Economics

Trump’s Tariff Playbook: Unraveling North American And Global Trade Dynamics

The recent announcement by President Donald Trump to impose sweeping tariff measures marks a turning point in U.S. trade policy. Under this plan, a 25% tariff will be levied on
Published on February 28, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Beyond Subsidies: Charting China’s Shift From Short-Term Stimulus To Structural Consumer Renewal

Recent observations reveal a marked shift in consumer behavior across China. Take, for example, the case of Coco Wen—a young professional who once celebrated her birthday with lavish dining but
Published on February 28, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

USAID: A Vital Source Under Threat For These Countries

The possibility of the United States halting its extensive foreign assistance program has sparked significant concern among nations that depend on this funding for survival and development. With USAID at
Published on February 27, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Steel Tariffs, Global Trade, And The Pressure On China’s Steel Transshipment

U.S. President Donald Trump’s imposition of a 25% steel duty has sent shockwaves through global supply chains. The new tariffs are set to disrupt established steel transshipment routes that have
Published on February 27, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Rift Over Semiconductor Strategy: China’s Claim That Taiwan Is Handing Over Its Chip Industry to the U.S.

China’s recent assertion that Taiwan is set to “give away” its semiconductor industry to the United States has ignited a firestorm of geopolitical debate. Beijing’s claim centers on allegations that
Published on February 26, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Europe’s New Bond Wave For Defence: A Closer Look

Recent signals in European bond markets indicate that investors are increasingly anticipating a fresh wave of joint borrowing to finance a significant boost in defence spending. As European governments explore
Published on February 26, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Russian Retail Landscape Redefined: Western Brands Confront A New Era

After years of withdrawal, the Russian market now presents a vastly different competitive arena. The exit of many Western brands during the height of geopolitical tensions has left a void
Published on February 26, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

CICC-Galaxy Securities Merger: A New Chapter In China’s Brokerage Landscape

State-owned China International Capital Corp (CICC) is set to merge with China Galaxy Securities in a deal executed via a share swap. This strategic move will combine the assets of
Published on February 26, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Bundesbank suffer losses for the first time since 1979

By the end of 2024, the Bundesbank (Germany's Federal Bank) reported losses amounting to €19.2 billion, based on its statements. The German regulatory authority experienced financial losses for the first…
Published on February 26, 2025
By Iris Barker

Crypto’s Biggest Heists: The Ripple Effects Of Bybit’s $1.5 Billion Theft

The cryptocurrency world has been rocked by the recent Bybit hack, in which hackers made off with $1.5 billion in ether tokens from a supposedly secure cold wallet. This record-breaking
Published on February 25, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Britain and India resume talks on free trade agreement

Britain and India restarted discussions on a free trade agreement on Monday, as stated in a joint announcement by the two nations released on the British government's website.
Published on February 25, 2025
By Iris Barker

Trump’s Reciprocal Tariffs: Strains On EU Unity And Trade Dynamics

Within the European Union, trade surpluses are unevenly distributed. Germany and Italy, for instance, contribute the lion’s share of the bloc’s overall surplus with the United States, while many smaller
Published on February 23, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

EU Red Tape Revision: Redefining Sustainability Reporting For Competitiveness

The European Commission has embarked on a significant policy shift by reducing the sustainability reporting thresholds imposed on companies. This decision is positioned as an effort to cut red tape
Published on February 23, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Trade Policies, Spending Cuts, And The Stalling Of U.S. Business Activity: Implications For Inflation And Growth

Recent shifts in U.S. business activity have sparked considerable concern among market participants. Following a series of tariff hikes on steel and aluminum, the U.S. economy has witnessed a measurable
Published on February 23, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Trump’s 10% Oil Tariff: Reshaping Global Energy Trade

A proposed 10% tariff on Canadian and Latin American heavy crude is stirring considerable debate across the global energy sector. With estimates suggesting that foreign producers could lose around $10
Published on February 22, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Bloomberg: G7 countries will refuse to tighten Russian oil prices cap

The G7 nations declined the proposal to tighten the price cap on Russian oil In the upcoming communiqué marking the third anniversary of the onset of the Russian military operation,…
Published on February 21, 2025
By Iris Barker

Japanese economy hits stagnation

As per the findings of 2024, Japan's GDP increased by just 0.1%, based on the information from the country's Cabinet of Ministers. This is significantly worse than the outcome of…
Published on February 17, 2025
By Iris Barker

Unpacking Japan’s Surprising GDP Surge

Japan’s economy delivered an unexpected boost in the fourth quarter of last year, with GDP expanding at an annualized rate of 2.8%—a figure that far surpassed the forecasted 1.0%. This
Published on February 17, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Redefining Homeownership: Australia’s New Ban On Foreign Buyers

Australia’s latest move to ban foreign investors from purchasing existing homes has stirred vigorous debate across the nation. Announced as a two‐year restriction beginning in April 2025, the measure is
Published on February 16, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Trump’s Federal Downsizing Blueprint: A New Era In Public Sector Restructuring

In the early days of his second term, President Donald Trump embarked on a sweeping effort to reshape the federal workforce. His administration, determined to cut what it described as
Published on February 14, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

EU Reaction To U.S. Tariffs: Defending A Low-Tariff Legacy

In recent months, a new chapter in transatlantic trade tensions has unfolded. In response to U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed reciprocal trade policy—aimed at matching U.S. tariffs to those imposed
Published on February 14, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Reconfiguring The Auto Industry: Lessons From Nissan And Honda’s Aborted Merger

In recent years, the global auto industry has experienced unprecedented disruptions as emerging technologies, shifting consumer demands, and international trade tensions force legacy companies to reevaluate their strategies. One of
Published on February 13, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Modi’s Visit To Washington: Counterbalancing Trump’s Trade Tactics

In a dramatic display of global economic recalibration, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s recent visit to the United States has taken center stage in discussions about international trade and diplomatic
Published on February 13, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Energy Geopolitics: Navigating The Complex Landscape Of Global Power Dynamics

In a recent development, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has signaled a willingness to collaborate with the United States to supply rare earth minerals, essential components in various high-tech industries. This
Published on February 12, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

The Ripple Effect: Analyzing the Global Implications of Recent U.S. Tariff Policies

In recent developments, the United States has announced significant tariff impositions, marking a pivotal shift in its trade policy. These measures have far-reaching consequences, not only for the U.S. economy
Published on February 12, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

8 thousand gold bars are withdrawn from the Bank of England due to growing demand

Since late 2024, traders have taken out roughly 8 thousand gold bars from the Bank of England, worrying about the impact of US President Donald Trump's foreign policy, reports The…
Published on February 10, 2025
By Iris Barker

Reciprocal Tariffs: A Strategic Trade Policy Or A Risky Economic Gamble?

In recent years, trade policies have become a focal point of international economic discussions. A notable instance is Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s proposal to the United States, offering access to
Published on February 9, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Geopolitical Shifts In The Middle East: Evaluating Economic Prospects Amid Uncertainty

The Middle East has long been a focal point of geopolitical tensions, but recent developments have ushered in a wave of optimism among international investors. Political transformations, such as the
Published on February 9, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Global Aid Crisis: Trump’s 90-Day U.S. Foreign Aid Freeze Disrupts Humanitarian Efforts Worldwide

On January 20, 2025, President Donald Trump enacted a 90-day suspension of U.S. foreign aid, a decision that has led to significant disruptions in critical humanitarian programs worldwide. Despite assurances
Published on February 9, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

New Zealand’s Investor Visa Reforms: A Bold Step Toward Economic Reviva”

New Zealand’s center-right government has announced significant reforms to its investor visa policies, aiming to attract foreign investors and stimulate economic growth. Effective April 1, the investor visa category will
Published on February 9, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

The Dismantling of USAID: An Analytical Examination of U.S. Foreign Aid Policy Shifts

The Trump administration’s recent actions to significantly reduce and restructure American foreign aid, particularly through the dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), represent a profound shift in
Published on February 7, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Reserve Bank Of India’s Repo Rate Cut: Navigating The Tightrope Between Growth & Inflation

In a significant policy shift, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reduced its benchmark repo rate by 25 basis points to 6.25%, marking the first such cut in nearly
Published on February 7, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Anticipation of duties result in increased imports into the U.S. from China, the EU and Mexico

The US foreign trade deficit for 2024 increased by 17% to $918.4 billion, the highest level since 2021, driven by a surge in imports leading up to the presidential election…
Published on February 6, 2025
By Iris Barker

Geopolitical Shifts And Strategic Realignments In OPEC+

OPEC+ remains a pivotal entity in shaping the global oil market, with decisions that echo beyond crude prices, impacting geopolitical relationships, economic stability, and global trade. The recent meeting of
Published on February 4, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

US Trade Tariffs As Instruments Of Border Security And Crime Control: An Analytical Perspective

In a strategic maneuver intertwining trade policy with national security concerns, President Donald Trump has temporarily suspended the imposition of 25% tariffs on Mexico and Canada, contingent upon their commitments
Published on February 4, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

EU producers call for higher duties on Russian fertilizers

European fertilizer manufacturers are urging the European Commission (EC) to raise tariffs on goods from Russia, as the existing duties are not effective, according to the Financial Times. They believe…
Published on February 2, 2025
By Iris Barker

Japan Rethinks Energy Strategy As China’s DeepSseek Redefines AI’s Power Needs

The emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup, has sparked a global reassessment of artificial intelligence’s energy requirements. Traditionally, AI has been associated with high power consumption due to its
Published on January 31, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

US Fed’s Current Stance on Interest Rates and Its Impact on the U.S. Economy

The U.S. Federal Reserve’s decision to hold interest rates steady at 4.25%-4.50% reflects a crucial moment in the ongoing balancing act between controlling inflation and supporting economic growth. While macroeconomic
Published on January 30, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

EU signs comprehensive partnership treaty with Jordan

The European Union (EU) and Jordan have agreed to a strategic and comprehensive partnership agreement.
Published on January 30, 2025
By Iris Barker

Reevaluating U.S. Foreign Aid: Implications Of The Trump Administration’s Policy Shift

In January 2025, the Trump administration initiated a comprehensive reassessment of U.S. foreign aid, implementing a 90-day suspension of development assistance programs. This decision has significant implications for global health
Published on January 29, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Ray Dalio compares the hype around artificial intelligence to the dot-com bubble

Billionaire investor Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, the world’s largest hedge fund, told the Financial Times that U.S. market stocks are in a situation akin to the earlier collapse…
Published on January 29, 2025
By Iris Barker

Rise Of Cost-Efficient AI: DeepSeek’s Disruption Of Global Tech Markets

The global technology sector experienced a seismic shift with the emergence of DeepSeek, a Chinese AI startup that developed a cost-efficient artificial intelligence model. This innovation challenges the long-standing dominance
Published on January 28, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Impact Of Policy Reversals In U.S. Military Reforms

The series of executive orders signed by former President Donald Trump marks a pivotal shift in U.S. military policies, with far-reaching implications for diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), transgender rights,
Published on January 28, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Denmark to allocate $2.05B to strengthen military presence in the Arctic

The Danish government has reached an agreement with parliamentary parties to enhance military deployment in the Arctic. 14.6 billion kroner ($2.05 billion) will be designated to this end, according to…
Published on January 28, 2025
By Iris Barker

Navigating The Bull Market: The Rising Significance Of Gold As A Hedge Against Market Uncertainty

In a week marked by significant developments in the technology sector, major players such as Alphabet and Meta have unveiled ambitious plans that could reshape the industry’s landscape. These announcements
Published on January 27, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Analyzing China’s Industrial Profit Decline: Broader Economic Implications

China’s industrial firms recorded their third consecutive annual decline in profits in 2024, highlighting significant structural and external challenges. Despite achieving a 5% GDP growth rate through aggressive government stimulus,
Published on January 27, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Trump Administration’s Foreign Aid Freeze: A Strategic Realignment Or Humanitarian Setback?

In a decisive move reflecting President Donald Trump’s “America First” policy, the U.S. State Department has issued a comprehensive “stop-work” order on existing foreign assistance programs and halted the initiation
Published on January 25, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Hedge Fund Growth In 2024: A Resurgence Amidst Strategic Shifts And Market Volatility

The hedge fund industry concluded 2024 on a high note, reaching $4.51 trillion in assets under management (AUM), a 9.75% increase from the previous year. This growth, the strongest since
Published on January 25, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Revolutionizing U.S. Digital Asset Policy: The Road Ahead For Cryptocurrencies

In a groundbreaking move, President Donald Trump issued an executive order on January 2025 aimed at redefining the future of digital assets in the United States. The order establishes a
Published on January 24, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh

Japan’s Monetary Policy Shift: A Strategic Response To Global Economic Dynamics

In January 2025, the Bank of Japan (BOJ) implemented a significant policy change by raising its short-term interest rate from 0.25% to 0.5%, marking the highest level in 17 years.
Published on January 24, 2025
By Debdutta Ghosh