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Voters will judge Trump on the economy - how is it doing?
Archie Mitchell Business reporter Donald Trump once predicted the US-Israeli war in Iran would last no longer than six weeks. It has now entered its third month. The conflict has caused a global energy shock on a par with the oil crises of the…
Investment or waste? How the M4 relief road plan for Newport sums up Wales's economic quandary
It is afternoon rush hour on the M4 and drivers are yet again making slow progress around the city of Newport, often seen as the gateway to south Wales given its location between Cardiff and Bristol. Cars and lorries are stuck in gridlocked traffic…
Europe's economic emergency
STOCKHOLM—Judging by what one sees coming out of all the European Union's various meetings—at the European Council, the European Commission's offices, and elsewhere—the bloc's limited bandwidth is obvious. There are simply too…
The Economics of Using AI to Churn Out Code Are Looking Worse Than Ever
Can't-miss innovations from the bleeding edge of science and tech In theory, using an AI model to churn out a bunch of code for your software company sounds like an awesome idea. A ruthless boss can cut down their workforce and save on paying their…
Prices surge, jobs disappear as war strains Iran's economy
Tehran, Iran – Prices are surging in Iran, and millions of jobs have been lost or are on pause as the war with the US and Israel causes escalating economic damage. Food and medicine, cars, electrical devices and petrochemical products are…
Fed whisperer splits on Powell: A+ as steward, but 'I don't think you could give him high marks on the economy'
After 30 minutes of fielding questions, Jerome Powell put his glasses in his suit pocket, told reporters “I won't see you next time,” and walked out of his 66th and final press conference as Federal Reserve chair on Wednesday. He…
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (2nd May) - Economy Class & Beyond
It's the first of two bank holiday weekends, where Mondays off are a thing, and the DIY shops will no doubt be flooded. But it's also Saturday, so it must be time for Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Tooling towards Old Turn Junction for the…
Can the 'blue economy' deliver on its promise? Investors are starting see the ocean as an asset worth protecting
The term “blue economy” has been circulated among environmental commentators for years—usually meaning whatever the speaker wants it to mean. For some, it's about sustainable fisheries and marine protected areas. For others…
AI spending is the only thing from keeping the US economy from falling off a cliff
The only thing keeping the US economy from falling off a cliff is AI spending: Without it, the nation's growth numbers would be in the toilet, dragged down by an Iran war that's goosing gasoline prices and sending US consumers straight to the poor…
Energy security and economy still depend on oil
In recent years, the world has witnesses record investment in environmentally friendly renewable energy, rapid advances in battery technology and ambitious net‑zero commitments, all supported by sharply falling costs. Yet, the events of…
Malaysia's East Coast rail promises bigger economic pie for Pahang, but questions remain
– Outside cafe Kula Cakes, a queue forms on a sidewalk in Jalan Besar in Kuantan's old town as customers – many from outside Pahang – wait for a slice of its mango cheesecake, even on a sweltering Thursday afternoon. For its…
Knowledge Nugget | Nirav Modi, Vijay Mallya among 21 FEOs: What is a Fugitive Economic Offender?
— However, the report added, decisions to declare diamond trader Mehul Choksi, Islamic preacher Zakir Naik, and Mahadev app promoters Sourabh Chandrakar and Ravi Uppal as FEOs under the Fugitive Economic Offenders Act (FEOA) remain sub…
Mumbai-Pune Expressway Missing Link to support economic growth: CII
The Mumbai–Pune Expressway Missing Link project, opened to public on Friday would reduce travel time and strengthen Maharashtra's industrial ecosystem said Deepak Garg, Chairman, CII Maharashtra. It is called the “Missing Link”…
India needs supply chain security framework like China, US: Chief Economic Advisor V Anantha Nageswaran
3 min read New Delhi Make us preferred source on Google India needs its own “answer” to Chinese and American laws that secure their supply chains and inward investments, Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V Anantha Nageswaran said on…
MP says a 'vital' railway station will boost the economy - but it's facing opposition
A new railway station in Monmouthshire, specifically a Magor and Undy, is set to be built as part of a £445m UK Government investment package to transform Welsh rail, announced in February 2026. Besides Magor and Undy, the investment includes…
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