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Why we must forge a new economic vision

Over the past four decades or so, the push to build a strong readymade garment (RMG) industry in Bangladesh has succeeded beyond our imagination.

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NAB profits fall to $6.1b in ‘challenging economic environment’

It comes soon after the bank said it would axe 2500 jobs by September next year.

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Trust in influencers grows more important in predicting buying intentions over time, analysis finds

A meta-analysis of empirical studies involving more than 31,000 participants has revealed the factors that affect the level of influence of so-called social media influencers. Those factors include…

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Markets cheer Trump’s defeat, but what does it mean for Argentina?

Some analysts argue that the US could scale back its support for Milei, while others expect reduced global volatility, which could benefit Argentine assets La entrada Markets cheer…

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Europe and America’s Dystopian Nightmare Must End Now

Europe’s capitalist economy is failing. Having never fully recovered economically after the pandemic, European governments mismanaged growth in exchange for more war participation particularly in Ukraine and Sudan…

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Political science grad sets sights on academia

Brennan Balkovec studied how neoliberalism shapes economic, political and social life. She's graduating with a BA in political science and a minor in sociology. The post Political science…

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Russia-Africa Summit Concludes with the Signing of Key Joint Agreements. The Moscow Declaration

The three-day meeting brought together members of the African Union and the Russian Federation pledging to enhance their cooperation in the areas of economic development, communications and technological…

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Democrats’ economic agenda should be America’s next New Deal

We need public investment in the industries defining the future and pathways for Americans to have ownership stakes. The post Democrats’ economic agenda should be America’s next New…

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Why Did US Stock Futures Rebound After Democrats’ Midterm Sweep?

US stock futures recovered from sharp early losses on Wednesday as investors reassessed the implications of Democrats’ sweeping midterm victories, including the potential impact on artificial intelligence investment,…

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Wind of change sweeps America

Result marks end of a culture-wars era in US politics and the return of economic issues to the centre of the political contest

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Europe at a Crossroads: Peace, Borders, and the Recovery of Sovereignty

The economic cost of perpetual war Defence spending is also rising sharply. EU member states’ defence expenditure is projected to reach €454 billion in 2026, equivalent to 2.4%…

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Video: The Covid Lockdown is an Act of Economic Warfare against Humanity: Dr. Reiner Fuellmich Interviews Prof. Michel Chossudovsky

Introduction by Peter Koenig, 14 October 2026 The famous Dr. Reiner Fuellmich, lawyer, with licenses to practice in Germany and the US , has been imprisoned, is a…

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How does Oahu get to an economically resilient, 100% clean energy future?

Oahu is a unique place. It’s the home of one of the largest clean tech incubators in the world, Elemental Impact, for a reason. Exorbitantly high electricity rates…

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New Zealand jobless rate hits 11-year high in run-up to polls

By Lucy Craymer WELLINGTON, Nov 4 (Reuters) - New Zealand's unemployment rate climbed to an 11-year high in the third quarter, underscoring the economic and inflation pressures dominating…

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Statistical methods designed for an economy 30 years ago will not be applicable to today’s economy: Dev

Statistical methods designed for an economy 30 years ago will not be applicable to today’s economy: Dev

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Economists: What are numbers to do with household fortunes?

Economic growth figures do not adequately show whether ordinary households are sharing in the gains, two university economists have told Barbados TODAY, calling for closer scrutiny of incomes,…

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Inside Economics: As election day looms, how far did the recovery get?

ANALYSIS: Liam Dann takes a deeper dive into the week's economic news.

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Central Alberta Economic Partnership to dissolve after nearly 3 decades

After 28 years, the Central Alberta Economic Partnership is seeking to close down shop following cuts to provincial operational funding.

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“Europe Is A Mess”: Brussels Continues its Technocratic Offensive in Europe, Poland Next

To say that Europe is a mess would be a gross understatement. Due to the failures of the bureaucratic dictatorship in Brussels, the “old continent” is experiencing economic…

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‘Already taken a very heavy toll’: India reiterates call for ending West Asia conflict

India urges an end to West Asia hostilities, citing severe economic disruption and rising human casualties.

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Germany’s slow reforms risk mass unemployment in Europe, warns Swiss official

Swiss industrial group ABB’s chief questions Berlin’s ability to implement rapid economic reforms, calls nuclear phase-out mistake

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Provoking armed conflicts has become tool of economic manipulation — CIS Secretary-General

Sergey Lebedev drew attention to the consequences of developments in the Middle East, which have destabilized the energy market

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Farm workers are falling sick in a Kenyan horticultural town. Were they poisoned by pesticides?

Timau’s industry has provided local Kenyans with an economic lifeline. But now, many believe it has made them seriously ill When Reuben Muriki fainted while doing a chore…

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RBA interest rates: Reserve Bank hikes cash rate for fifth time this year in blow to mortgage holders

Reserve Bank of Australia increases official cash rate to 4.85%, bringing it to highest level since 2008 RBA interest rates live updates: Reserve Bank cash rate decision Get…

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UAE AI minister Al Olama sees industry consolidating into a few major players

AI will disrupt the social and economic fabrics in the short-term, but will be a great enabler for a country like the UAE in the long-term, said Omar…

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Sen Tim Scott Warns Voters That Elizabeth Warren and Bernie Sanders Control Key Committees and Endorse Annie Andrews Radical Policies

Sen. Tim Scott labels Democratic opponents as dangerous radicals during a Fox News appearance, urging voters to reject their platforms on key economic and social issues ahead of…

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Economic Watch: From game development to gaming gear, Chinese, European firms join forces

WARSAW, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Behind a mysterious doorway, neon-lit streets and cybernetic mercenaries meet a fantasy world powered by sound. In the Chinese action game Wuthering Waves,…

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'Hope he gets his a** kicked': Trump unleashes on Abdul, calls him American & Jewish haters' 'ally'

Trump launches a sharp attack on Abdul, questioning his associations with radical mosques and accusing him of aligning with those who oppose America and Jewish communities. In the…

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US midterm elections: How the outcome could impact Wall Street, AI stocks and Treasury yields

US midterm elections could affect Wall Street, AI stocks and Treasury yields as a Democratic or Republican victory shapes US economic and fiscal policies.

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An Economist’s Plan to Fight Fascism Through Lower Prices

I still have the textbook from my freshman year Econ 101 course. It’s called Principles of Economics, and it remains one of the most popular introductory economics textbooks…

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Japan’s trillion-yen promise: What Bangladesh must do to turn it into jobs

Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s Tokyo visit has opened a promising new chapter in Bangladesh-Japan economic ties. Turning the investment projection into factories, exports and jobs will depend on…

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Round 9 RED Grants Open To Peel Projects

Applications for Round 9 of the Regional Economic Development Grants program now open$5 million in funding available for locally-driven projects to

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Swiss president says Bern turns to trade diversification amid growing global economic uncertainty

Parmelin says expanding partnerships in Asia and Latin America will reduce dependencies without weakening ties with Europe, US

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Italy’s mega-concert boom: live music generated €4.3 billion in economic impact in 2025

More concerts, bigger audiences: ticket spending tops €1 billion for the first time

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Congo’s Fight to Reclaim Its Natural Wealth

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is challenging an economic arrangement that has made its minerals indispensable to global industry without delivering commensurate benefits to its people. At…

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Heavy reliance on fossil fuel disrupts global economy; energy security’s future lies in clean energy, says PM Modi

The future of energy security lies in clean energy, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said while inaugurating and speaking at the Bharat Renewable Energy Summit & Expo (BRESE) 2026…

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India, UAE set sights on scaling up investment flows, advancing "House of India" cultural project during Foreign Secy Vikram Misri's visit

the commitments follow wide-ranging high-level discussions in Abu Dhabi between Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri and senior leadership of the UAE, aimed at reviewing the progress of the India-UAE…

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Commentary: How China Could Turn Carbon Trading Into a Green Diplomacy Tool

Expanding the country’s carbon market internationally could channel climate financing to developing economies while strengthening economic ties and supporting global decarbonization

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Business Research Focus Areas | UTS Business School

Explore UTS Business School's research focus areas, centres and initiatives tackling business, economic and social challenges through industry collaboration.

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Agoa fears grow as Cosatu warns South Africa will probably lose US trade benefits

The National Economic Development and Labour council (Nedlac) has considered measures to cushion South African businesses and workers from the impact of losing preferential access to the US…

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‘Every pound works twice’ as Britain to make foreign arms suppliers invest in UK jobs

Britain is preparing to make foreign defence contractors invest in British jobs, factories and technology in return for lucrative military contracts, borrowing a policy Norway has used for…

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