Tag: Economic policy

IMF, Pakistan wrap up unscheduled talks on $7 billion bailout

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund (IMF) said on Friday it held constructive talks with authorities in Pakistan on economic policy and...

Moody's downgrades Mexican government's outlook to 'negative' over weakening of judiciary and debt

MEXICO CITY -- Mexico’s president lashed out Friday at Moody’s ratings service, after it downgraded the Mexican government’s debt outlook to “negative.” Moody’s...

China is bracing for fresh tensions with Trump over trade, tech and Taiwan

TAIPEI, Taiwan -- The first time China faced Donald Trump in the White House, there was a trade war, a breach of protocol...

Next Week: Trade balance, Fed policy meeting, consumer credit

A look at some of the key business events and economic indicators upcoming Next week.OUT OF BALANCEThe Commerce Department releases its latest monthly...

Final jobs report before election will likely offer a blurred view of labor market

WASHINGTON -- Americans on Friday will get their last major look at the state of the U.S. economy — the October jobs report...

Average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the US rises for fifth straight week

The average rate on a 30-year mortgage in the U.S. rose for the fifth straight week, returning to its highest level since early...