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A recent study revealed that while a majority of São Paulo residents view tourism positively, nearly half believe it contributes to rising local living costs.

The article features a discussion with economist Reinhilde Veugelers on Europe's competitiveness and the need for innovative approaches to enhance economic growth.

The APC chairman has announced a ₦100 million grant for Akwa Ibom State University to support research initiatives.

Lee Han-joo, chair of the Economic and Social Research Committee, reported assets worth 7.6 billion won, making him the wealthiest among current officials in the February asset disclosure.

The Nigerian government is encouraging universities and institutions to commercialize research to boost innovation and economic growth.

Economist Charles Manski has been awarded the BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge Award for his groundbreaking work on uncertainty in public policy research.

Meta has announced a significant $100 billion investment in artificial intelligence amidst market concerns of a potential economic bubble.

Recent nationwide research highlights the readiness of Greek medium-sized enterprises to adopt artificial intelligence technologies in their operations.

A study by Fundação Getulio Vargas shows that over 15% of residents in Amazonas have escaped poverty between 2022 and 2024, reflecting a national trend of economic improvement.

Lithuania allocates 3 million euros to attract foreign investments to improve research and development activities in specific regions.

A German economic publication discusses Chevron's entry into Greek waters for natural gas exploration, marking a new phase in energy research in the Mediterranean.

Marcel Fratzscher, the President of the German Institute for Economic Research, expects the German government to raise the VAT to 21 percent to fill budget gaps.

Private consumption in Mexico showed weak growth at the end of 2025 and the beginning of 2026, according to estimates from the National Institute of Statistics and Geography (Inegi).

A survey reveals that a significant portion of Estonians do not have a financial safety net for unexpected expenses, highlighting a pressing issue of financial insecurity.

The article discusses the current fluctuations in stock markets, comparing them to historical patterns observed in 2000, as analyzed by Deutsche Bank Research.

A discussion on the current state and economic potential of agentic artificial intelligence, emphasizing its material and infrastructural components rather than merely its intelligence.

A recent survey reveals that 78.1% of people in Brazil are either 'satisfied' or 'very satisfied' with their current jobs, marking the highest percentage since the inception of this question in 2025.

Italian politician Maurizio Casasco emphasizes the importance of investing in high technology, research, and innovation as part of an economic plan for Italy and Europe.

Research indicates that widening gaps between regions in South Korea are diminishing intergenerational economic mobility.

Canada faces a serious productivity problem, with growth stagnating over the past decade, prompting calls for a research-focused initiative to identify solutions.

A study from Siheung City found that the local currency 'Siru' positively impacts consumer spending and regional economic activation.

European media and research organizations are positively evaluating China’s economic performance as it meets predefined development goals amidst a complex international environment.

Recent doctoral research reveals that several northern municipalities, regional development organizations, and interest groups have publicly supported movements against the Sámi Parliament, influenced by underlying economic interests and identity politics.

The Seoul National University Law Research Institute will co-host the 2026 Winter Academic Conference and regular general meeting with the Korea Economic Law Association on February 5, 2026, focusing on key legal issues in economic law and commercial law amidst changes in market structure and economic order.

A recent Pew Research Center survey indicates that 52% of Americans believe the country's economic conditions have worsened due to President Donald Trump's policies, with a significant majority disapproving of his tariffs.

A new survey reveals that Greek small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) maintain a stable business climate and growth orientation despite facing significant external challenges.

A project by the Japanese government has successfully extracted mud containing rare earth elements from the seabed at a depth of approximately 5700 meters in the exclusive economic zone near Minami-Torishima using the research vessel 'Chikyu.'

Research by economists Gerhard Toews and Pierre-Louis Vézina indicates that human capital is crucial for long-term development and remarkably resilient, demonstrated through the experiences of educated elites exiled to Stalin's gulags.

According to the Leibniz Institute for Economic Research Halle (IWH), the number of company insolvencies has risen to its highest level in 20 years, with December seeing a 75% increase compared to the average from 2016 to 2019.

In 2024, unemployment costs in Germany reached 76.6 billion euros, marking a 12.6 percent increase from the previous year, the highest level since 2015, according to the Nuremberg Institute for Employment Research (IAB).

Monika Uhlerová, president of the Confederation of Trade Unions of Slovakia, claims that low company investments in research and development keep Slovakia trapped in a low-value-added economic model and contribute to low wages.