Economic Survey: How freebies bled Indian economy. Policy document suggests Lula da Silva’s Brazilian model
The rising trend of freebies in Indian states has begun delivering an adverse visible economic cost, the Economic…
China’s factory activity contracts in January on weak domestic demand
China’s factory activity faltered in January as weak domestic demand dragged down production at the start of the…
UN warns of risk of ‘imminent financial collapse’
UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres has warned member states that the world body is at risk of “imminent…
A surge in exports saved Mexico’s economy from recession in 2025
Mexico’s economy avoided a recession in 2025 as gross domestic product (GDP) rebounded in the final quarter thanks…
GNCCI urges banks to reduce lending rates after BoG policy rate cut
Stephane Miezan, President of the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry The Ghana National Chamber of Commerce…
German economy grew in latest quarter, but challenges remain
Germany’s economy grew more than expected in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to official figures released on Friday. German…
Rising housing costs put financial and mental strain on young Greeks
Rising rents are putting significant pressure on young Greeks, affecting both their finances and mental health, according to…
More bullishness on Philippine equities
THERE appears to be a noticeable shift in investor sentiment towards Philippine equities, with investors showing more optimism…
Wholesale Prices Are Rising Faster Than Expected
US wholesale prices rose a hotter-than-expected 0.5% in December. The Labor Department reported Friday that its producer…
Digital addiction: Age-based access to social media makes sense
THE Economic Survey’s push for age-based access to social media is a welcome intervention. For years, digital expansion…