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Argentina’s inflation inched up slightly in April, rising less than market expectations, Bloomberg reports. This modest rise offers a promising sign of stability amid the country’s ongoing economic challenges

Germany’s economy is poised for an exciting surge in 2026, driven by groundbreaking technological innovations and a thriving export market, experts reveal in their latest forecasts

Italy’s stock market took a dip on Tuesday, with the Investing.com Italy 40 index slipping by 0.76%. Investors are treading carefully as economic uncertainties loom large, mirroring the cautious sentiment seen across Europe’s markets.

Wall Street kicked off the day on a positive note, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq climbing higher as exciting US-Japan tariff discussions began. However, a 1.5% drop in UnitedHealth cast a shadow over the Dow, highlighting the persistent challenges facing the healthcare sector.

Germany’s unemployment rate rose to 6.3% in March, marking a notable increase as economic challenges persist. Analysts point to factors such as shifts in the labor market and ongoing economic pressures as contributing elements to this uptick.

Spain’s stock market ended higher as the IBEX 35 index rose by 0.31% at the close of trading. Positive investor sentiment and gains in key sectors contributed to the day’s increase, reflecting a resilient financial outlook amidst ongoing economic developments.