After this morning’s cabinet meeting, Portugal’s prime minister addressed the nation to unveil exceptional fuel subsidies linked to the war in the Middle East, and housing measures too. A VAT cut was ruled out.
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Mortgage rates and inflation are expected to remain elevated through 2026 as pressures tied to geopolitical tensions keep Federal Reserve rate cuts on hold. That’s according to Mike Fratantoni, chief economist and senior vice president of research and business development at the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA). Speaking during an
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has forecasted a 4.1 per cent growth for Nigeria in 2026. This is even as global growth remains weak. In [...] Read Full Article →
A proposed relocation of the Golden Eagle Casino and hotel in a city north of Saskatoon entered its early stages and is expected to cost $100 million, according to the MGBHLM. Read Full Article →
