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Xi’s Pyongyang Visit Signals Rising Eurasian Alignment as China, Russia, and North Korea Deepen Strategic Ties

Chinese President Xi Jinping’s first visit to North Korea in seven years highlights growing cooperation among China, Russia, and North Korea as geopolitical tensions accelerate the emergence of a more multipolar world order.

History of Recessions in the United States

Causes, Length, GDP, and Unemployment Rates for Every U.S. Recession

By  Kimberly Amadeo   Updated on July 9, 2024

There have been 19 noteworthy recessions throughout U.S. history. The National Bureau of Economic Research determines when a recession starts and ends, and the Bureau of Economic Analysis measures the gross domestic product (GDP) that defines recessions. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports on the unemployment rate.

Unemployment often peaks after a recession ends because it's a lagging economic indicator. Most employers wait until they're sure the economy is back on its feet again before hiring permanent employees.

Basrah Crudes Post Weekly Losses

2026-06-13   Shafaq News- Basrah   Iraq’s Basrah crude lost more than 18% over the past week, as major global benchmarks weakened.

Basrah Heavy crude dropped by $2.68 in its final trading session to $58.14 per barrel, down 4.41% on the day and recording a weekly loss of $11.14, or 19.16%. Basrah Medium crude slipped by $2.68 to close at $60.24 per barrel, falling 4.26% in its last session and posting a weekly loss of $11.14, or 18.49%.

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CLARITY Act Moves Closer to Senate Vote as White House Hosts Key Crypto Policy Meeting

White House officials, lawmakers, and major law enforcement organizations met this week to discuss the CLARITY Act, signaling growing momentum behind legislation that could establish a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets in the United States.

What Is the Ideal GDP Growth Rate?

The ideal growth rate is not too hot, not to cold, but just right

By   Kimberly Amadeo  Updated on January 26, 2023

A healthy gross domestic product (GDP) growth rate sustains the economy in the expansion phase of the business cycle for as long as possible. GDP is the total market value of the goods and services produced within a country in a year.