Chinese companies' poor earnings, policy makers adapting to global economy, Ireland's position in life science industry, controversy in Spain's football federation
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Chinese companies are expected to downgrade their outlooks for the second quarter, particularly in real estate and finance, but there are brighter spots in consumer and technology sectors.
The annual economic symposium in Jackson Hole highlighted concerns about structural changes and challenges in the global economy, with a focus on inflation and labor market shifts.
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Chinese companies face pessimistic outlook for earnings
Chinese companies are expected to downgrade their outlooks for the second quarter, especially in sectors heavily exposed to struggling real estate and finance. However, there have been brighter spots in the consumer and technology sectors.
Concerns and challenges discussed at the central bankers meeting in Jackson Hole
The annual economic symposium in Jackson Hole highlighted concerns about structural changes and challenges facing the global economy. Federal Reserve Chair Jay Powell recognized the fight against inflation while expressing some optimism compared to last year. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde emphasized labor market shifts, changes in energy future, and geopolitical forces as key concerns.
Chinese corporate earnings reports are forecast to log poor performance and companies are set to downgrade outlooks, and policy makers walked away from Jackson Hole acknowledging they need to adjust to the changing global economy. Plus, the FT’s Jamie Smyth explains why Ireland is still in a good position for the life science industry boom despite a higher corporate tax.
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