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๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

FT: Expert warns of a significant inflation spike

A prolonged war in the Middle East could lead to a significant spike in inflation across the Eurozone, according to Philip Lane, the chief economist of the European Central Bank.

Mar 3 โ€ข 08:24 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Business Ticker: ECB Chief Economist Warns of Inflation Surge

ECB Chief Economist Philip Lane warns that a prolonged conflict in the Middle East could lead to inflationary pressures in the Eurozone, affecting the economy negatively.

Mar 3 โ€ข 07:36 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ท To Vima
National & Local

ECB Warning on Inflation and GDP โ€“ The Duration of the War in the Middle East is Key

The European Central Bank's chief economist warns that a prolonged conflict in the Middle East could lead to significant inflation and a sharp downturn in the Eurozone's production.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Price Shock Due to Iran War: Economist Warns of Energy Shock and Inflation

German economist Veronika Grimm warns that escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly related to the Iran conflict, could lead to significant energy price shocks and inflation in Germany.

Mar 3 โ€ข 06:29 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ ABC News AU
National & Local

The ACT's fiscal situation is dire, but there are no 'easy fixes'

An independent economist attributes the ACT's financial difficulties to government policy decisions, while the Chief Minister defends current spending practices.

Mar 3 โ€ข 05:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

Brazilian in Dubai says she sleeps in jeans with her suitcase packed in case of attack: 'It's scary'

A Brazilian economist and her daughter are stranded in Dubai due to ongoing bombings in the region, facing sleepless nights amid missile attacks.

Mar 3 โ€ข 05:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท G1 (PT)
World

War in Iran could cause biggest oil shock in years, says The Economist

The ongoing war in Iran is predicted to trigger the largest oil price shock in recent years, according to The Economist.

Mar 2 โ€ข 19:51 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Denรญk N
National & Local

Don't expect an oil crisis like in the 1970s. Europe is more resilient to shocks today, says economist

An economist discusses the resilience of Europe to potential oil shocks caused by instability in the Middle East and the impact on travel costs.

Mar 2 โ€ข 16:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Cavallo's warning about the economic plan that discomforts the government

Economist Domingo Cavallo has cautioned that Argentina's gradual economic plans may lead to difficulties if not amended, highlighting the pressing need for significant reductions in real interest rates.

Mar 2 โ€ข 14:35 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ช Postimees
National & Local

Expert: This is how the war in Iran will affect Estonia

Economist Mihkel Nestor from SEB discusses the potential impacts of the war in Iran on Estonia.

Mar 2 โ€ข 13:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ฐ DR Nyheder
National & Local

Former chief economist and national statistician has died

Hans E. Zeuthen, a significant figure in Danish economics, has passed away at the age of 89.

Mar 2 โ€ข 12:31 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡น Lrytas
National & Local

Proposal for a scenario vital for Lithuania's survival: "We can afford this"

A Lithuanian economist proposes doubling maternity benefits to combat the country's severe demographic crisis, where deaths significantly outnumber births.

Mar 2 โ€ข 03:39 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Reform of Pension Provision: Why Civil Servants Should Also Be Included in the Statutory Pension Fund

Economist Axel Bรถrsch-Supan advocates for including civil servants in Germany's statutory pension system during an interview discussing pension reforms.

Mar 1 โ€ข 14:44 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

FAZ Exclusive: This Trade Economist Is to Join the Advisory Board

The German government is expected to announce the appointment of Gabriel Felbermayr as a new member of the Advisory Council for Economic Experts, following the departure of Ulrike Malmendier.

Mar 1 โ€ข 11:38 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Ulrike Malmendier: "I was very surprised by this news"

Ulrike Malmendier, a prominent economist from Berkeley, discusses her unexpected departure from the Expert Council and reflects on her experience in policy advising.

Mar 1 โ€ข 07:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Fernando รlvarez: "With a 3 percent growth, no one in their life would say that Argentina is going through a recession"

Economist Fernando รlvarez discusses the challenges in interpreting Argentina's economic indicators amid claims of recession despite reported growth.

Mar 1 โ€ข 03:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Aktuรกlnฤ›.cz
National & Local

Russia is caught in a trap, prestigious paper writes. In the 'death zone', one cannot survive forever

The Economist warns that Russia's economy is in a 'death zone' with declining export revenues and an unsustainable budget, exacerbated by continuous military expenditure amid the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Feb 28 โ€ข 14:09 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

How to Become Leaders Instead of Followers: An Economist Discusses Promoting Innovation in Europe

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

Feb 28 โ€ข 05:48 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Juan Carlos Cordero, educational economist: 'Intensive use of technology does not contribute to children improving in reading, mathematics or science'

Juan Carlos Cordero, an educational economist from the University of Extremadura, argues that intensive use of technology in classrooms does not enhance children's performance in reading, mathematics, or science.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Branko Milanoviฤ‡, economist: "Western middle classes expected globalization to work for them. And it hasn't done so"

Branko Milanoviฤ‡ discusses how globalization has benefited emerging middle classes and the wealthiest 1%, while leaving Western middle classes and the poorest in Africa behind.

Feb 28 โ€ข 04:30 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Aftonbladet
National & Local

Timbro Chief Criticizes Government: 'People Are Not Stupid'

Timbro's chief economist criticizes the Swedish government's implementation of a stricter immigration policy, arguing that many citizens are outraged at the government's approach to deportations.

Feb 27 โ€ข 14:40 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

World Economy: 'We now have better cards against Donald Trump'

Economist Gabriel Felbermayr discusses the recent US Supreme Court decision to halt some of Trump's tariffs, viewing it as a positive opportunity for Germany and Europe.

Feb 27 โ€ข 13:55 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Yle Uutiset
National & Local

SAK again suggests a four-day workweek - EK's chief economist: it isn't based on reality

The trade union SAK proposes a trial of a four-day workweek in Finland as part of its electoral goals, emphasizing the need for a discussion on working hours.

Feb 27 โ€ข 12:49 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
World

The Economist: Trump Manipulates Facts and Does Not Know His Objective in Iran

The Economist reports that President Trump is manipulating facts regarding his strategy on Iran, with clear uncertainty about his ultimate objectives.

Feb 27 โ€ข 00:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

British paper praises Stubb: Tall, agile, and frighteningly in good shape

The Economist has highlighted Finnish President Alexander Stubb's impressive attributes and significant role on the international stage.

Feb 26 โ€ข 19:10 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Piero Barucci has died, he was a banker and Minister of Treasury during the difficult years of the lira

Piero Barucci, the Italian economist and former Minister of Treasury, has passed away at the age of 92.

Feb 26 โ€ข 16:32 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡น La Repubblica
National & Local

Farewell to Piero Barucci, former minister and economist. He was 92 years old

Piero Barucci, a prominent Italian economist and former minister, has passed away at the age of 92.

Feb 26 โ€ข 15:57 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

Turmoil at Harvard: World-famous professor resigns

Harvard economist Lawrence Summers is resigning at the end of the academic year following reports of his connections to deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Feb 26 โ€ข 09:50 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

To increase low birth rates, we need to help mothers

Claudia Goldin, a Nobel Prize-winning economist, argues that raising children requires substantial support due to the unpredictable demands of parenting, which often results in a dilemma for parents balancing work and family life.

Feb 26 โ€ข 01:00 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Mansueto defends Temer's formula for the economy and criticizes the increase in spending on social programs

Economist Mansueto Almeida argues for a return to fiscal control methods from Michel Temer's administration while criticizing current social spending increases.

Feb 25 โ€ข 19:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Expert Council: The Dismissal of Economist Malmendier is a Fatal Signal

The article discusses the dismissal of economist Ulrike Malmendier from Germany's Economic Expert Council and the implications of such a political move amidst troubling economic times.

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:45 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Economist Charles Manski wins the BBVA Frontiers of Knowledge Award for his work on uncertainty

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

Feb 25 โ€ข 12:05 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

"Economic Advisors" Turmoil: Advisors for a Free Market Economy

The article discusses the departure of economist Ulrike Malmendier from the German Council of Economic Experts, highlighting political and analytical independence concerns.

Feb 25 โ€ข 09:06 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

The Victim Syndrome Largely Hinders the Development of Latgale. A Conversation with Economist Peteris Strautins

Latgale's economic development is significantly hindered by various factors, as discussed by economist Peteris Strautins in an interview.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฑ๐Ÿ‡ป LSM
National & Local

Latgale is a land of business opportunities โ€“ with downsides, but also with clear advantages. A conversation with an economist

The article discusses the economic differences between Latgale and the rest of Latvia through an interview with economist Pฤ“teris Strautiล†ลก.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Iltalehti
National & Local

British magazine praises Stubb โ€“ 'Tall, flexible, and frighteningly fit'

A British economic magazine has praised Finnish President Alexander Stubb for his fitness and optimistic leadership style during challenging global times.

Feb 25 โ€ข 08:25 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

The Economist magazine says that the STF is involved in a 'huge scandal'

The British magazine The Economist claims that Brazil's Supreme Court (STF) is entangled in a significant scandal linked to suspicions surrounding court ministers and banker Daniel Vorcaro.

Feb 25 โ€ข 02:43 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ El Paรญs
National & Local

Balcรกzar changes at the last minute his chosen Prime Minister in Peru

Peru's interim president, Josรฉ Marรญa Balcรกzar, has unexpectedly replaced his chosen Prime Minister, economist Hernando de Soto, with Denisse Miralles, amid a transitional cabinet formation.

Feb 25 โ€ข 02:22 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ท Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazilization of the World Goes Beyond What The Economist Exposed

The article discusses The Economist's use of the term 'Brazilization' in relation to wealthy countries' fiscal policies, emphasizing the cultural aspects of Brazil that are often overlooked in critical assessments of its economy.

Feb 24 โ€ข 20:53 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ง Guardian
National & Local

Young bearing the brunt of UK tax and wage changes, says BoE economist

A Bank of England economist highlights that recent tax and wage adjustments disproportionately affect young workers, leading to rising unemployment in this demographic.

Feb 24 โ€ข 19:07 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Santiago Bulat predicted what will happen with the dollar and offered advice on saving: "It's good in the short term"

Economist Santiago Bulat discusses the current economic situation in Argentina, emphasizing the dynamics of the dollar and the labor market.

Feb 24 โ€ข 18:58 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ช Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Timbro's Chief Economist on Deportations: "I Can No Longer Call Myself Right-Wing"

Fredrik Kopsch, a national economist, reflects on the impact of Sweden's immigration policy while meeting individuals affected by deportations in the summer of 2025.

Feb 24 โ€ข 10:34 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช FAZ
National & Local

Ulrike Malmendier: CDU Pressures Top Researcher to Leave the Council of Economic Experts

Ulrike Malmendier, a prominent economist in the U.S., is reportedly being forced out of Germany's Council of Economic Experts due to pressure from the CDU party, amidst conflicting narratives about the reasons behind her departure.

Feb 24 โ€ข 09:27 UTC
๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Novinky.cz
National & Local

Retirement at 70 Should Have Been Implemented Long Ago, Says German Economist

A German economist argues that implementing retirement at the age of 70 has been overdue.

Feb 24 โ€ข 04:59 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท Le Figaro
National & Local

Municipal Elections 2026: In Bordeaux, former footballer Johan Micoud is on Philippe Dessertine's list

Former footballer Johan Micoud joins economist Philippe Dessertine's list for the 2026 municipal elections in Bordeaux.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:26 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Economic Adviser: Is Economist Ulrike Malmendier Too Uncomfortable?

The future of economist Ulrike Malmendier on the German government's advisory board remains uncertain as her term ends soon, raising speculation about political motivations behind potential changes.

Feb 23 โ€ข 14:02 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ถ๐Ÿ‡ฆ Al Jazeera
National & Local

The Economist in the Winds of Change: Can Digital Stardom Save the 'Empire of the Unknown'?

The Economist faces existential challenges related to the aging of its subscriber base and pressures regarding its anonymous byline reporting format in an era that favors individual media personalities.

Feb 23 โ€ข 07:08 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Daniel Marx: "The current trend in Argentina is more about selling dollars than buying them"

Economist Daniel Marx discusses the recent trend in Argentina's dollar market, emphasizing increased dollar selling linked to exports and reduced imports.

Feb 22 โ€ข 22:03 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ท La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Carlos Melconian expressed his doubts about labor reform: 'There are things that end up in court'

Economist Carlos Melconian voiced skepticism about the recently approved labor reform in Argentina, questioning its economic impact and potential legal conflicts.

Feb 22 โ€ข 18:33 UTC
๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช SZ
National & Local

Economy: Economist Malmendier could be replaced

Economist Ulrike Malmendier may lose her position on the Advisory Council for Economic Development, with resistance within the government regarding her reappointment.

Feb 22 โ€ข 14:25 UTC

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