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Labour's economic mismanagement is stifling Britain's building boom
Steve Reed, Labour's newish housing minister, has certainly brought fresh energy to the role. This has even extended to waving Maga-style caps with Trump-like calls to “build, baby, build!” But while it is still early days, little has…
Attempt to add economic growth to Guernsey States plan - BBC News
A Guernsey politician has proposed making economic growth a 'golden thread' throughout the States priorities during the next four years. Deputy Haley Camp is set to lodge an amendment to force a focus on developing the economy in the government…
Opinion | How Hong Kong's AI IPO surge plays into China's economic strategy
Hong Kong has started 2026 with a wave of IPOs driven by artificial intelligence (AI), led by the recent listing of Chinese chipmaker Biren Technology. Beyond the revival of market activity, the surge points to a clearer strategic direction. China…
What would the British economy look like with net-zero migration?
Last September, shadow justice secretary Robert Jenrick set the highest of bars for British migration policy, vaulting past both Labour and Reform UK. Sir Keir Starmer's Government is merely trying to tighten the screws on new arrivals, while Nigel…
Trump move for Venezuela's resources likely to weaken economic might of US | Heather Stewart
The word “loot” entered the English language from Hindi in the late 18th century, as the rapacious East India Company plundered its way across the subcontinent. It was a trading company, not a state – but it had the imprimatur…
Experts warn of economic impact of a US acquisition of Greenland
As US President Donald Trump sharpens his interest in acquiring Greenland, experts warned an American annexation attempt could carry heavy economic consequences for Europe. A US military takeover would dent consumer and business confidence on the…
Cuba's economy in jeopardy as Trump cuts off Venezuelan oil supply
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — President Donald Trump on Sunday fired off another warning to the government of Cuba as the close ally of Venezuela braces for potential widespread unrest after Nicolás Maduro was deposed as Venezuela's…
Rowan Chamber to kick off 2026 with Economic Outlook at Power in Partnership Breakfast - Salisbury Post
The Rowan Chamber of Commerce will kick off the new year with a 2026 Economic Outlook at its January Power in Partnership (PIP) Breakfast, offering local business leaders timely insights into the economic trends shaping Rowan County. The breakfast…
IMF forecasts global economic expansion to remain close to 3% in 2026
The International Monetary Fund has released its latest global economic projections, painting a picture of modest but steady growth ahead. World leaders and financial markets are closely watching these forecasts as they navigate an increasingly…
The G20 was built to stabilise the world's economy - but it's failed on climate, debt and inequality
The Group of Twenty (G20) emerged from the financial turmoil that followed the collapse of the Thai currency in 1997, which rapidly spread financial instability from Thailand to the rest of Asia. At that time, the finance ministers and central bank…
India looks at 'graded' opening of economy to China, easing curbs
Officials say the approach under discussion would be incremental rather than sweeping. India has already eased the business visa process for Chinese workers, and the government is now examining whether some investment-related restrictions could…
Wine bar announces closure after 2 years - 'UK economy is an absolute bin fire'
A popular wine bar has shut its doors A popular wine bar shut its doors after nearly two years in business, with its owners blaming the harsh realities facing the UK hospitality sector. Paul's of Pershore in Pershore, Worcester officially closed…
Moving rapidly towards becoming world's third-largest economy, says PM Modi
India is moving rapidly towards becoming the world's third-largest economy, with the global expectations increasingly centred on the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, speaking at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference in Rajkot on Sunday…
Two economies, one island
A comment often quoted by the late Stephen Hawking, Lucasian professor of Mathematics at the University of Cambridge, captures a risk that extends well beyond physics and into public policy: “The greatest enemy of knowledge is not ignorance…
Thai reformist party pledges to revive 'Fifth Tiger' economy as election nears
BANGKOK - The People's Party, whose predecessor won Thailand's last election, pledged to form a “government of change” as it set out sweeping reforms and plans to remedy the country's ailing economy. The party, backed largely by young…
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