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Eurozone’s Elevated Household Savings Impede Economic Recovery
Eurozone households are maintaining high savings rates, hindering the region’s economic recovery by dampening consumer spending. In the second quarter of 2024, the household saving rate rose to 15.7%, up from 15.2% in the previous quarter, and significantly higher than… Read More ›
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The Legacy Of Trump Tariffs And Their Potential Economic Impact
The history of tariffs under former U.S. President Donald Trump is marked by a series of aggressive trade policies aimed at reshaping global trade relations. Trump’s administration implemented a wide range of tariffs, many of which sought to directly challenge… Read More ›
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TikTok’s Potential Ban: A Deep Dive Into Its Legal, Economic, And Social Implications
On January 19, 2025, the U.S. government is poised to enforce a ban on TikTok unless the app is severed from its China-based parent company, ByteDance. This decision stems from national security concerns related to the app’s potential access to… Read More ›
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Gold Prices In 2024: A Year Of Resilience Amid Economic Shifts
In 2024, gold prices experienced a remarkable surge, marking the metal’s best annual performance in over a decade. As of December 31, spot gold was trading at $2,608.09 per ounce, with U.S. gold futures at $2,620.60. This represents a significant… Read More ›
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China’s Struggling Manufacturing Sector And Mixed Recovery Amid Trade Tensions: Implications For 2025
China’s economic recovery remains fragile as the country enters 2025, with mixed signals emerging from its manufacturing and services sectors. Although recent policy stimulus measures are showing some positive effects, particularly in services and construction, the manufacturing sector continues to… Read More ›
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Ukraine’s War Fatigue: A Nation’s Struggle For Peace
As Ukraine approaches the third anniversary of the conflict with Russia, the nation grapples with profound war fatigue. The prolonged conflict has taken a significant toll on both the military and civilian populations, leading to a shift in public sentiment… Read More ›
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Global Market Outlook Faces Challenges As Bond Yields Rise And Uncertainty Looms For 2025
Global financial markets have shown mixed performance as 2024 draws to a close, with several key factors influencing investor sentiment. Despite a generally positive year for many regional markets, there is growing concern about the rising bond yields and their… Read More ›
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Russia Embraces Cryptocurrencies For International Trade Amid Sanctions
In the wake of increasing Western sanctions, Russian companies have begun utilizing bitcoin and other digital currencies for international transactions, marking a significant shift in the country’s approach to foreign trade. This development follows recent legislative changes that legalized cryptocurrency… Read More ›
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UK-EU Relations In 2025: Navigating New Challenges And Opportunities”**
In early 2025, the United Kingdom, under Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, has embarked on a significant diplomatic initiative to redefine its relationship with the European Union (EU). This effort aims to address emerging global challenges and to foster a… Read More ›
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Surging AI And Electrification Demand Threaten U.S. Power Grid Stability
The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has issued a stark warning: over half of North America faces an elevated or high risk of energy shortfalls in the next five to ten years. This alarming projection is primarily driven by… Read More ›