Trade wars can be scary, but many big economies are ready to face them. A recent study looked at 20 big emerging markets. It checked things like debt levels and how much they rely on exports. The goal was to see how well they can handle trade problems and changing politics. Most of these economies are in a good spot. They can handle U. S. tariffs without too much tr...
Brazil is taking strong steps to tackle illegal activities involving cryptocurrencies. The government and the central bank have put forward new rules to address this issue. The central bank's proposal aims to make it easier to monitor and regulate stablecoins, which are digital currencies tied to traditional money like the U. S. dollar. This new rule would require ex...
The government shutdown messed up flights for many. Commercial airlines saw delays and cancellations. But private jets? They had a great month. More people flew private in October than in years. Over 245, 000 private jet trips happened. That's a big jump from last year. Florida, Texas, and California were the busiest spots. Private jet companies saw a lot of new cu...
China is now a top player in global science, ranking fifth in scientific publications. The number of times Chinese research is cited has been growing fast. This growth is especially noticeable in areas like nanotechnology, where China is now second only to the USA. Money for research and development (R&D) has been increasing quickly since 1997. Interestingly, more o...
Turkey is in the spotlight again as the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) plans to visit the country this month. This visit comes after Turkey was removed from the FATF's "grey list" last year for making progress in combating money laundering and terrorist financing. However, the country must prove it is still meeting its commitments or risk being put back on the li...
In a shopping center that feels like a blast from the past, something fresh is happening. Right in the middle of King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, a former Lord & Taylor store has been given a complete makeover. This isn't just any renovation; it's the first-ever Netflix House, a physical space dedicated to the streaming giant's content. Netflix has been testing the wa...
President Donald Trump recently made a bold statement. He said people who don't like tariffs are making a big mistake. He promised to give every American a $2, 000 bonus. This money would come from the money collected from tariffs. He believes this will show how great his economic plans are. Trump also talked about how his policies have brought a lot of money into t...
China is facing a big problem. It's not just about getting richer. It's about getting older. This mix is causing a lot of worry. Soon, there will be a huge transfer of wealth from one generation to the next. But it won't be like the fancy dramas we see on TV. In China, many families are not super rich. They have some money, but not billions. So, when parents pass th...
In a recent speech, former President Donald Trump highlighted what he sees as the strengths of the current U. S. economy. Speaking at the America Business Forum in Miami, Trump emphasized that the economy is doing well, but many people are not aware of it. He suggested that better communication could help change this perception. The event was a big deal, with top bu...
In a surprising move, a country known for its ambitious military projects has decided to pivot its focus. Instead of investing heavily in developing high-tech military jets, the nation is now looking to boost its economy by importing cars. This shift in strategy raises questions about the country's priorities and the potential impact on its economy. The decision to ...