South African budget may partly ease downgrade fears

The government’s fiscal proposals attempt to balance increased social spending with efforts to reduce government debt

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Strong data increase pressure on ECB to wind down QE

Strong euro-area growth and inflation data have increased speculation about QE withdrawal but risks have also risen

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Lira weakness and slow growth will make it harder to justify development projects that may not attain revenue targets

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China's cultural reach across sub-Saharan Africa is growing as its education and technology finds new willing recipients

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A new industrial strategy prioritises raising productivity and broadens the focus beyond heavy industry

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The election of the pro-business, pro-fossil fuels President Donald Trump has boosted the industrial metals outlook

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Falling inflation will allow for faster rate cuts, but growth will take time to respond

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Oman, Iran’s longstanding Gulf business partner, has joined a Saudi anti-terrorism alliance

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Foreign aid budgets are under pressure amid the election of sceptical leaders in the United Kingdom and United States

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Uranium prices are rising as nuclear energy shows signs of growth but uncertainties persist

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