Economy

July 19, 2026
Olivia
Economy

From Market Economy to Market Politics: When Everything Has a Price and Everything Goes on Sale

Julia Petrova Markets have long been celebrated as engines of prosperity. They encourage innovation, reward efficiency, and create opportunities for people to improve their lives through trade and enterprise....

July 19, 2026
Olivia
Economy

US Economy Holds Near Q1 Pace as Labor Market Stability Offsets Softer Sales

Economic activity is on track to expand close to the pace reported in the first quarter, based on the latest Q2 nowcasts compiled by The Capital Spectator. The median...

July 19, 2026
Olivia
Economy

Russia roils global market for diesel after Ukraine attacks

By the numbers: The ripple effects can now be seen in the U.S. After Russia banned exports of the fuel last week, U.S. diesel prices edged above $5 a...

July 19, 2026
Olivia
Economy

Uttar Pradesh: How ODOP is revising traditional industries

Lucknow – Uttar Pradesh’s famous traditional products, which were once known mainly through generations of artisans but are now struggling to compete in modern markets, are witnessing renewed growth...

July 19, 2026
Olivia
Economy

The orgy of capitalism – The Malta Independent

Democracy and capitalism are undergoing a crisis of confidence, as rising levels of inequality, corruption, and poor accountability have led citizens to seek alternatives. Free-market economies...

July 19, 2026
Olivia
Economy

Chip boom puts Korea’s per capita GDP within reach of $40,000

Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol, center, speaks during a press briefing at Government Complex Seoul, Tuesday, announcing the economic growth strategy for the second half of the year. From left...

July 19, 2026
Olivia
Economy

The “Free Market” is More Popular than “Capitalism”

Illustration: Lex Villena; Joe Sohm A recent Echelon Insights poll finds that the “free market economy” is more popular than “capitalism.” 53% of respondents say they have a “very”...

July 19, 2026
Olivia
Economy

YouTube Creator Economy Grows to $60B GDP: Median Earnings Still Below Living Wage

YouTube’s annual accounting of its economic footprint reached a new milestone this week: the platform’s creative ecosystem contributed more than $60 billion to US gross domestic product in 2025...

July 19, 2026
Olivia
Economy

Mixed Messages From Virginia’s Economy

When it comes to Virginia’s economy, the glass may be half full, or it may be half empty. First, some bad news: In the year that ended May 31,...

July 18, 2026
Olivia
Economy

Kim Jong Il’s govermnent leaning toward market economy?

Rome (AsiaNews) The first billboard in North Korean history first appeared on the streets of Pyongyang in December 2003. It was an advertisement for a car named “Huiparam” (Whistle),...