Manufacturing
China will dominate Russia’s car market
Western sanctions have caused a profound transformation in the Russian car market
RussiaReviving Latin America’s growth will face obstacles
Although only Argentina and Haiti are expected to contract this year, growth and investment levels remain modest
Latin AmericaChinese chip smuggling presents fresh US challenges
Despite export bans, US semiconductors are making their way to China through extensive smuggling networks
ChinaDemand concerns weigh on oil prices and OPEC+ plans
Recent oil price falls have prompted OPEC+ to delay its plan to return more oil to the market next month
InternationalInequality and employment development goals remain key
The ILO has highlighted that the share of total national income that is going to workers has fallen across all regions
InternationalRailway plan will boost Jordan’s balance of payments
Jordan signed agreements with the United Arab Emirates which will boost the export of phosphates and potash
JordanServices strength bodes well but prolongs price risks
The European and Asian services activity PMIs remained solid but some areas raised concerns
InternationalIndustry struggles could alter Germany’s car policy
Volkswagen has said job cuts and plant closures are possible owing to the company’s weakening market position
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