Deena Zaidi

Data & financial journalist covering global economics and policy

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List: U.S. Government Shutdowns Since 1976

List: U.S. Government Shutdowns Since 1976

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Graphs, Inflation, World Economy, World economy

Here’s a list of All U.S. Government Shutdowns and Their Duration Since 1976

U.S. Inflation Rises 2.9% in August: Food and Gas Prices Lead the Surge

U.S. Inflation Rises 2.9% in August: Food and Gas Prices Lead the Surge

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Asia-Pacific, Brazil, Graphs, Graphs, Inflation, Markets, Trade and tariffs, United States of America, World Economy, World economy, World trade

The August inflation data overlaps with President Trump’s latest round of tariffs on major U.S. trading partners. But while the direct impact is up for debate, beef’s surge suggests tariffs may already be filtering into consumer prices.

Foreign Investors Pump $80B Into U.S. Treasuries; U.K. Posts Biggest Monthly Gain

Foreign Investors Pump $80B Into U.S. Treasuries; U.K. Posts Biggest Monthly Gain

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in China, Europe, India, Japan, Markets, Middle East, United States of America, World economy, World Economy

In June 2025, foreign official institutions drove a $80 billion net inflow into U.S. Treasuries, with the U.K. recording the largest one-month increase among major holders.

Russia’s Crude Oil Exports Stay High — But Flows Shift Sharply Toward Asia

Russia’s Crude Oil Exports Stay High — But Flows Shift Sharply Toward Asia

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Asia-Pacific, China, Europe, Graphs, Graphs, India, Markets, Politics & Policy, Trade and tariffs, United States of America, World economy, World Economy, World trade

Despite sanctions, Russia’s crude oil exports remain steady. Trade flows have pivoted from Europe to Asia, with China and India now the top buyers. India’s growing imports—and its refusal to join Western sanctions—have triggered steep new U.S. tariffs.