Macro
U.S. auto loan debt hits record $1.6 trillion in Q2
Total outstanding auto loans rose to a new high as higher vehicle prices and longer loan terms offset rising interest rates.
Russia's trade surplus falls to $12.46 billion in June
Monthly surplus declines from May as exports and imports adjust under sanctions and global market shifts.
Philippines President Marcos Proposes $118 Billion Budget for 2027
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. has proposed a national budget of $118 billion for the fiscal year 2027.
Why Bearish Sentiment Persists Around the Japanese Yen
Market participants continue to maintain a bearish outlook on the Japanese yen amid ongoing economic and monetary policy factors.
Switzerland updates sanctions regime against Sudan
Swiss Federal Department for Economic Affairs, Education and Research has published an amendment to the annex of the 2005 ordinance governing measures against Sudan.
Regulators Must Act Before the CFD Summer Surge Turns Toxic
The 40% jump in retail CFD volume is a warning sign that regulators can no longer ignore. I argue that tighter leverage caps and clearer disclosure rules are overdue.