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Speech by Vice Chair Jefferson on the economic outlook and the labor market
Thank you for the warm welcome. It is an honor to speak here at the University of Detroit Mercy. I spent most of my career as an economics professor before joining the Board of Governors, so I feel right at home when I am back on a university…
The US Economy Is Replaying the 2000s, Not the 1970s
Kathryn Anne Edwards, Columnist When it comes to understanding the economy, the pull of the past is hard to ignore. Cause and consequence are difficult enough to parse in real time. How about predicting a sequence of events? Near impossible.
How the Iran War Will Upend the Global Economy
In late March, both Israel and Iran attacked gas fields in the Persian Gulf, the most dramatic escalation yet in the Iran war. By striking upstream energy infrastructure, the belligerents have ensured that the war will have global ramifications…
The Fat-Tailed Economics Of AI
Anthropic yesterday disclosed that their run-rate revenue has surpassed $30 billion. Basically, Anthropic seems to be adding its entire 2025 run-rate revenue every month now! Traditional software businesses thrive on the “law of large…
Matt Canavan's 'economic revolution' is little more than a populist mirage - and Australians would pay the price | Patrick Commins
Matt Canavan's “economic revolution” is a populist mirage masquerading as an answer to a generational challenge that will define our prosperity in the decades to come. That challenge is: how do we create a new economy that is more…
Why America's energy independence can't shield the economy from Iran war disruptions
When US President Donald Trump addressed the nation on April 1, he said the US is not reliant on oil through the Strait of Hormuz. It was a nod to an idea he's touted before—energy independence—but the reality is complicated. It does…
New Competitiveness Index Shows Maryland At 'Inflection Point' For Economy
ANNAPOLIS, Md. — A new report from the Maryland Chamber of Commerce paints a mixed picture of Maryland's economy, highlighting signs of progress alongside persistent challenges that, according to the report, continue to hold the state back.
Lebanon's economy minister seeks clarity on ceasefire 'mixed signals' as Israeli strikes continue
Lebanon's economy minister told CNBC it does not know whether it's part of the U.S. and Iran's two-week ceasefire deal. Pakistan said Lebanon was included in the agreement, but Israel said it was not. Iranian-allied Hezbollah targets in Lebanon…
The Iran War Brings a Silver Lining for China's Economy
Beijing won't shout about it, but the American and Israeli attacks on Iran stand to benefit President Xi Jinping — by helping fend off the specter of deflation. The conflict may do some of the Chinese central bank's work for it. Once a…
The Autonomy Economy Is Accelerating
In this episode of Motley Fool Money, Motley Fool contributors Tyler Crowe, Lou Whiteman, and Travis Hoium discuss: OpenAI attempting to pivot to monetization Investing opportunities in AI Autonomous taxi service Zoox starting commercial operations…
Metro Detroit small businesses weigh in on economy
Some Metro Detroit business owners are echoing the economic stress felt by entrepreneurs across the country. Driving the news: Confidence among American small-business owners fell for a second consecutive quarter, according to the recently released…
Nvidia Redefines The AI Economics (NASDAQ:NVDA)
Nvidia Corporation has evolved beyond a GPU play, now dictating AI infrastructure economics and capturing value across the stack. Recent NVDA bullishness is driven by catalysts like Rubin ramp visibility, sustained gross margins, and expanding…
Emerging economies at greater risk of high interest and currency shocks because of Iran war, says IMF
Emerging economies are at greater risk of higher interest rates and currency shocks resulting from the Iran war because of increased reliance on market investors such as hedge funds, the International Monetary Fund has warned. The IMF's analysis…
KDI: Middle East War Expands Downside Risks for South Korean Economy
A state-run think tank has warned that downside risks to South Korea's economy are increasing due to the war in the Middle East. In the April issue of its monthly economic trends report released Tuesday, the Korea Development Institute(KDI)…
Iran Could Be The Tipping Point For The Consumer-Led Economy
Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East remain a primary investor focus, with direct implications for global energy and commodity prices. Private credit markets are also under increasing scrutiny, especially following recent issues at Blue Owl…
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