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In the latest episode of Economic Update, Richard D. Wolff invites listeners to consider the current economic climate. The discussion focuses on innovative organizational strategies, market dynamics, and government interventions, …
Economic Update: Exploring Innovative Economic Strategies Read More
The October jobs report showed a gain of 12,000 jobs with the unemployment rate at 4.1%. Disruptions from hurricanes and strikes in manufacturing affected job growth while sectors like health …
October Jobs Report: Economic Insights and Implications Read More
The article analyzes Donald Trump’s claim that tariffs made America great, revealing research by economists Alexander Klein and Christopher Meissner suggesting that high tariffs during the Gilded Age did not …
Debating the Legacy of Tariffs: An Economic Perspective Read More
Germany is grappling with an economic crisis, exacerbated by a record number of employee sick days, which are believed to contribute to a decline in productivity and a cost of …
Germany’s Economic Struggles: Blame Shifts to Worker Absenteeism Read More
In the French Caribbean, particularly in Martinique and Guadeloupe, protests erupt over high living costs driven by a legacy of colonialism. While current economic hardships trigger unrest, underlying social and …
Colonial Echoes: The Roots of Economic Unrest in the French Caribbean Read More
The economic order is fracturing, with both political sides recognizing its failures without clear solutions. Trump’s potential re-election amidst economic discontent highlights broader shifts following the 2008 crisis. Political leaders …
The Economic Struggle Behind Political Transformations Read More
This year’s Nobel Prize in Economics highlights a connection between inclusive political institutions and economic success. Critics assert that this notion is vague and overlooks instances like China’s economic growth …
Nobel Prize in Economics: Reevaluating Democracy and Economic Prosperity Read More
Metaeconomics and the Happiness Economy redefine success by emphasizing individual and societal well-being over material wealth. The article argues for a broader understanding of happiness that includes social connections, meaningful …
Rethinking Success: Embracing the Happiness Economy Read More
Volkswagen’s troubles reflect a deeper issue of deindustrialisation haunting Germany, exacerbated by rising energy costs from the Ukraine conflict and competition from Chinese automakers. Martin Wansleben, a key industry leader, …
The Unraveling Fabric of Germany’s Industrial Strength Through Volkswagen’s Woes Read More
Paul Krugman warns that Trump’s potential re-election could result in significant economic challenges for the US, stemming from his inflationary tariff policies and plans for mass deportation. Experts predict that …
Economic Implications of a Trump Presidency: A Doubled-edged Sword for the US Read More