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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Economist: Trump has 4 options for the war in Iran - None are good

The Economist analyzes the shifting strategies of Donald Trump regarding the Iran conflict, indicating that the U.S. is caught in a war without a clear exit strategy.

Mar 23 • 09:09 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Possible Norwegian Interest Rate Hike: – Even an End to the War May Not Be Sufficient

Norwegian economist warns that if tensions and oil supply disruptions persist in the Middle East, interest rates may need to rise to combat inflation and manage oil prices.

Mar 23 • 05:24 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Star economist: Billionaires in Sweden have unreasonable privileges – a new tax is needed

Economist Gabriel Zucman argues that Swedish billionaires enjoy unfair tax privileges compared to the upper middle class.

Mar 22 • 19:17 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

American economist Sachs: US-Israeli aggression aims to establish dominance

American economist Jeffrey Sachs critiques the US and Israeli narrative regarding Iran, labeling the situation as a dominance-seeking war rather than a nuclear threat.

Mar 22 • 17:44 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

50 Years After the Coup: The Martínez de Hoz Plan Seen from the Inner Machinery

A recent book by Chilean economist Sebastián Edwards examines the critical aspects of economic policy under Chilean dictator Augusto Pinochet, contrasting it with the disarray of Argentina's economic policy during a similar dictatorship.

Mar 22 • 09:30 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

The Economist: The "Honey Moon" Period in Ukrainian and EU Relations Has Ended

The article discusses the growing tensions in Ukrainian-EU relations, highlighting conflicts over energy supply and Ukraine's EU membership aspirations.

Mar 22 • 06:12 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Javier Curcio: "This Government bets on human capital, but underfunds education and universities"

Economist Javier Curcio critiques the Argentine government's underfunding of education while proclaiming a commitment to human capital development.

Mar 22 • 03:01 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Pablo Goldin: "It is not profitable to reduce inflation in the peace of the cemeteries"

Economist Pablo Goldín discusses the current economic situation in Argentina, emphasizing the stagnation of disinflation and the challenges faced by the government of Javier Milei.

Mar 22 • 03:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Economist: Why the war in Iran still has a long way to go

The ongoing conflict in Iran represents two simultaneous wars: military strikes by the US and Israel, and an economic war led by Tehran against the global economy.

Mar 21 • 11:04 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
World

Russian economist: Putin will find money for the war

A former Russian economist discusses his decision to leave Russia and the current state of the economy amidst the ongoing war.

Mar 21 • 09:38 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Tinubu celebrates Tony Elumelu, hails Africapitalism vision

President Bola Tinubu congratulated economist Tony Elumelu on his birthday, highlighting his contributions to African entrepreneurship and his vision for Africapitalism.

Mar 21 • 09:17 UTC
🇱🇹 15min
National & Local

A new manipulation spreads: will Lithuania really be defended by just 500 shooters?

An internet user claims that, in the event of a Russian invasion, Lithuania will be defended by fewer than 500 volunteer troops, citing Russian media influenced by an article from The Economist.

Mar 21 • 08:17 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Dani Rodrik: "Trump is not just an economic risk; he is the greatest threat of our time"

Economist Dani Rodrik warns that Donald Trump's influence poses significant risks beyond economics, viewing him as a major threat in today’s political landscape.

Mar 21 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
World

The Economist Cover Mocks Trump's Military Action in Iran: 'Operation Blind Fury'

The British magazine 'The Economist' satirizes U.S. and Israeli military action against Iran on its cover this week, highlighting its implications for President Trump's leadership.

Mar 20 • 18:20 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"What is coming may be worse": an influential American economist predicts an economic crisis more severe than in 2008

Richard Bookstaber, a prominent American economist, warns that systemic tensions may lead to a financial crisis even worse than the 2008 subprime crisis.

Mar 20 • 18:08 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
World

According to The Economist: Will the war in the Middle East trigger a global recession?

The article discusses a report by The Economist considering the potential for the Middle East conflict to impact global economic stability, particularly through rising energy prices.

Mar 20 • 14:44 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

For 250 Years We Have Been Making the Same Mistakes That Adam Smith Warned Us About, Says a Professor of Economics

Economist Josef Šíma discusses the lasting relevance of Adam Smith's seminal work 'The Wealth of Nations' 250 years after its publication.

Mar 20 • 14:43 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

Economist: The government is trying to avert the shock of fuel price spikes and prevent a new economic crisis

The Latvian government is under pressure to implement short-term fiscal measures to mitigate the impact of rising fuel prices on households.

Mar 20 • 07:34 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
World

Prolonged high oil prices could ‘crimp’ AI boom, WTO warns

High oil prices due to the Middle East conflict may hinder the growth of the AI sector, as warned by the World Trade Organization's chief economist.

Mar 19 • 14:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Denník N
National & Local

Ivan Mikloš: When MOL and Slovnaft Buy Russian Oil, They Act Logically Because They Care About Profit. The Problem Is the Attitudes of Fico and Orbán

In an interview, Slovak economist Ivan Mikloš discusses the implications of oil prices, detailing government responses, regional price variations, and the controversies surrounding political figures like Fico and Orbán.

Mar 19 • 12:24 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Businesses anticipate a wage growth of 4.2%: – Could dampen the interest rate forecast, predicts economist

Businesses in Norway expect a wage growth of 4.2% in 2026, which may influence interest rate policies according to economic forecasts.

Mar 19 • 09:46 UTC
🇨🇿 Aktuálně.cz
National & Local

Next up are foodstuffs. Economist describes the impacts of the war in the Middle East

An economist warns that the ongoing conflict in the Middle East may lead to rising food prices and inflation, similar to the effects seen after Russia's invasion of Ukraine.

Mar 19 • 09:23 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Trump's ally warns that the US economy is not strong enough to support war with Iran

An economist appointed by Donald Trump warns that the US economy is too weak to handle oil prices at $100 per barrel amid rising consumer prices due to tensions with Iran.

Mar 19 • 09:00 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
World

The Worst Scenario? A World War. Economist Analyzes the Impact of the Conflict with Iran

This article discusses the potential global ramifications of rising tensions and conflict with Iran, as analyzed by an economist.

Mar 19 • 04:59 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Proper Use of the Idea of Marginal Cost

The article discusses the implications of marginal cost in a recent controversy involving Argentine economist Manuel Adorni and his wife traveling on a presidential plane.

Mar 18 • 21:32 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections in Bordeaux: The Pragmatic Ecologist Pierre Hurmic Goes from Favorite to Underdog in an Instant

The unexpected withdrawal of economist Philippe Dessertine has reshuffled the dynamics of the Bordeaux municipal elections, leaving incumbent ecologist Pierre Hurmic in a precarious position against Renaissance candidate Thomas Cazenave.

Mar 18 • 17:07 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Luminor's economist: making economic forecasts is difficult, our current choices will decide the future

Luminor's chief economist Lenno Uusküla highlighted the complexities of creating economic forecasts in the current climate, indicating potential growth but significant uncertainties ahead.

Mar 18 • 15:00 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Javier Milei and his measures, LIVE: The Government seeks to regain initiative in Congress and the President honors Adam Smith

The Argentine government, under President Javier Milei, is working to regain legislative control while commemorating economist Adam Smith, amidst a political scandal.

Mar 18 • 12:08 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Energy Crisis: "The government must make it clear to the people that not everything can remain the same"

Renowned economist Nicola Fuchs-Schündeln emphasizes the need for the German government to address economic growth and real everyday problems to curb the rise of populism amid the ongoing energy crisis.

Mar 18 • 11:51 UTC
🇪🇪 Postimees
National & Local

Luminor: Economic Growth is Clouded by Uncertainty, Growth Rate Determined by Consumer Decisions and Price Pressure

Luminor's chief economist warns that while Estonia's economy has returned to modest growth, various uncertainties could hinder significant recovery, with consumer behavior and policy decisions playing critical roles.

Mar 18 • 09:05 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Acemoglu and Sandel discuss how the financial market has detached from the productive world

Philosopher Michael J. Sandel and economist Daron Acemoglu discuss the implications of meritocracy and the disconnect between financial markets and the real economy.

Mar 18 • 07:00 UTC
🇨🇦 National Post
National & Local

Canada mortgage billionaire buys stake in The Economist magazine

Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith has acquired a minority stake in The Economist Group, initiating the first ownership change for the magazine in a decade.

Mar 17 • 21:17 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith acquires billion-dollar stake in The Economist

Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith has agreed to acquire a 26.9% stake in The Economist Group from Lady Lynn Forester de Rothschild, marking the first ownership change in a decade for the publisher of the renowned magazine.

Mar 17 • 17:02 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Economist: European inflation forecast may exceed two percent

Concerns about rising oil prices and general inflation are prompting interest rates to slowly increase ahead of the European Central Bank's upcoming meeting.

Mar 17 • 16:41 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith buys 27% stake in the Economist

Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith acquires a 27% stake in the Economist Group, marking a significant change in ownership in the publication's long history.

Mar 17 • 14:50 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith buys 26.9% of 'The Economist' magazine from the Rothschild family

Canadian billionaire Stephen Smith has acquired a 26.9% stake in The Economist magazine from the Rothschild family.

Mar 17 • 11:57 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Economist: The Survival Handbook of a Maoist in the Energy Crisis

The article discusses China's energy crisis, spurred by the war in Iran, as both a shock and a reinforcement of a long-standing strategic doctrine centered on self-sufficiency in energy resources.

Mar 17 • 11:55 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

How the Middle East War Impacted Argentina and What Will Happen to Oil Prices

The economist Fernando Marull discusses the effects of the ongoing Middle East war on Argentina's economy, particularly regarding inflation and fuel prices.

Mar 17 • 10:29 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

World-renowned economist on wealth tax: Denmark can do it much better

French economist Gabriel Zucman argues for the implementation of a wealth tax in Denmark to address growing economic inequality.

Mar 17 • 08:14 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

World-renowned economist: 'One must attack on all fronts. Income and inheritance taxes are not enough'

French economist Gabriel Zucman argues for a wealth tax as a crucial tool to combat rising economic inequality.

Mar 17 • 08:14 UTC
🇩🇰 Politiken
National & Local

World-renowned economist: "One must attack on all fronts. Income and inheritance tax are not enough"

French economist Gabriel Zucman argues that implementing a wealth tax is crucial to addressing growing economic inequality and ensuring a fairer tax system.

Mar 17 • 08:14 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Respected economist: The risk of the USA falling into recession is high

A Moody's chief economist warns that ongoing conflicts in Iran could push the U.S. economy into a recession, with current models indicating over a 50% risk if high oil prices persist.

Mar 17 • 07:17 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
National & Local

Americans are right about defense spending. NATO will never recognize Babiš's hospital, says economist Pavel

Economist Pavel critiques the Czech government's defense spending approach, highlighting discrepancies between reported figures and NATO standards.

Mar 17 • 06:46 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Simone Tagliapietra: 'Oil prices will rise, the release of reserves is not enough'

Economist Simone Tagliapietra argues that the release of oil reserves will not suffice to prevent future oil crises, emphasizing the need for diversification and renewable energy solutions.

Mar 17 • 00:00 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Deaths: Economist dedicated to understanding and combating racial inequality

Mário Lisboa Theodoro, a prominent Brazilian economist known for his contributions to discussions on racial inequality, has passed away.

Mar 16 • 19:43 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

"Grenades" around the "flag"

Nobel laureate economist Joseph E. Stiglitz discusses the impact of the Gulf War on the global economy, highlighting concerns from Greek citizens about inflation and economic measures taken by the government.

Mar 16 • 05:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

De Pablo commented on the 'Argentina Week' and analyzed the economic opening promoted by the Government

Economist Juan Carlos de Pablo discussed Argentina Week's focus on 'real investment' projects and the potential impacts of rising oil prices during an interview.

Mar 16 • 02:44 UTC
🇩🇰 Altinget
National & Local

Economist: Food checks for millionaires illustrate why wealth tax is necessary

An economist argues that providing food checks to millionaires demonstrates the necessity of a wealth tax in Denmark.

Mar 16 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇴 Aftenposten
National & Local

Proposes to distribute money to the public: – Will have a huge blow

Norwegian economist Jan Ludvig Andreassen warns of rising consumer prices due to increased oil prices and suggests that financial support for households may be necessary to mitigate the impact.

Mar 15 • 19:35 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
World

Economist: Gulf States May Become Involved in Iran War

The Economist warns that as the conflict over control of the Strait of Hormuz intensifies, Gulf states are at increasing risk of being drawn into the ongoing war in Iran.

Mar 15 • 19:00 UTC

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