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From ecosystems to economics: How Canada's conserved and protected areas contribute billions to the economy
In episode six we welcome national director of the Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society, Sandra Schwartz and CPAWS economic analyst, Jason Wong, lead author of the CPAWS white paper, Widely Enjoyed but Inadequately Valued: Understanding the…
The economic outlook of women's sports reached a tipping point this week
Welcome back to MoneyCall, The Athletic 's weekly sports business cheat sheet. Name-dropped today: Azzi Fudd, Rory McIlroy, Sen. Tammy Baldwin, Greg and Carrie Walton Penner, TPG, Dick Vitale, Candace Buckner, Toto Wolff and more. Let's go: A…
Trump administration prepares for pivot to economic warfare on Iran
WASHINGTON (AP) — If the U.S. and Iran aren't able to soon come to a deal to end the war or extend the ceasefire that expires next week, the Trump administration is setting the stage to shift its war campaign toward a more economic-focused…
How Sudan's Economic Collapse Creates an Opening for China
Sudan's prolonged civil war is a humanitarian disaster that's left 400,000 people dead and 11 million displaced. The conflict has crippled the country's economy, leaving some questioning the long-term viability of the state. This has created an…
Markets Are Too Blasé on War's Economic Toll, Policymakers Warn
The International Monetary Fund and World Bank are historically beacons of free trade, capitalism and financial market wisdom. But at their spring meetings, the emerging theme has a contrarian vibe: Investors are underestimating the economic damage…
Cruising provides a £147bn global economic boost, report says
The cruise industry provided a $199bn (£147bn) boost to the global economy in 2024, according to the latest data available on the sector's financial contribution. A report from the World Travel and Tourism Council (WTTC), Cruising for Impact…
US optimistic of deal with Iran as it increases economic pressure
The Trump administration expressed optimism on Wednesday about reaching a deal to end the war with Iran, while also warning of increasing economic pressure against Tehran if it remains defiant. SCROLL TO CONTINUE WITH CONTENT President Donald Trump…
US optimistic of deal with Iran as it increases economic pressure
A cleric walks near a residential building damaged by a strike on March 4, in Tehran, Iran, April 14, 2026. REUTERS/Thaier Al Sudani By Steve Holland, Humeyra Pamuk, Tala Ramadan and Elwely Elwelly WASHINGTON/DUBAI, April 15 (Reuters) - The Trump…
Reeves warns impact of Iran war on economy will persist once hostilities end
News from The City, market updates plus comment and analysis from our business desk I would like to be emailed about offers, event and updates from Evening Standard. Read our privacy notice. The impact of the Iran war on inflation and economic…
IMF Marks Down 2026 World Economic Outlook to 3.1%
The International Monetary Fund(IMF) has slightly marked down its 2026 world economic growth outlook after reflecting impacts brought on by the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran. In its latest World Economic Outlook report, released Tuesday, the IMF…
Mohamed El-Erian warns of 'sobering' global economic outlook as war rages
The global economy faces a laundry list of threats, and the war in the Middle East could worsen pretty much all of them, Mohamed El-Erian has warned. 'Reading between the lines, the message of today's IMF flagship report is sobering: Virtually…
Bank CEOs Agree on the Economy
JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon: 'The U.S. economy remained resilient in the quarter, with consumers still earning and spending and businesses still healthy.' Wells Fargo CEO Charlie Scharf: “While markets have been volatile, we still see continued…
New clamp down on economic abuse with banks urged to take action
Some of the UK's leading banks and financial services will meet with ministers next month to set out what they are doing to tackle economic abuse. Lucy Rigby, the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, has invited 20 organisations to the Treasury…
Japan's rising interest rates sign of 'healthy economy,' says IMF official
Japan's rising long-term interest rates are 'a sign of a healthy economy' resulting from the country's exit from long-standing deflation, senior International Monetary Fund (IMF) official Tobias Adrian has said. In a recent interview, Adrian…
U.S. economy is sagging with Iran war one major source of uncertainty for business, Fed's 'beige book' finds
Economic conditions across the country deteriorated as U.S. businesses pulled back from making major decisions due to uncertainty stemming from the war with Iran, according to the Federal Reserve's latest report on regional economies, known as the…
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