Tag #Economy

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Jellyfish Invasion Devastates Scottish Salmon Farms

An invasive jellyfish species has killed over 200,000 farmed salmon in Scotland, impacting two farms near Skye and Muck, following a similar crisis in Norway where millions of salmon died in 2023 due to rising sea temperatures linked to climate change.

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Life Below Water
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Biden Vetoes Nippon Steel's US Steel Acquisition

President Biden blocked a $15 billion acquisition of US Steel by Japan's Nippon Steel, citing national security concerns and supply chain risks, despite bipartisan support for the veto and criticism from the involved companies.

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Northvolt's Collapse: A Setback for Europe's Green Tech Ambitions

The near-bankruptcy of Swedish battery maker Northvolt, despite substantial funding and government support, reveals the challenges Europe faces in competing with China's established dominance in battery technology, particularly given its rapid growth strategy and quality control issues resulting in ...

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Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
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China's Economic Resilience in 2024: Growth Rebounds Amidst Global Uncertainty

Despite initial economic slowdown in the second and third quarters of 2024, China's economy rebounded strongly in the final months, with key indicators reaching record highs thanks to timely government policy interventions and ongoing structural reforms.

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French Unions and Employers Begin Talks on Pension Reform

French unions and employers initiated three months of talks on January 17th to reform the pension system, a significant shift from President Macron's previous approach, aiming to find compromises on financing and other key issues, potentially impacting the future role of social partners in French po...

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Record Irish Tax Revenue: A Windfall Threatened by US Policies

Ireland's 2023 tax revenue hit a record \$108 billion, a 23% increase driven by Apple's \$11 billion tax payment and rising income tax. However, this prosperity is threatened by potential US tariffs and tax code changes.

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Urban Drone Applications: Market Growth and Challenges

Drones are increasingly used in urban areas for traffic management, infrastructure inspection (like by Autostrada del Brennero), and package delivery (Amazon's Prime Air project in Italy), with the global market projected to reach \$40 billion by 2030, but challenges remain in regulations and data p...

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Escribano Brothers Take Helm of Indra, Shifting Focus to Defense

From a small repair shop founded in 1989, the Escribano brothers have risen to lead Indra, a major Spanish defense company, after acquiring a significant stake and implementing a strategic shift towards defense contracting, following a period of internal restructuring at Indra.

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theguardian.com
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UK Investment Attractiveness Surges to Second Place Globally

A PwC survey ranks the UK as the second most attractive country globally for investment, surpassing its previous ranking and signaling strong investor confidence despite recent economic uncertainty.

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Trump's Return: Expected Policy Shockwave

Upon his return to the White House, President Trump intends to sign numerous executive orders addressing the economy, illegal immigration, and international relations, potentially causing significant domestic and international upheaval.

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Davos 2024: Global Uncertainty Dominates WEF Amidst Russia's Absence

The 54th World Economic Forum (WEF) convened in Davos, Switzerland, on January 20th, 2024, addressing global uncertainty from geopolitical conflicts, economic fragmentation, and climate change; key attendees include US President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, with Russia nota...

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Trump's Second Inauguration: National Emergency Declared, Trade and Border Crackdown Announced

On his second inauguration, President Trump declared a national emergency at the southern border, announced a new agency to enforce tariffs and taxes, and threatened to reclaim the Panama Canal, all reflecting a continuation of his 'America First' agenda.

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