Economy
Bpost CEO: Social Agreement a Step Forward, Work Remains
Bpost CEO Chris Peeters calls new social agreement an important step after weeks of strikes, but warns the company's transformation is far from complete.
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EconomyPolitics
Walloons Want Tax Cuts and More Spending, Survey Reveals
The 2026 National Budget Survey reveals 40% of Walloons prioritize tax cuts while demanding more state spending, challenging Belgium's austerity plans.
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Economy
China Urged to Cut Export Tax Rebates as Surplus Hits Record
Chinese economists call for targeted cuts to export tax rebates after the trade surplus hit a record $1.2 trillion, sparking debate over export-led growth.
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EconomyAgriculture
U.S. Cattle Herd at 75-Year Low, Driving Beef Prices Higher
The U.S. cattle herd has fallen to 86.2 million head, the smallest since 1951. Drought, screwworm, and consolidation are driving beef prices higher.
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EconomyChina
China Financial Power Steady Under 15th Five-Year Plan
China advances financial power construction under the 15th Five-Year Plan with double-digit loan growth and 800 billion yuan in new policy instruments.
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SocietyEconomy
Pessimism Spreads Among Belgians as Economic Anxiety Deepens
Nearly 7 in 10 Belgians believe the economy has worsened, a major national survey reveals, with sharp regional divides over government austerity measures.
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Economy
Belgian Inflation Hits 4.08% in May as Energy Costs Bite
Belgium's inflation rose to 4.08% in May, driven by surging energy prices linked to the Middle East conflict. Diesel up 33.7%, airline tickets soar 69.1%.
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Economy
U.S. Inflation Hits 3.8%, Fastest Pace in Three Years
The PCE price index rose 3.8% in April, the fastest since May 2023, driven by energy costs from the Iran war and straining household budgets.
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EconomyBusiness
China Sees 20,000+ New Foreign Firms in Early 2026
China established over 20,000 new foreign-invested enterprises in Jan-Apr 2026, up 6.8% YoY. High-tech FDI surged 20.3% as overall FDI dipped.
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EconomyChina
Shenzhen Population Hits 18 Million, Leads China in Growth
Shenzhen's permanent population exceeds 18 million for the first time, with 2025 growth of 259,000 ranking first among Chinese cities.
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Economy
US Consumer Confidence Sinks as War-Driven Inflation Bites
Consumer confidence fell in May as gas prices topped $4.50/gallon and inflation hit 3.8%. The University of Michigan sentiment index hit a record low.
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EconomyTechnology
China Unveils Six Network Roadmaps for Trillion-Yuan Markets
China's six network roadmaps target 7+ trillion yuan annually across water, power, computing, communication, pipeline, and logistics networks.
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EconomyTechnology
China High-Tech FDI Surges 20.3% in First 4 Months of 2026
China's high-tech FDI grew 20.3% in Jan-Apr 2026, reaching 40.4% of total investment, signaling a shift toward innovation-driven sectors.
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EconomyConsumer
Fuel Prices Force Americans to Cut Back Memorial Day Travel
Rising gas and jet fuel costs, driven by the Iran war, are reshaping Memorial Day travel as Americans opt for shorter trips and closer destinations.
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Economy
China's Logistics Network Hits 630M Parcels, 160M Tons Daily
China's logistics network handles 630M parcels and 160M tons daily, making it the world's largest market. New Five-Year Plan targets 95% completion.
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EconomyHousing
Belgian Mortgage Rates Hit 12-Year High: Buy Now or Wait?
Fixed mortgage rates in Belgium reach 4.13%, the highest in 12 years. Expert analysis on whether to buy a home now or wait amid geopolitical turmoil.
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Economy & Finance
Fitch Affirms Belgium's A+ Rating with Stable Outlook
Fitch Ratings affirms Belgium's long-term credit rating at A+ with stable outlook, providing reassurance despite budget challenges and coalition talks.
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EconomyEnergy
Gas Price Crisis Grips US Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend
National gas prices hit $4.55/gallon as Iran war disrupts oil supplies, California battles Chevron, and 45M Americans face costly holiday travel.
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EconomyTrade
China Overtakes US as Germany's Top Investment Source
Chinese companies launched 228 investment projects in Germany in 2025, surpassing the US for the first time since 2017, a new GTAI report shows.
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Economy
Middle East War Tightens Credit Squeeze on Belgian Firms
The Middle East conflict drives up borrowing costs for Belgian firms as credit tightens, inflation hits 4%, and growth forecasts are cut.
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EconomyPolitics
Belgium's Triple Shock: Deficit, Indexation, and Sales Law
Belgium's deficit stabilizes at 5.2% as parliament votes on wage indexation caps and a court ruling upends the nation's sales period system.
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EconomyReal Estate
Belgian Mortgage Rates Hit 12-Year High, Adding €30K to Cost
Belgian mortgage rates hit 4.13%, a 12-year high, adding €30,000 in extra interest for homebuyers. Geopolitical tensions and ECB policy drive the surge.
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PoliticsU.S. News
US Daily Roundup: Iran War Vote, Wildfires, Primary Results
Senate advances bill to end Iran war as Cassidy flips; Sandy Fire forces 17K evacuations; Massie loses to Trump-backed challenger.
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EconomyConsumer
Gas Prices Surge Past $4.80 Ahead of Summer Travel Season
Gas prices are surging past $4.80 per gallon ahead of summer travel, driven by the Iran war and Strait of Hormuz closure. Consumers face higher costs.
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EconomyBusiness
Target Sales Surge, Schlitz Ends, Teen Jobs Hit Record Low
Target posts biggest sales jump in 4 years, Schlitz beer ends after 177 years, and teen summer jobs hit record lows in a complex U.S. economy.
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Economy
Belgian Supermarket Prices Fall Despite Surging Inflation
Supermarket prices in Belgium are falling as inflation surges to 4.01%. An economist warns the situation is abnormal and predicts a price shock.
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