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A Critical Week for Central Banks Amid Trade and Geopolitical Tensions

Global markets are sharply focused this week on the outcomes of several major central bank meetings, as monetary policy decisions intersect with escalating geopolitical risks and trade pressures. The convergence of weaker economic data, persistent inflation concerns, and volatile oil prices has created an increasingly complex landscape for policymakers.

Forbes Ranks 12 Banks in Egypt’s Top 50 Public Companies for 2025

Forbes Middle East has unveiled its annual list of the Top 50 Publicly Listed Companies in Egypt for 2025, featuring 12 banks that reflect the strength and resilience of Egypts banking sector.

UK Inflation Slows in May but Falls Short of Expectations, Supporting Rate Hold Outlook

Inflation in the United Kingdom eased in May, strengthening expectations that the Bank of England BoE will maintain its current interest rate when it announces its monetary policy decision on Thursday.

Gold Holds Steady Amid Fed Decision Anticipation and Geopolitical Tensions

Citi bank: Gold will fall back below $3,000 in the coming quarters

Christine Lagarde: Eurozone Inflation Nearing Target

Goldman Sachs Lowers U.S. Recession Risk to 30% 

UK Economy Contracts in April Due to U.S. Tariffs

The UK economy experienced a sharp contraction in April 2025, reflecting the economic shockwaves caused by the recent decision by U.S. President Donald Trump to impose broad tariffs on imported goods. This marked the most significant monthly decline in GDP since October 2023.

World Bank Maintains Optimistic Outlook for Egypt’s Economy in FY 2024/2025 with 3.8% Growth Forecast

The World Bank has maintained its forecast for Egypts economic growth at 3.8% for the current fiscal year 2024/2025, reflecting a stable outlook compared to its previous estimates released in April, according to the latest Global Economic Prospects report.

Wall Street Journal: U.S. May Inflation Data Falls Short of Expectations, Paving the Way for Rate Cuts

According to The Wall Street Journal, U.S. government inflation data for May came in below expectations, increasing the likelihood that the Federal Reserve may consider interest rate cuts in the coming months

Global Gold Prices Rise on Fed Rate Cut Expectations and Slowing U.S. Inflation

Gold prices rose in global markets today amid growing expectations that the U.S. Federal Reserve may move to cut interest rates in the coming period, following inflation data that came in below market forecasts.

Notable Rise in U.S. Inflation During May Despite Tariff Concerns

The U.S. economy experienced a noticeable increase in inflation during May, according to data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The Consumer Price Index CPI rose by 0.1% for the month, pushing the annual inflation rate to 2.4%. While the monthly figure was slightly below forecasts, the annual rate confirms ongoing upward momentum in consumer prices across several sectors.