Economy

Have Economists Misunderstood Inflation? Inflation is a contentious topic in the field of economics, and discussions about changes in the rate of inflation have carried on for decades. While it is generally agreed that inflation has a significant role in...

Economists have come up with many ways to explain the power of a currency over time, from GDP measurements to relative purchasing power indices. One of the most popular measures of currency strength is the Big Mac Index. The...

China’s Ultra-Fast Economic Recovery: A Closer Look The hard-hitting global effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have been felt around the world. As economies took a plunge, many countries are still on the mend. Yet, some have managed to recover more...

Throughout history, Europe has been the epicenter for some of the most devastating wars ever seen. Over the centuries, wartime has had a massive effect on Europe's economy, and often left a lasting legacy of suffering, both physically and...

China’s Cities on the Verge of a Debt Crisis: Exploring the Causes and Solutions  As the world's second-largest economy, China has emerged as an economic superpower. However, the country is facing a new challenge: an impending debt crisis in its...

Measuring China’s true economic growth can be challenging because it is no longer possible to rely solely on official statistics. Understanding the country’s reported growth requires digging deeper into other sources of data to reveal a more accurate picture...

Why Commodities Shine In A Time of Stagflation The economic outlook for 2020 isn't particularly encouraging, with many countries facing a recession, deflation or even a period of stagflation. When the economy is in such a state of distress, many...

Is the Global Investment Boom Turning to Bust? The global investment boom that started in 2017 was one of optimism and expectations, with significant increases across multiple markets. But recently, reports have surfaced raising questions about whether or not the...

Business insights come in many shapes and sizes, from tips and trends to must-read reports and interviews. Keeping abreast of the constantly evolving business landscape—and forecasting the changes to come—is a daunting task, requiring disciplined effort and commitment. That’s...

Unrelenting Inflation: Will Price Pressures Ever Let Up? For many years, inflation has been a source of concern for families, businesses and governments across the globe. While the inflation rate has been fairly well contained in recent years, the global...