#contraction
Latest news and interesting information about contraction.
France manufacturing contracts in May
France manufacturing contracted in May. PMI dropped to 49.7. S&P Global cites energy prices and transport issues.
Global smartphone market faces record decline
The global smartphone market faces a record annual decline due to chip shortages. Counterpoint Research forecasts a 13.9% drop in shipments.
China factory activity expands in May, prices ease
China's factory activity expanded for sixth month in May, PMI at 51.8, as price pressures eased. Private survey shows slower but steady growth.
UBS: Bond Selloff Offers Buying Opportunity
UBS says the bond selloff offers a buying opportunity as investors overprice ECB rate hikes. High-quality bonds are attractive amid slowing growth.
China factory activity slips in May
China factory activity slips in May as PMI drops to 50.0. Exports resilient but yuan pressure persists.
China factory activity stalls in May
China's factory activity stalled in May as weak domestic demand and higher costs hit manufacturing. PMI dropped to 50.
China's factory activity flat in May, PMI shows
China's factory activity flat in May with PMI at 50. Pressured by weak domestic demand and high production costs.
Gap, American Eagle fall on weak demand
Gap and American Eagle shares fell after weak demand and annual forecasts. Consumer spending constrained by inflation.
China factory activity flat in May
China's factory activity remained flat in May as PMI dropped to 50, signaling weak demand and cost pressures from the Middle East conflict.
China home prices fall slower in 2025, forecast rise in 2027
China home prices expected to fall slower in 2025, with a forecast rise in 2027, as policy support continues but sector remains pressured.
FuriosaAI Partners with Broadcom on 3rd Gen AI Chip
FuriosaAI partners with Broadcom to develop 3rd gen AI chip with 2nm process and HBM4 memory. Sampling starts H1 2028.
Thai housing demand recovers, but risks loom | Bond.az
Thai housing demand recovers in Q1 2026, but energy risks and weak purchasing power persist. Read more on Bond.az.
Singapore economy grows 6% in Q1, beats estimates
Singapore's economy grew 6.0% in Q1 2026, beating the advance estimate of 4.6%. The trade ministry maintained its growth forecast amid downside risks from the Middle East conflict.
Estée Lauder SWOT analysis: stock navigates turnaround
Estée Lauder SWOT analysis: the beauty giant's turnaround strategy, China challenges, and future outlook.
Baidu SWOT analysis: mixed outlook amid AI push
Baidu SWOT analysis: The Chinese tech giant faces mixed prospects as it pushes into AI while traditional advertising declines.
Truist Cuts Intuit Price Target
Truist Securities cuts Intuit price target to $410 from $500 but keeps Buy rating. TurboTax growth slows amid DIY filer weakness.
Philly Fed Manufacturing Index Falls Negative
Philly Fed Manufacturing Index drops to -0.4, missing forecasts. Explore the implications for the economy and markets.
Germany private sector shrinks for second month
Germany's private sector activity contracts for second month in May as PMI stays below 50. Iran war impacts recovery, demand drops.
Middle East war slows India private sector growth
India's private sector growth slows in May due to Middle East war and cooling demand. Manufacturing PMI drops to 54.3, services PMI rises to 58.9.
Asia Stocks Rally on Nvidia Earnings, KOSPI Up 8%
Asian stocks rally on Nvidia earnings. KOSPI surges 8% on Samsung union deal. Nikkei, ASX 200, and other indices gain.
Japan factory activity slows in May as expected
Japan factory activity slowed in May as expected. Manufacturing PMI slipped to 54.5, services stalled. Composite PMI hit 5-month low.
ZTO Express Dips Despite Profit Growth, Market Share Gains
ZTO Express shares fall despite Q1 profit growth and market share gains. Read the full story on Bond.az.
Ukraine's economy grows 0.9% in April
Ukraine's economy grew 0.9% in April, rebounding from a Q1 contraction, driven by retail, food, and weapons production.
Ukraine economy grows 0.9% in April, PM says
Ukraine's GDP grew 0.9% in April, driven by retail, food, and weapons production, recovering from Q1 contraction, PM says.
Japan's Q1 GDP grows 2.1%, Iran war poses risks
Japan's Q1 GDP grew 2.1% but Iran war energy shock may slow momentum. BOJ eyes June rate hike.
FIBK's optimization test amid pressures
FIBK (First Interstate BancSystem) balance sheet optimization, earnings estimates, and strategic focus. Analysis of risks and opportunities.
Tenaya Reports Interim Gene Therapy Trial Results for Heart Condition
Tenaya Therapeutics reported interim results from its RIDGE-1 trial showing TN-401 gene therapy reduced heart rhythm disturbances by up to 67%. Shares up 114%.
UK economy strong Q1, Iran war clouds outlook
UK economy posted strong Q1 growth of 0.6%, but the Iran war casts a shadow on the outlook, with recession risks rising and inflation expected to surge.
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