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  1. 3 HR AGO

    Navigating Economic Shifts: From Global Trends to Local Impacts

    Explore the complexities of the global economic landscape with insights into geopolitical shifts, the economic integration of young migrants in Africa, and the EU tyre industry's impact. Delve into Thailand's economic challenges and opportunities, including public health issues and international trade dynamics. This episode offers a nuanced analysis of how economies adapt and thrive amidst continuous transformation, providing valuable perspectives for our audience.Sources:https://www.caixabankresearch.com/en/economics-markets/recent-developments/liquid-times-solid-economyhttps://reliefweb.int/report/world/economic-integration-young-migrants-west-north-africa-access-work-vulnerabilities-human-capitalhttps://www.oxfordeconomics.com/resource/the-economic-impact-of-the-eu-tyre-manufacturing-industry/https://www.nationthailand.com/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Liquid times, solid economy?(00:03:42) Economic integration of young migrants in West & North Africa - Access to work, vulnerabilities & human capital(00:06:28) The Economic Impact of the EU Tyre Manufacturing Industry(00:09:36) Thailand-South Korea economic partnership agreement nears completion

    13 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Banking Vulnerabilities and Economic Shifts: A 2024 Perspective

    Explore the latest insights into the U.S. banking system's vulnerabilities with updated models from the New York Fed. Delve into the economic outlook for Northwest Indiana as experts forecast the region's future. Understand China's challenging transition to a consumption-led economy and its global implications. Plus, discover whether the U.S. is truly losing its competitive edge in a thought-provoking presentation by economist Dr. Brian Albrecht. This episode offers a comprehensive look at key economic trends and challenges shaping the global landscape.Sources:https://libertystreeteconomics.newyorkfed.org/2024/11/banking-system-vulnerability-2024-update/https://www.wndu.com/2024/11/12/2025-economic-outlook-northwest-indiana/https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2024/nov/12/the-guardian-view-on-china-growth-limits-shifting-to-a-post-industrial-economy-is-toughhttps://sanangelolive.com/news/education/2024-11-12/us-losing-its-competitive-edge-economist-address-angelo-stateOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Banking System Vulnerability: 2024 Update(00:03:37) The 2025 economic outlook for Northwest Indiana(00:06:31) The Guardian view on China’s growth limits: shifting to a post-industrial economy is tough(00:10:34) Is the U.S. Losing Its Competitive Edge? Economist to Address at Angelo State

    14 min

  3. 2 DAYS AGO

    Canada’s Economic Challenges and the Global Impact of a Strong Dollar

    Explore the economic outlook for Canada amidst stagnation and new headwinds, as experts discuss the implications of declining GDP and new policies. Delve into the global repercussions of a strengthening US dollar under Trump's economic policies, and understand the transformative effects of the gig economy on workers' rights. This episode provides a comprehensive analysis of current economic trends and their potential impacts on both local and global scales.Sources:https://www.oxfordeconomics.com/event/canada-economic-outlook-webinar-weak-growth-to-continue-in-the-face-of-stiff-new-headwinds/https://www.ft.com/content/f7f0d2f9-06c1-4055-9ccd-eed59f73ff84https://www.foxnews.com/media/americans-want-see-trump-address-economy-inflation-upon-return-white-househttps://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/11/10/americas-strengthening-dollar-will-rattle-the-rest-of-the-worldOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Canada Economic Outlook Webinar: Weak growth to continue in the face of stiff new headwinds(00:03:43) Economic impact of growing gig economy(00:06:39) Americans want to see Trump address economy, inflation upon return to White House(00:09:12) America’s strengthening dollar will rattle the rest of the world

    13 min

  4. 3 DAYS AGO

    Gig Economy’s Rise: Flexibility or Exploitation?

    Explore the transformative impact of the gig economy on the global workforce, highlighting both its benefits and the urgent need for worker protections. As the new Labour government aims to abolish zero-hour contracts, this episode delves into the economic, social, and political dimensions of this growing trend. Discover how these changes could redefine the future of work and the implications for millions of gig workers worldwide.Sources:https://www.ft.com/content/f7f0d2f9-06c1-4055-9ccd-eed59f73ff84https://www.businessinsider.com/donald-trump-election-win-high-inflation-risk-tariffs-deportations-taxes-2024-11https://knowledge.insead.edu/economics-finance/mega-companies-superstars-or-super-villains-0https://dailyjournal.net/2024/11/08/johnson-county-is-place-to-be-with-economic-growth-despite-low-wages/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Economic impact of growing gig economy(00:03:21) Economists say Trump could give Americans the very thing they voted against(00:06:45) Mega Companies: Superstars or Super Villains?(00:09:43) Johnson County is ‘place to be’ with economic growth, despite low wages

    13 min

  5. 4 DAYS AGO

    Economics at the Crossroads: Health Paradigms, Rate Cuts, and Global Strategies

    Explore the intersection of economics and public health with the One Health approach, delve into the debate over New Zealand's potential 75-point OCR cut, and analyze the impact of U.S. economic policies under Trump's leadership. Plus, examine China's steadfast commitment to its economic model amidst global scrutiny. This episode offers a comprehensive look at the economic strategies shaping our world today.Sources:https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/public-health/articles/10.3389/fpubh.2024.1379176/fullhttps://www.1news.co.nz/2024/11/10/economic-data-is-dire-fund-manager-calls-for-75-point-ocr-cut/https://www.benzinga.com/media/24/11/41864373/trumps-victory-powells-stand-and-furmans-inflation-warning-stir-markets-this-week-in-economicshttps://sundayguardianlive.com/opinion/china-wont-give-up-on-its-failing-economic-modelOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:45) Frontiers | One Health Economics: why and how economics should take on the interdisciplinary challenges of a promising public health paradigm(00:03:50) 'Economic data is dire': Fund manager calls for 75 point OCR cut(00:07:07) Trump's Victory, Powell's Stand, And Furman's Inflation Warning Stir Markets: This Week In Economics(00:10:27) China won’t give up on its failing economic model - The Sunday Guardian Live

    13 min

  6. 5 DAYS AGO

    Massachusetts’ Bold Economic Leap and Trump’s Fiscal Future

    Explore Massachusetts' ambitious $2.8 billion economic development bond bill poised to transform the state's industries and innovation landscape. Delve into the potential economic consequences of Donald Trump's policies, examining the balance between growth and fiscal responsibility. Plus, uncover the significant impact of the UK's plant-hire sector and its role in the construction industry. Finally, discover how education and innovation are key to championing economic mobility in America, with insights from the Gates Foundation. This episode offers a comprehensive look at economic strategies shaping local and global futures.Sources:https://www.telegram.com/story/news/state/2024/11/08/ma-economic-development-borrowing-bill-details/76119088007/https://www.theglobeandmail.com/business/commentary/article-what-will-be-the-economic-consequences-of-donald-trump/https://www.internationalrentalnews.com/news/report-reveals-economic-impact-of-plant-hire-in-the-uk/8040135.articlehttps://www.govtech.com/podcasts/championing-economic-mobility-through-education-and-innovationOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) Big MA economic development borrowing bill closer to reality. Here's what to know(00:03:47) Opinion: What will be the economic consequences of Donald Trump?(00:06:41) Report reveals economic impact of plant-hire in the UK(00:09:47) Championing Economic Mobility Through Education and Innovation

    13 min

  7. 6 DAYS AGO

    China’s Fiscal Stimulus and the Global Economic Ripple Effect

    Explore China's ambitious $1.4 trillion fiscal stimulus package aimed at reducing hidden local government debt and its potential impact on global markets. Delve into the renewable energy sector's urgent need for accelerated growth to meet climate goals, and understand the implications of the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut amidst economic expansion. Additionally, gain insights into Asia's gradual fiscal consolidation post-pandemic and its influence on regional and global economic strategies.Sources:https://www.cnbc.com/2024/11/08/china-expected-to-announce-highly-anticipated-fiscal-stimulus-package.htmlhttps://www.herald-dispatch.com/opinion/francesco-la-camera-and-paul-dorfman-economics-justifies-wider-use-of-renewables/article_73ff3cfe-9d0e-11ef-965f-b71f9c9754d4.htmlhttps://www.upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/11/07/Fed-rate-cut-Jerome-Powell/7231731005630/https://www.oxfordeconomics.com/resource/asia-maintains-fiscal-consolidation-but-debt-to-fall-slowly/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) China expected to announce highly anticipated fiscal stimulus package(00:04:00) Francesco La Camera and Paul Dorfman: Economics justifies wider use of renewables(00:07:00) Fed cuts interest rates by a quarter point as economic expansion continues at a solid pace(00:10:51) Asia maintains fiscal consolidation, but debt to fall slowly

    14 min

  8. 5 NOV

    Philanthropy’s Economic Impact and Diverging Growth in Global Markets

    In this episode, we explore the economic implications of philanthropy, revealing that global individual giving reaches $1.3 trillion annually. We also discuss a new study challenging the effectiveness of tariffs in American manufacturing, and analyze the contrasting economic growth rates of the US and South Korea in Q3 2024. Additionally, we examine the surge in foreign investments in Israel amidst ongoing geopolitical tensions, highlighting the resilience of its economy. Join us for a comprehensive look at these pressing economic issues.Sources:https://vir.com.vn/citi-report-discusses-economics-of-philanthropy-117197.htmlhttps://www.aei.org/economics/again-tariffs-didnt-make-american-manufacturing-great/https://keia.org/the-peninsula/us-and-south-korean-economic-growth-diverge-in-q3-2024/https://www.jpost.com/opinion/article-827396Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Citi report discusses economics of philanthropy(00:03:18) Again, Tariffs Didn’t Make American Manufacturing Great(00:06:36) US and South Korean Economic Growth Diverge in Q3 2024 - Korea Economic Institute of America(00:10:07) Foreign investments surge as Israel shows economic resilience amid war

    14 min
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