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China is initiating a campaign to shift its cadre-appraisal metrics from pure GDP growth to a focus on social welfare and sustainability.

The Bank of Mexico has increased its growth forecast for the country's GDP to 1.6% for 2026, citing better-than-expected expansion in late 2025.

Argentine Minister Federico Sturzenegger suggests that a sustained decrease in country risk could lead to a long-term GDP increase of 13% over the baseline scenario.

The Czech Republic risks being labeled a 'villain' by NATO due to planned defense budget cuts below 2% of GDP, as reported by Politico.

Poland announces an increase in military spending almost reaching 5% of its GDP as a measure to counter threats from Russia.

Carlo De Ruvo, President of Confetra, emphasizes the importance of logistics in Italy's economy, urging investments in infrastructure and innovation at the Confederation's 80th anniversary assembly.

The Czech Republic's new budget proposal could lower defense spending below the NATO-agreed two percent of GDP, risking discontent from the USA and other NATO allies.

The Czech Republic faces the challenge of balancing budgetary constraints with NATO commitments as its new budget proposal reduces defense spending below the 2% GDP threshold, causing concern among NATO allies and the US.

India's economy is poised to potentially surpass Japan's, bolstered by its large population and younger demographic, as India's GDP approaches that of Japan's amid currency fluctuations.

The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development's report highlights unexpectedly strong GDP growth in the region, specifically in sub-Saharan Africa, amid external economic challenges.

Poland plans to invest a significant portion of its budget into defense, aiming for 5% of its GDP by 2025 to deter threats from Russia.

Czech politician Andrej Babiš asserts that the country's defense spending will not reach the suggested level of 3.5% of GDP.

The article discusses the controversy surrounding Canada's GDP per capita falling below that of Alabama, prompting debates about economic status versus moral superiority.

The IMF warns that the US national debt is set to reach 140% of GDP within five years if fiscal deficits are not reduced.

The Bank of Korea has revised its GDP growth forecast for the year to 2% while keeping interest rates steady at 2.50%, amid concerns over increasing economic polarization.

The Mexican economy has experienced stagnation over the past seven years, with a minimal GDP growth of only 0.6% in 2025 and an average growth of just 0.8% since 2018, leading to negative growth per capita.

The latest ERAB forecasts indicate an increase in Latvia's GDP growth for this year to 2.2%, along with similar upward adjustments for Estonia and Lithuania.

New data from Poland reveals that the economic costs of alcohol consumption range from 0.9% to 2.5% of GDP, amounting to significant figures that could exceed 100 billion PLN by 2026.

Alcohol consumption in Poland is estimated to cost the economy between 0.9% and 2.5% of GDP, raising alarm among local authorities.

The Bank of Korea has revised its economic growth forecast for the country from 1.8% to 2.0% for this year.

The Nigerian Minister of State for Finance emphasized the need for sustained annual economic growth of 10-12% to achieve a $1 trillion economy by 2036.

Mexico's economy could see a permanent 1.5-point increase in potential GDP if domestic content in exports rises by an additional 10%, according to Finance Secretary Edgar Amador.

Argentina is experiencing a significant economic growth with a projected GDP increase of 4.4% in 2025 following the shock therapy implemented by President Javier Milei.

Minister of State for Finance, Dr. Doris Uzoka-Anite, emphasizes the need for Nigeria to achieve 10-12% annual economic growth to hit the $1 trillion economy goal by 2035.

New data on Canada's economy is expected to provide insights into the impact of U.S. tariffs and the trade war for the year 2025, as uncertainty looms for 2026.

Mexico's GDP grew by 0.9% in the last quarter of 2025, continuing a trend of sluggish growth despite higher annual comparisons.

The article discusses concerns about Greece's tourism sector reliance and the need for economic diversification.

A podcast discusses Poland's ambition to surpass Great Britain in GDP per capita and the implications of recent US tariff adjustments.

The article discusses Poland's ambitious economic goals for the next decade and its strategies to catch up with the United Kingdom.

A viral blog post predicting dire economic consequences due to the rise of AI has led to a significant drop in stocks of several technology companies.

A viral blog post predicting dire economic outcomes due to the rise of artificial intelligence has caused significant drops in technology stock prices.

The Mexican economy grew by 1.8% in the fourth quarter of 2025, marking a notable recovery driven by the services sector and, particularly, a significant growth in the agricultural sector.

Italy's economic recovery is showing signs of improvement in consumer spending, although businesses are cautious due to international uncertainties.

Poland's economic growth is expected to slow down after 2026, prompting discussions on financial consolidation during favorable conditions.

Mexico's economy has decelerated for the fourth consecutive year, struggling with investment attraction and a growing budget deficit.

Nigeria's capital market has experienced a significant increase in total market capitalization, surging by 125 percent to over N123.93 trillion since April 2024.

Poland has overtaken Spain in terms of GDP per capita, reflecting significant economic growth driven by various structural reforms and demographic changes.

The article discusses Poland's economic growth trajectory relative to Spain, highlighting key factors, structural reforms, and demographic changes affecting both nations.

A report estimates that the reconstruction of Ukraine will cost approximately 588 billion dollars over the next decade, equivalent to three times Ukraine's GDP in 2025.

A new report indicates that Ukraine requires 588 billion dollars to rebuild after damage caused by the Russian invasion, nearly three times the country’s annual GDP.

Germany retains its position as the world's third-largest economy despite an ongoing economic slump, with a GDP of approximately $5.052 trillion in the previous year, surpassing Japan.

A parliamentary working group in Finland proposes a public sector deficit target of 2-2.5% of GDP by 2031, requiring significant fiscal adjustments amidst uncertainty.

European markets had a relatively good week, but Poland's market faced declines, heavily influenced by disappointing economic data from the U.S.

The US economic growth slowed in the last quarter of 2025 to 2.2%, with President Trump attributing this decline to the actions of opposition Democrats.

Wall Street begins the day with mixed results as investors digest slower-than-expected economic growth and persistent inflation in the US.

The US Supreme Court's halt on Trump-era tariffs boosts stock markets, despite disappointing GDP growth and inflation data.

The article discusses the slower-than-expected growth of the US GDP in the fourth quarter, attributed to factors including a government shutdown.

President Donald Trump claims that the recent government shutdown in the U.S. cost the national GDP at least two percentage points for 2025.

The US economy experienced a growth of 1.4 percent in the last quarter of 2025, which was lower than the anticipated 2.5 percent due to a prolonged government shutdown.

The US economy grew by 1.4% in the fourth quarter of 2025, significantly lower than expected, primarily due to a historic government shutdown and decreased consumer spending.