Tag #Economics

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Trump's Misleading Economic Claims in 100th-Day Rally

President Trump's 100th-day rally speech included several misleading claims about the US economy, including falsely stating inflation had ended, despite March data showing a 2.4% increase year-on-year, and wrongly asserting that gas prices had dropped to $1.98, when the average is $3.18.

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theguardian.com
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UK to Extend Sugar Tax to Milkshakes

The UK government plans to extend its sugar tax to milkshakes and similar drinks by July 21, aiming to reduce sugar consumption, despite concerns about the impact on consumers and the success of the initial tax.

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Good Health and Well-being
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Sony Raises PS5 Prices in Select Markets Amidst Global Economic Pressures

Sony increased PlayStation 5 Digital Edition prices by up to 15% in Europe, the UK, Australia, and New Zealand due to inflation and currency fluctuations, while US prices remain unchanged, reflecting a strategic approach to managing costs in a volatile global market.

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euronews.com
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VOC's 1602 IPO: Birth of Modern Stock Markets

On March 20, 1602, the Dutch East India Company (VOC) launched the world's first IPO, raising 3,674,945 guilders and pioneering open stock ownership and tradable shares, fundamentally changing investment practices.

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npr.org
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Lingering Price Hikes From Trump Tariffs

The Trump administration's tariffs led to increased consumer prices, which may persist due to economic principles of price stickiness and potential supply chain shifts, even after tariffs are removed.

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lemonde.fr
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82-Year-Old Defends Doctoral Thesis on Forgotten Nonconformist Economists

On March 21st, 82-year-old Denis Clerc defended his doctoral thesis at the University of Lille on largely forgotten 19th-century French nonconformist economists who advocated for worker cooperatives, highlighting the ongoing relevance of alternative economic models. Clerc is also the founder of the ...

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bbc.com
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US Tariffs Reverse Southeast Asia's Manufacturing Shift

The US imposed new tariffs on Vietnam, Cambodia, Indonesia, and Malaysia, reversing a previous trend of manufacturers relocating from China to Southeast Asia to avoid US tariffs, creating economic and geopolitical challenges for the region.

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40% Bias Score

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forbes.com
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U.S. Manufacturing Jobs: Fluctuations Under Trump and Biden Amidst Long-Term Decline

Analyzing U.S. manufacturing job trends under Trump and Biden reveals cyclical fluctuations largely independent of administration policies, with long-term decline due to outsourcing and automation, making a manufacturing job renaissance unrealistic.

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taz.de
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Austerity's Return: A Political Weapon or Economic Solution?

British Labour's Rachel Reeves, Argentinian President Milei, and Elon Musk advocate austerity for their economies; however, historical evidence suggests austerity can harm growth and increase inequality, potentially failing to achieve its goals.

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zeit.de
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German Coalition's Pension Plan: Maintaining 48% Level at a Cost

Germany's new coalition government plans to maintain the pension level at 48 percent until 2031, introducing new initiatives like an early start pension and an active pension, and improving mothers' pensions, though this will likely result in increased contribution rates and requires billions in ann...

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news.sky.com
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Trump's Tariffs Threaten to Unravel Globalized Economy

President Trump's tariffs are causing market slumps as his protectionist trade policies threaten to unravel decades of economic globalization, impacting manufacturing and consumer costs worldwide.

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forbes.com
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Ten Economic Principles from Adam Smith for Startup Success

Adam Smith's "The Wealth of Nations" offers ten entrepreneurial principles: specializing labor, market responsiveness, capital reinvestment, and niche market focus are key for startup success.

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