Economy

Manufacturing drives Singapore’s economic growth, but not necessarily its job growth: EIU

According to the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Alex Holmes, recent strength in global trade reflects some front-loading of activity. Yet deeper demand fundamentals persist, suggesting that as this effect unwinds, growth will moderate rather than reverse.

Visa's Olympics monopoly highlights Europe's payment headache

Under a sponsorship deal with the International Olympic Committee dating back to 1986 and extended to 2032, Visa is the sole card provider at the Games.

Why Greenland’s critical minerals won’t make it rich

In early 2026, Greenland found itself in the middle of a geopolitical battle. Strategically positioned near emerging shipping routes, the island has drawn interest from the U.S., Russia, China and Europe. But Greenland’s untapped wealth sits under the ground. With significant deposits of rare earth elements and other critical minerals, the mining industry could boost the territory’s slowing economy. But can it make its people rich?

Long-term unemployment is becoming 'a status quo' in today's job market: It's a 'mental war,' job seeker says

Long-term job seekers say they're lowering their expectations, taking on gig work and reconsidering what to do with their careers.

Rubio reassures Europe while U.S. CPI calms investors

Both U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio and consumer inflation readings were sources of comfort.

The AI ‘scare trade’ is tearing through markets. Bernstein picked 8 stocks that can weather the storm

Analysts at Bernstein have highlighted eight stocks they consider as AI disruption-proof.