Economy

June 29, 2026
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Economy

APRA Capital Reforms Potential Boost To Economy

The ABA welcomes today’s consultation paper from APRA on proposed changes to bank credit risk capital settings, which have the potential to support more lending and lift productivity. ABA...

June 29, 2026
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Economy

Edinburgh festivals warn on complacency as they reveal economy impact

The new figures are based on the four million strong combined audience for events including the Edinburgh International Festival, the Fringe, the Tattoo, Hogmanay festival, and the city’s celebrations...

June 28, 2026
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Economy

Warren Buffett turns 91, prepares Berkshire Hathaway for a new economy

Warren Buffett walks through the exhibit hall as shareholders gather to hear from the billionaire investor at Berkshire Hathaway’s annual meeting in 2019. Scott Morgan | Reuters Before turning...

June 28, 2026
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Economy

What is a mixed economy?

The coronavirus pandemic, and the related shutdown of most businesses, dealt an unprecedented blow to the global economy, dragging most countries into the worst downturn since the Great Depression. That includes the U.S., which...

June 28, 2026
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Economy

Chinese pro-market economist Wu Jinglian warns of ‘state capitalism’ dangers

An influential Chinese pro-market economist has warned of the dangers of “state capitalism”, joining a chorus of liberals who say state intrusion is eroding confidence in the country’s economic...

June 28, 2026
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Economy

This Tiny African Country Keeps Europe’s Economy Moving

The world continues to benefit from Africa without uplifting Most people have never heard of the country, and even the ones that have likely can’t find it on a...

June 28, 2026
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Economy

Sociobioeconomy transforms in the Amazon and recognizes central role of traditional populations for sustainable development

Concept goes beyond the defense of strengthening forest products, and carries the prefix ‘socio’ to show that the way local communities work in the economy in the Amazon, preserving...

June 28, 2026
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Economy

Xi says China won’t return to planned economy, urges cooperation

Bloomberg News 23 May, 2020, 09:05 pm Last modified: 23 May, 2020, 10:30 pm Xi Jinping, center, at the Great Hall of the People in May 21. Photo: Li...

June 28, 2026
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Economy

Why the US Is Said to Have a Mixed Economy

The US has a mixed economy because both private businesses and the government are important. Private ownership, driven by supply and demand, is key to efficiency in the US...

June 28, 2026
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Economy

China’s economy leaves a mixed picture in Q1

China’s leadership set its annual GDP growth target at 5 percent for 2024 during the Two Sessions gathering of China’s legislature, held in March. Growth got off to a...