Economic Defense: Exploring Taiwan’s Strategies Against Potential Non-Military Threats US military officials and analysts have long sounded the alarm over China’s possible military intentions toward Taiwan. However, an insightful report released last Friday sheds light on nonmilitary threats that Beijing could potentially employ against the island. Nonmilitary Threats Unlike dramatic military invasions, economic and cyber […]
US Federal Reserve chairman Jerome Powell holds a press conference in Washington, DC, on September 18. Image courtesy of Mandel Ngan/AFP/Getty Images ### The Federal Reserve’s Upcoming Rate Decision In recent developments, the unexpected resilience of September’s jobs report suggests that the Federal Reserve might refrain from executing another significant interest rate cut in the […]
In recent times, tensions have been escalating in the Middle East, bringing a fresh wave of uncertainty to the global economy. This comes even as policymakers celebrate having tackled high inflation without pitching the world into a recession. For nearly a year now, Israel has found itself at loggerheads with Hamas in Gaza. The situation […]
BRICS is stirring turbulence for the US dollar reserves from every direction since the White House imposed sanctions on Russia in 2022. For two years, this coalition has been amassing gold and diversifying its central bank reserves with the precious metal. Over the past 18 months, central banks in developing nations have collectively procured 800 […]
Thousands of port workers from Maine to Texas went on strike early Tuesday morning, economists warn this could trigger nationwide shortages and higher prices for American consumers. Disruption and Economic Impact Experts expect the strike to cost the economy $5 billion a day, reports Fox News, potentially raising prices for American consumers. Already, some wholesale […]
The 75th Anniversary of the People’s Republic of China: A Milestone Amidst Global Turmoil The ongoing year marks the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China. On September 21, 1949, Mao Zedong proclaimed to the nation that “the Chinese people have stood up… Ours will no longer be a nation subject […]
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The recent discussion on the value of the US dollar has piqued curiosity, particularly after a 5% dip since its zenith in June. Indeed, as the Federal Reserve contemplates slashing its key interest rate, various factors come into play. It’s worthwhile to understand how this shift might affect your finances and investments, whilst pondering any […]
As the 2024 U.S. Presidential election draws near, a fresh UBS Investor Watch survey reveals a sharp divide among wealthy investors and business owners over which candidate would better manage the economy. Interestingly, 57% of investors plan to throw their weight behind Vice President Kamala Harris, while 43% lean towards former President Donald Trump. Meanwhile, […]
The stability of the global economy has been closely monitored, especially in light of the inflationary chaos experienced in recent years. According to the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD), a report released on Wednesday, titled “Turning the Corner,” foresees a 3.2% growth rate over the next two years. This refreshing development highlights several […]
