Deena Zaidi

Data & financial journalist covering global economics and policy

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Why 2% inflation became the global target for central banks

Why 2% inflation became the global target for central banks

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Banking and Finance, Europe, Graphs, Inflation, Japan, United States of America, World economy, World Economy

The curious case of the 2% inflation target and why most central banks won’t let it go.

US debt could rank among highest in G7 by 2030, IMF projects

US debt could rank among highest in G7 by 2030, IMF projects

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Europe, Graphs, Inflation, United States of America, World economy, World Economy

The cost of borrowing is already choking crucial public spending across many developing economies. But now it is triggering wider concerns.

US debt could surpass Greece by 2028, IMF data shows

US debt could surpass Greece by 2028, IMF data shows

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Europe, Graphs, Graphs, Inflation, Politics & Policy, United States of America, World economy, World Economy

The country once mocked for fiscal collapse may soon look more disciplined than the world’s largest economy.

Failed Iran talks could complicate Fed rate outlook as oil-driven inflation rises

Failed Iran talks could complicate Fed rate outlook as oil-driven inflation rises

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Banking and Finance, Banking News, Graphs, Inflation, Markets, Politics & Policy, United States of America, World economy, World Economy

Interest rate cuts are no longer easy for the Fed. With ongoing Iran conflict and volatile oil markets, it may even consider rate hikes to ensure inflation remains stable.