Macro Matters Most Intro: Welcome to the Weekly BluRB, a newsletter catered to students and professionals to get the latest news and insights on global markets. Get prepared for the week by reading four weekly stories circulating equity markets, macro trends, geopolitics, and new business developments. And the best partContinue Reading
Despite China’s efforts, they can’t keep Taiwan under their grasps. With a severing economy and growing independence, the People’s Republic of China’s momentum in actualizing the One China Policy reflects the fear of Taiwan’s growing autonomy. Continue Reading
Natural disasters can leave catastrophic damage around that world that exceeds geographical damage. Nigeria, Indonesia, and Maui faced distinct natural disasters that demonstrate how economic variables vary in the midst of catastrophe.Continue Reading
Nuclear weapons, the hypersonic missile, and maritime dominance are key advantages in the present and future of modern warfare. However, most notably, the backbone of national security lies within a resilient and diversified economy. Today, the United States is teetering on a strategic arms race with the world’s largest economy: China. Continue Reading
Transitioning from a linear to a circular food economy stands as a pivotal solution to address the pressing problem of food waste. This collaborative endeavor holds promise not only in mitigating environmental challenges but also in enhancing food security, fostering economic growth, and paving the way for a sustainable and resilient future.Continue Reading
Recently, the stock market has experienced big wins. Economists argue that this increase can be correlated to the fact that, in October, the consumer price index went down to 3.2 percent. The slowed consumer price index is rooted in a campaign by the Federal Reserve, which wishes to “kill inflation” by lowering rates. There is a big debate among economists concerning whether this upward-moving stock market can be backed by economic indicators.Continue Reading
A plethora of problems stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic have surfaced in America, leading the country towards an economic decline. These problems—including stagnating wages and a downward spiral in the production of goods—span across the board, affecting several sectors of the American economy. Together, they converge into the perfect storm, plaguing America with economic issues reminiscent of those of the 1970s. Continue Reading
Coachella is one of the world’s largest music concerts. After seeing cancellations in 2019 and 2020, the festival will finally be seeing a return in 2022. Check out this article to learn more about the financial and environmental impact Coachella has on the local community.Continue Reading
The field of economics is undergoing a revolution, becoming more relevant, accurate, timely, and empirical by using technology to track everything, all the time. Our economics columnist explains how plentiful data is drastically changing the way policy is structured and decisions are made.Continue Reading
Texas has attacked women’s reproductive rights with the passage of Senate Bill 8, the strictest anti-abortion law in the country. In the following article, Community columnist Amalia Nichols, a Texas native, investigates the extensive impacts this bill will have on business, the economy, and women, who are essential to both former points.Continue Reading