The U.S. economy, it seems, is displaying admirable vigour and stability. As confirmed by the Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) on 22nd January 2026, real GDP saw a splendid annualized growth of 4.4% in the third quarter of 2025. This is indeed an upgrade from the prior estimate of 4.3% and a noticeable acceleration from […]
The Indian rupee has plummeted to 91.58 against the US dollar, creating quite a stir in economic circles. This significant decline has many a financier and economist rather uneasy about the currency’s future trajectory. Several factors are at play here, including rising inflation, geopolitical tensions, and the inevitable fluctuations in global oil prices. Now, let […]
Minnesota’s Economic Blackout in Response to Immigration Crackdown Minnesota is poised for an unusual occurrence. On Friday, an economic blackout is scheduled, organised by a coalition of labor unions, community leaders, and faith groups. Their aim is to protest the heightened presence of federal immigration agents and to mourn the loss of Renee Good. Find […]
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has stirred quite the conversation with its recent World Economic Outlook, which was published on Monday, 19th January. The discourse centres on the potential threat posed to the global economy by a slowdown in artificial intelligence (AI). If the anticipated improvements in productivity sparked by AI prove overly optimistic, a […]
Debate within BRICS: A New Financial Dawn? The momentum within BRICS regarding alternative payment systems is palpable. Comprising Brazil, China, Russia, India, and South Africa, this bloc increasingly criticizes the petrodollar and explores gold, yuan, and blockchain avenues. Why, you ask? It’s due to a drop in the dollar’s global reserve share and the rise […]
markdown President Donald Trump recently stirred the international pot by declaring a 10% tariff on Denmark and seven other European nations, insisting it would remain until a deal for the absolute acquisition of Greenland was reached. This decision, affecting countries like Sweden, France, and Germany, threatens the harmony built over decades within NATO alliances, potentially […]
Restaurant Business image generated by AI Ah, TGI Fridays spent 2025 valiantly working its way out from the shadow of bankruptcy. The plan included trimming the debt and shutting unprofitable venues. Ray Blanchette, the CEO, has grand plans to propel the chain back to its former glory. He envisions expanding into new global markets using […]
On 13 January 2026, the rather esteemed Center for Economic Security and Opportunity (CESO) convened a gathering to ponder over the immigration landscape. It aimed to reflect on policy developments from the previous year. The event kicked off with a delightful fireside chat featuring Representative María Elvira Salazar (R-Fla.). This was gracefully moderated by Marcela […]
Managing the fine balance: AI sovereignty with global AI interoperability AI sovereignty, my dear reader, has become a pivotal issue in global competitiveness and security. As AI underpins essential infrastructure, drives industrial innovation, and fuels economic growth, nations and enterprises alike must tread carefully. Meanwhile, businesses extend their operations across borders, relying on international AI […]
Trump hails inflation as ‘defeated’, but data suggests otherwise Danielle Kaye New York business reporter Trump has declared that inflation is “defeated,” echoing his earlier expressions on social media. Today, he applauded fresh inflation data, which portrayed a moderate rise in price increases for December. However, a closer examination reveals a different story. Economists have […]
