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Hong Kong, mainland China sign 'milestone' MOU on promoting digital economy
Hong Kong authorities have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with mainland China's top internet regulator to promote the digital economy, with the city's leader pledging to contribute to building a strong technological nation. The MOU was…
Opinion | Why securing Hong Kong's economic future is a cultural question
Hong Kong is navigating a period of significant economic transition. The city is seeing a surge in family offices. It is an offshore renminbi hub and has one of the world's most meaningful capital markets. However, it needs systemic change to…
Economic inequality is destroying our democracy
“We can either have democracy in this country, or we can have great wealth concentrated in the hands of a few. But we can't have both,” Supreme Court Justice Louis Brandeis once warned. His concerns have never been more relevant.
Unlocking the Economic Potential of Alaska Pollock: Exploring Its Impact on the US and Alaskan Economies
In a comprehensive new study, researchers have unveiled the significant economic contributions of Alaska pollock, shedding light on its vital role in both the U.S. and Alaskan economies. As one of the most harvested fish species in the world…
Lessons learned in '70s have made the US and world economies less vulnerable to oil shocks
WASHINGTON (AP) — The world economy is experiencing a disorienting flashback to the 1970s. Oil prices are once again surging in the wake of war in the Middle East, driving up the cost of gasoline, diesel and jet fuel and threatening a return…
GOP pivots to economy and tax refunds after Iran ceasefire
Whether that shift can break through remains an open question, particularly as economic headwinds tied to the war continue to ripple at home. Gas prices have surged more than 30% since the United States and Israel launched their military campaign…
What has Trump achieved in Iran? Economic chaos, NATO torn apart...
Donald Trump declared a 'total and complete victory' as the US agreed a two-week ceasefire with Iran on Wednesday, hours after he warned 'a whole civilisation' would die. The President rowed back on threats to take the country in 'one night' and…
Starmer should be toppled after economic damage, Burnham ally says
Sir Keir Starmer should be toppled as Prime Minister because of the damage his Government has caused to the economy, a key ally of Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham has said. Sacha Lord, who spent seven years as an adviser to Mr Burnham, declares in an…
Kryptonite to America's Economic Super Powers: Chokepoints
Few presidents have waged economic war as aggressively as Donald Trump. Yet twice now, other countries have effectively waged economic war against him. A year ago, Trump imposed steep tariffs on China, which then retaliated by restricting exports…
Why inflation is the economic problem of the decade
It increasingly looks as if the inflation problem that emerged five years ago wasn't a one-off event, but the defining economic challenge of the decade — and Americans don't like it one bit. The big picture: Price pressures were already…
Middle East war economic shock looms over IMF
IMF warns up to 45 million more people could face food insecurity if conflict continues The Middle East war's economic shock is overshadowing global finance talks as leaders gather in Washington this week for meetings hosted by the International…
Lessons learned in '70s have made US, world economies less vulnerable to oil shocks
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3 AI Stocks to Hold No Matter What Happens in the Economy
Amid the conflict in the Middle East, many investors are understandably confused about how to move forward. This is exacerbated by the current market environment. At 38, the Shiller P/E ratio is far above historical averages, and a massive decline…
Ceasefire brings some relief for Iranians but economic outlook remains grim
Tehran, Iran – More people in Iran are returning to work this week as a pause in fighting provides temporary respite from bombardment by the United States and Israel, but the economic outlook remains grim for most. In the network of narrow…
Cheong Wa Dae to hold economic review meeting on response to Mideast crisis
Cheong Wa Dae was set to convene an emergency economic review meeting Sunday with relevant ministries to coordinate responses to potential impacts from persisting tensions in the Middle East. Kim Yong-beom, presidential chief of staff for policy…
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