Global Macro-Economic Review The downward momentum that characterized the first half of 2022 was maintained in the third quarter as uncertainty and volatility remained elevated throughout the period. Global stock…
The fortuitous rally in energy prices on the global market has had a positive impact upon most commodity exporters worldwide, including the economy of Trinidad and Tobago (T&T). The recently…
The U.S. midterm election, as the name suggest, is held every four years midway through the presiding President’s term. This year, the date of the election is set for November…
A recession in Europe seems inevitable, adding even more fuel to speculations of a global recession. In its World Economic Outlook in January, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) stated that…
The US Dollar has steadily gained against many global currencies, with the strengthening particularly acute over the past couple of months, reaching historic highs against the Euro, Japanese Yen and…
Trinidad and Tobago celebrated its 60th anniversary of independence on 31 August, 2022. At this juncture, many commentators would have offered their perspectives on the twin-island nation’s progress and pitfalls…
Energy Historically, multiple advancements in technology in the industrial and manufacturing sectors led to increased production of various goods. The availability of every single good produced in the world increased…
In these times of uncertainty and global conflict, many countries are coming to terms with the possibility of entering into a recession. As investors become aware of a potential recession, some…
The Caribbean is among the most indebted regions in the world, with debt levels (excluding Haiti) averaging 90.1% of GDP since the onset of the pandemic according to IMF data.…
