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U.S. companies in Madrid ask Trump to treat Spain differently
MADRID, Feb 19 (Reuters) - A group of U.S. companies present in Spain asked the administration of President Donald Trump to take into account the country's trade deficit with the United States when setting new tariffs on its goods. The American Chamber of Commerce in Spain (AmChamSpain) said on ...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Vietnam parliament approves 2025 growth target, paves way for Starlink entry
Updates with comment on broadband services in paragraph 3, more detail HANOI, Feb 19 (Reuters) - Vietnam's National Assembly on Wednesday approved raising the economic growth target for this year and backed major infrastructure projects, including a rail link to China and the construction of...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
Japan sees moderate economic recovery, wary over Trump's tariffs
TOKYO, Feb 19 (Reuters) - The Japanese government on Wednesday stuck to its view that the economy was recovering moderately, but flagged U.S. trade policies as key factors to watch as President Donald Trump's proposals on tariffs cast uncertainty over the economic outlook. In its monthly econo...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
ECB’s Panetta: Signs of weakness in Eurozone economy are more persistent than anticipated
European Central Bank (ECB) policymaker Fabio Panetta said on Wednesday, “signs of weakness in Eurozone economy are more persistent than anticipated.” Further comments We expected a recovery driven by consumer spending.
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Wed, Feb 19
In balancing risks and rewards, China set to leave lending rates unchanged in Feb
SHANGHAI, Feb 19 (Reuters) - China is expected to leave its benchmark lending rates unchanged on Thursday, a Reuters poll showed, as authorities walk a fine line between prioritising financial stability and providing more stimulus at a time when Beijing is facing fresh trade tensions. The cen...Reuters
Wed, Feb 19
