Economy

China's Big Pig Breeders Dig In As Losses And Debts Mount

The biggest pig breeders in China, consumer of fully half the world's pork, seem to have bitten off more than they can chew.

Walmart Shifts To India, Cuts China Imports

Walmart is importing more goods to the United States from India and reducing its reliance upon China as it looks to cut costs and diversify its supply chai...

Food Industry Key To Supporting Growth Of The UK Economy: IGD

The food industry in the UK is key to supporting growth in the everyday economy, according to a new report by the IGD.

UK Consumer Confidence Jumps Despite Lingering Inflation Pain

British consumers have turned more optimistic about the outlook for the economy and their personal finances this month but their mood remains a long way of...

French Business Activity Contracts Again In November

French business activity contracted in November, according to a monthly survey, as demand for goods and services in the euro zone's second-biggest economy...

Euro Zone Retail Sales Fall In September, Exposing Weak Consumer Demand

Euro zone retail sales fell roughly in line with expectations in September, latest data showed, highlighting weak consumer demand and the prospect of reces...

German Consumer Sentiment Deteriorates In November: HDE

Consumer sentiment in Germany fell noticeably in November for the first time in twelve months following some stabilisation in the economy, according to the...

UK Shop Price Inflation At Lowest Since August 2022: BRC

Prices in British store chains rose at the slowest pace in more than a year in October, according to industry data that adds to signs that the country's hi...