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Cannes Lions 2026: It Was Hot. The Creator Economy Was Hotter
CANNES, FRANCE - JUNE 22: Arthur Sadoun, Maurice Lévy and Suzanne Vranica speak onstage during the Celebrating Creativity Made in France talk during Day 1 of Cannes Lions 2026 on June 22, 2026 in Cannes, France. (Photo by Shane Anthony…
Burnham to pledge 'circuit-breaker' for Britain in devolution and economy speech
Get our award-winning daily news email featuring exclusive stories, opinion and expert analysis I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. Labour leadership frontrunner Andy Burnham…
BIS warns 'pressure points' putting global economy at risk
The Bank for International Settlements warned Sunday of multiple “pressure points” in the global economy, from inflation fuelled by the Middle East war to fears of cooling AI investments, threatening financial stability. In its annual…
The budget could add another Townsville to the economy. Here's how
While the CGT changes have attracted most of the attention over recent weeks, the budget also contained a bunch of productivity-enhancing reforms that will make life easier for businesses operating across multiple states. According to the Treasury…
Understanding the structural collapse of South Africa's sub-national economy
The structural collapse of South Africa's sub-national economy is a complex issue that intertwines local governance failures with macroeconomic policies. By analysing this crisis through the Lehohla Ledger Oscilloscope, we uncover the critical…
Burnham set to announce economic vision for the country in first major speech
Andy Burnham is set to outline his economic agenda in his first major speech since returning to Westminster, as prepares to become prime minister in the weeks ahead. The former mayor of Manchester, who will almost certainly replace Sir Keir Starmer…
Debt, AI boom and economic fragilities raise global risks, BIS says
Debt strains, inflation, AI uncertainty and financial vulnerabilities pose pressures for the global economy, the Bank for International Settlements says. Higher inflation expectations could become entrenched despite an Iran ceasefire, BIS says in a…
Rising cost of insuring against climate crisis will have wider knock-on effects for UK economy | Heather Stewart
Anyone attempting to notch up a productive day's work in the searing heat of southern England this last week was left in little doubt about the impact of extreme weather. But the economic effects of the climate crisis for the UK are not confined to…
Farm aid set to reach record as Washington deepens support for rural economy (S_1:COM:Commodity)
Federal aid is expected to boost farm income and stabilize farm finances for many producers under economic strain. Some economists argue aid distorts markets by encouraging continued overproduction despite low prices, reducing the incentive for…
Economic pessimism has set in - but there are reasons for Australians to be hopeful
Feeling gloomy about the future? You're not alone. New data shows economic pessimism is growing in Australia, and the implications reach far beyond the hip pocket. The latest Lowy Institute poll shows a sharp decline in economic optimism, with just…
Edinburgh festivals in new 'complacency' warning as full economic impact is revealed
The new figures are based on the four million strong combined audience for events including the Edinburgh International Festival, the Fringe, the Tattoo, Hogmanay festival, and the city's celebrations of books, jazz, film, science and last year.
Building the scaffolding for Africa's creative economy to thrive to the global stage
While discussions often centre on high-cost, tech-heavy industries, Africa's creative industries are quietly booming, offering millions of jobs for the continent's rapidly growing youth population. Discussions about Africa's economic growth usually…
Putin addresses party conference with vows on security economy and elections
Russian President Vladimir Putin addressed the convention of his ‘United Russia' political party in Moscow on Sunday and gave a sweeping speech that touched on national development, Western pressure, and global instability. The convention…
Sanjaya Baru writes | It's time to resume the India-China strategic economic dialogue
With the recent improvement in India-China bilateral relations, there have been several interactions at the military, security and diplomatic levels. There is an urgent need for a resumption of a meaningful and focused economic security dialogue.
Blaming migrants ignores the real causes of South Africa's economic crisis
The emergence of the March and March movement, calls for the mass deportation of undocumented migrants by 30 June 2026, growing anti-immigrant violence, and the repatriation of foreign nationals by several African governments have pushed…
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