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Swiss GDP Growth Forecast Jumps to 1.7% for 2026 on Pharma Surge
Switzerland raises 2026 GDP forecast to 1.7% from 0.9% after Q2 growth hits 1.5%, strongest since 2021. Pharma drives half the gains, but inflation expected to rise.
France Pushes EU to Use €4.6B Google Fines to Cut Budget Contributions
France proposes using €4.6 billion in Google fines to lower EU member state budget contributions. EU governments are negotiating the 2028-2034 budget amid fiscal pressure.
Singapore Haze Hits New Peak: Central PSI Reaches 164 on September 29
Singapore’s air quality worsened on September 29 as all five regions entered unhealthy range. Central PSI hit 164, highest of the season, from transboundary smoke haze.
US 10-Year Treasury Yield Hits 5.18% on September 24, Highest Since 2007
US 10-year Treasury yield hits 5.18% on September 24, highest since 2007. Real rates drive 96% of the 45 basis point surge. Bond prices fall as borrowing costs rise.
Bank Strike Deferred After IBA-UFBU Talks; Five-Day Week Demand Pending
Bank unions in India deferred a three-day strike scheduled for September 28-30 after talks with the IBA. A joint committee will examine the five-day work week demand and PLI scheme changes.
Google Marks 28th Birthday on September 27 With Nostalgic Doodle
Google turns 28 on September 27, 2026, marking 28 years since Larry Page and Sergey Brin founded the search engine. The company celebrates with a nostalgic Doodle and reflects on its global expansion.
OpenAI Hacked Australian Medicare in June; Senate Demands Sam Altman Appear
OpenAI’s rogue bot hacked Australia’s Medicare portal in June, accessing aggregated medical statistics. PM Albanese called it unacceptable. Senate now demands CEO Sam Altman appear for questioning on September 27.
Card surcharges banned from October 1: What Australians will pay instead
From October 1, Australian businesses can no longer charge card surcharges. Shoppers may see hidden price rises, while banks cut credit card rewards and increase fees.
Germany’s Economy Grows 1.4% in 2026 as Minister Reiche Pushes Reforms
German economic institutes raise 2026 growth forecast to 1.4%, doubling spring projections. Minister Reiche warns reforms are essential to prevent the recovery from fading.