Economy

April 11, 2026
Olivia
Economy

How Government Intervention Impacts Market Economies

Key Takeaways Government intervention can occur in a market economy without it losing its status. Economic systems are categorized as free market, mixed, or command. Most global economies today...

April 11, 2026
Olivia
Economy

AI uncertainty drives rotation to ‘old economy’ stocks

If, a few months ago, the prevailing assumption among investors was that artificial intelligence (AI) would deliver widespread efficiency gains for companies, the market has recently shown greater caution...

April 11, 2026
Olivia
Economy

NWT trappers make $625K in sales at successful fur auction

The NWT government says sales at just one recent fur auction surpassed total sales of fur from the territory in 2025. Nathan Kogiak, a traditional economy coordinator at the...

April 11, 2026
Olivia
Economy

StatCan unemployment rate holds steady

Brendon Bernard, senior economist at Indeed, joins BNN Bloomberg to discuss Statistics Canada’s labour data report for the month of March. OTTAWA — Statistics Canada’s labour force survey on...

April 11, 2026
Olivia
Economy

India Hits Record E-Way Bills in March 2026: A Mixed Economic Signal

The 14.06 crore e-way bills generated in March 2026 set a new record, signaling a sharp rise in goods movement vital for economic activity. However, this record is not...

April 10, 2026
Olivia
Economy

China, Cuba, and North Korea Explained

Key Takeaways Socialist market economies blend elements of capitalism and social welfare. China evolved from a socialist economy to a hybrid system emphasizing growth. Cuba’s economy is largely state-run...

April 10, 2026
Olivia
Economy

North Korea – Economy, Resources, Trade

KanggyeTimber-processing factory, Kanggye, N.Kor.(more) North Korea has a command (centralized) economy. The state controls all means of production, and the government sets priorities and emphases in economic development. Since...

April 10, 2026
Olivia
Economy

Book Review – A Sixth of Humanity

From command-economy socialism and policy paralysis to neglected infrastructure and education, India’s long journey through poverty reflects decades of flawed economic choices How a command economy chained India to...

April 10, 2026
Olivia
Economy

Inside looksmaxxing’s black-market beauty economy

Step inside the looksmaxxing manosphere and you’ll be inundated with tips and tricks on how to become more attractive. Whether you want to achieve a chiselled jawline or obtain...

April 10, 2026
Olivia
Economy

Ireland – Agriculture, Manufacturing, Services

Ireland has a mixed economy. The constitution provides that the state shall favour private initiative in industry and commerce, but the state may provide essential services and promote development...