U.S. Economy Shows Growth Amid Mixed Signals in Consumer Spending
The U.S. economy experienced notable growth in the third quarter of 2023, with a reported increase of 4.3% in GDP, despite a concurrent slowdown in the labor market. This figure,…
U.S. Health Care Spending Exceeds Global Norms, Urgent Reform Needed
The debate over health care reform in the United States has intensified, with recent analyses highlighting significant discrepancies in spending compared to other industrialized nations. The U.S. allocates approximately 17…
Europe Embraces Pro-Business Policies Amid Economic Challenges
The European Union may be shifting its economic approach as it introduces milder regulations and embraces a pro-business mindset. This change comes amid ongoing concerns about economic stability and competitiveness…
Japan’s Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba Resigns Amid Political Turmoil
Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba has announced his resignation amid increasing political instability within his party and heightened tensions over economic issues. Reports confirm that Ishiba, who has faced mounting…
Hawaii’s Economic Growth Projected to Remain Subdued Through 2026
Hawaii’s economy is expected to experience slow growth over the next few years, primarily due to high global import tariffs and uncertainties surrounding federal government policies. The state’s Department of…
New Research Explores the Potential to Increase National Happiness
A recent study conducted by researchers Alberto Prati and Claudia Senik examines the possibility of enhancing national happiness by revisiting the Easterlin paradox. This paradox highlights the disconnect between rising…
China Reports Strong Q2 GDP Growth with Mixed Economic Indicators
Economic data from China is expected to make headlines on July 15, 2025, as analysts anticipate that the country’s second-quarter gross domestic product (GDP) surpassed the government’s annual target. The…
NATO Summit Faces Potential for Historic Division
THE HAGUE, Netherlands – As leaders gather for the NATO summit, the alliance stands at a crossroads: unite over a new defense spending pledge or face widening divisions among its…