aftermath but also have broader societal implications. The stock markets are experiencing their worst start to a presidential term in modern history, and the economic implications of Trump's actions will resonate well
Foreign investments
The last two decades of the 20th century saw Africa's collective economy experiencing minimal growth, but by the late 1990s, the continent began to show signs of change, with GDP growth accelerating significantly. Today, Africa's economic activity has gained momentum, with sectors like telecommunications, banking, and
