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The myth of the post-industrial economy
The cancellation of Donald Trump's tariffs cannot stop what is a painful, but potentially gainful, reindustrialisation of America. Leadership across both parties – excluding the libertarian fringe on the right and the socialists on the far…
IMF discusses economic outlook with multinationals
KARACHI: The visiting International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission engaged with foreign multinationals to discuss Pakistan's macroeconomic stability, future economic outlook, export-led growth, taxation measures, and the perspectives of foreign…
Mixed 2025 for food giants amid economic strain
KARACHI: Amid rising concerns over consumers' falling purchasing power and 44.7 per cent of people living below the national poverty line as per the World Bank threshold, the foreign and local manufacturers of food products enjoyed quite a stable…
Economic Sentiment Belies Strong Economic Estimates
Economic growth metrics for the United States have recently shown surprising resilience; however, consumers' economic sentiment has not. According to the Bureau of Economic Analysis's advance estimate, real Gross Domestic Product expanded at an…
How the attack on Iran could impact the global oil market and economy
The U.S.-Israeli attack on Iran raises the risk that the Islamic Republic could try to make the Strait of Hormuz unsafe for commercial traffic in retaliation. About a third of seaborne oil exports and 20% of liquid natural gas exports pass through…
Strong M'sia-China ties to boost economic growth
KUALA LUMPUR: China's high-level reforms and growing openness are set to create new opportunities for Malaysia-China economic cooperation, says Chinese Embassy in Malaysia charge d'affaires Zheng Xuefang. He said the launch of China's 15th…
What the Iran Conflict Means for the Global Economy
Analysts expect the attacks to create global economic shockwaves—threatening to drive up inflation and derail central-bank policies—with the ultimate impact hinging on the conflict's scale and duration. While regional economies will…
Trump's attack on Iran's regime is an attack on China's economic supremacy
Promises made, promises kept: although President Donald Trump waited only nine days instead of the 10 he told Iran that he would give the regime to acquiesce to American demands in a nuclear weapons deal, the president followed through with his…
Budget debate: economic strategy, or 'stroke of luck'?
The 2026-27 Budget goes to the MPs (File photograph by Akil Simmons) The Opposition and Government traded barbs in the House of Assembly over the island's economic health throughout a protracted debate over the 2026-27 Budget. Jason Hayward, the…
How the Creator Economy Has Changed Marketing and 'Democratized the Launch of Consumer Products'
On the latest episode of Variety ‘s “ Strictly Business ” podcast, Bill O'Dowd, founder and CEO of Dolphin Entertainment, offers a deep dive into the art and science of the creator economy. The leader of the parent company of…
OOPS! New Axios Report Just Kneecapped the Media's 'K-Shaped Economy' Narrative
One of the most exhausted methods employed by the media to tear into the Trump second-term economy has been to whip out the narrative that it is “K-shaped” -- wealthy Americans propping up consumer spending while poorer consumers…
How the 'K-shaped' economy is showing up at two big U.S. gyms
Life Time and Planet Fitness both reported strong growth, but their results highlighted a widening divide in consumer spending habits. Life Time's revenue jumped 12% as higher-income members paid higher dues and spent more on premium services like…
Gov't reviews economic impact of Iran crisis, checks readiness to release oil reserves
The industry ministry said Sunday it is preparing for all contingencies, including a possible closure of the Strait of Hormuz, amid escalating tensions surrounding Iran, adding the impact on shipping logistics currently remains limited. The…
EPF 6.15% dividend reflects stable and healthy economic trajectory, says Loke
KUALA LUMPUR: The Employees Provident Fund's (EPF) 6.15% dividend declaration reflects Malaysia's stable and healthy economic trajectory, says Transport Minister Anthony Loke. He noted that the EPF has delivered returns above 6% for two consecutive…
Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond (28th February) - Economy Class & Beyond
Its the end of February… if you like it or not. As preapre to enter the third month of the year, it's time to look back on the headlines and articles I've written last week in Last Week at Economy Class and Beyond. Look into the bowl of Pho…
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