#economic-resilience

#economic-resilience

When EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa arrived at Jordan's Al Husainiyah Palace at midday on Thursday, there was not a cloud in the sky. Temperatures hovered around a pleasant 20 degrees Celsius. While large parts of Europe were struggling with heavy snowfall, Jordan was showing its best side, as were the leaders gathered for the first-ever EUJordan summit in Amman.

Just about every major exporting economy was hit by U.S. President Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs in April. Malaysia was no exception, getting a 24% "reciprocal tariff" on its exports to the U.S. which, while perhaps not as catastrophic a level as some of its neighbors, still posed a significant threat to the Southeast Asian economy. Yet, Malaysia's government took a more measured response to new U.S. protectionism.

Campbell's Co (CPB) is a branded food and beverage company that has seen a 35.3% decline in stock price over the past five years due to volume declines and inflation.

Foreign investors invested a record $311.1 billion in U.S. securities in May, reversing a $14.2 billion withdrawal in April, as tariff fears eased.

Consumers seem 'basically fine,' with strong spending habits continuing amid economic pressures such as inflation and higher borrowing costs. Investment banking activity has also rebounded.

Invest-NL and Invest International are merging to form a National Promotional Institution, enhancing public investments and international cooperation for Dutch entrepreneurs.

The Barking and Dagenham Chamber of Commerce Business Awards recognized local businesses for their exceptional contributions, celebrating successes in a challenging economic climate.

In a volatile global market, African economies have a unique opportunity to diversify trade partnerships and reduce dependence on single markets, fostering economic resilience.

The ASEAN-GCC summit marks a significant step in enhancing interregional collaboration, as Southeast Asian leaders aim to insulate their economies from rising protectionism.

Even with consumer confidence somewhat down and some issues in terms of the economy, people still believe that a Disney theme park experience is really special.