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Former Fed President Advocates for Bold Rate Cut, European Stocks Rise Ahead of US Data

Former Dallas Fed President Robert Kaplan advocates for a half-point interest rate cut. European stocks rise as investors await key US economic data. Plus, Capital Economics predicts a rough year ahead for Mexican assets. Also, the four megatrends shaping the future of commercial real estate.Sources:https://www.cnbc.com/2024/09/17/former-head-of-dallas-fed-kaplan-urges-a-half-point-interest-rate-cut.htmlhttps://news.az/news/european-stocks-rise-ahead-of-key-us-economic-datahttps://www.investing.com/news/forex-news/capital-economics-sees-rough-year-ahead-for-mexican-assets-93CH-3620033https://www.oxfordeconomics.com/resource/the-four-megatrends-that-will-shape-the-future-of-commercial-real-estate/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Former Dallas Fed President Kaplan advocates for a half-point interest rate cut(00:02:55) European stocks rise ahead of key US economic data(00:06:07) Capital Economics sees rough year ahead for Mexican assets By Investing.com(00:08:46) The four megatrends that will shape the future of commercial real estate

Tackling UK Ill Health for Economic Growth, Diagnostic Safety in Healthcare, US Economy Perception, and the Interplay of Politics and Economics

The IPPR emphasizes the need to tackle the UK's ill-health crisis for economic growth. The OECD highlights the economic impacts of poor diagnostic practices in healthcare. Jared Bernstein discusses the perception of the US economy in an interview. An article explores the interplay of politics and economics in job preservation. These stories shed light on the importance of public health, diagnostic safety, economic perception, and the complexities of politics and economics.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/business/2024/sep/17/uk-ill-health-economic-growth-ipprhttps://www.oecd.org/en/publications/2024/09/the-economics-of-diagnostic-safety_2056205e.htmlhttps://www.ft.com/content/a7377bdf-4a55-49c3-b4c6-fcaeb345e166https://www.npr.org/2024/09/16/1199975711/bad-economics-smart-politicsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Tackling UK ill health is vital to economic growth, says IPPR(00:03:35) The economics of diagnostic safety(00:06:21) Transcript: Is this a winning US economy for the Democrats? With Jared Bernstein(00:09:08) Bad economics, smart politics : The Indicator from Planet Money

Asian Stocks React to China’s Weak Economic Data, Economic Calendar for Global Markets

Asian stocks rise despite China's weak economic data. Get insights into the current state of the Asian markets and the implications of potential interest rate cuts. Plus, a comprehensive economic calendar for 16 - 20 September 2024, including trade data, inflation rates, and interest rate decisions that can significantly impact financial markets. Stay informed about the global economic landscape and make better financial decisions based on crucial data.Sources:https://www.ndtvprofit.com/markets/asian-stocks-rise-despite-chinas-weak-economic-datahttps://www.kaohooninternational.com/economics/544461https://www.eurasiareview.com/16092024-asean-needs-to-reclaim-rcep-for-regional-economic-leadership-analysis/https://www.bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-09-16/labour-is-risking-its-encouraging-economic-startOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) Asian Stocks Rise Despite China's Weak Economic Data(00:04:01) Economic Calendar for 16 - 20 September 2024 with Trade Data, Inflation, and Interest Rate Decisions(00:06:20) ASEAN Needs To Reclaim RCEP For Regional Economic Leadership(00:10:12) Labour Is Risking Its Encouraging Economic Start

Lessons from Music and Remote Work, Reasons to be Cheerful in Turbulent Times

Discover what Taylor Swift and Oasis can teach us about the economy. Explore the emergence of the 'working-from-home economy' and its long-term impact. Find reasons to be cheerful in turbulent times and learn about the removal of economist Ajit Ranade as VC of Gokhale Institute. Join us for insightful discussions on the evolving nature of the economy, the future of work, and the challenges in academic institutions.Sources:https://www.afr.com/companies/media-and-marketing/what-taylor-swift-and-oasis-can-teach-us-about-the-economy-20240915-p5kan1https://news.stanford.edu/stories/2020/06/snapshot-new-working-home-economyhttps://www.ft.com/content/936c1bb1-8dd4-4e08-83f2-70d00f862947https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/india/not-eligible-economist-ranade-removed-as-vc-of-gokhale-institute/articleshow/113357272.cmsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) What Taylor Swift and Oasis can teach us about the economy(00:03:00) A snapshot of a new working-from-home economy(00:06:17) US High School Economics class: Why there are reasons to be cheerful in turbulent times(00:08:18) 'Not eligible': Economist Ranade removed as VC of Gokhale Institute | India News

Boeing Machinists Strike: Economic Impact and Workers’ Struggles

Explore the potential local economic cost of the Boeing machinists strike and the workers' fight for fair wages and benefits. Discover how the strike could disrupt supply chains and impact Boeing vendors, as well as its implications for various industries in Washington state. This article presents an opportunity for an opinion piece discussing the importance of fair compensation and the role of unions in protecting workers' rights in the modern economy.Sources:https://www.king5.com/article/tech/science/aerospace/boeing/economic-cost-impact-boeing-machinists-union-strike/281-574d040d-705b-44fc-a63d-1ae6a2a9df68https://realeconomy.rsmus.com/consumer-sentiment-rises-on-better-inflation-and-spending-outlooks/https://www.automotiveworld.com/articles/economics-of-bev-ownership-is-the-new-market-battleground/https://www.forbes.com/sites/mikepatton/2024/09/13/kamala-harriss-proposed-economic-policies-the-effect-on-americans/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:43) What could be the local economic cost of the Boeing machinists strike?(00:03:16) Consumer sentiment rises on improved outlook for inflation and spending(00:05:30) Economics of BEV ownership is the new market battleground(00:07:48) Kamala Harris’s Proposed Economic Policies: The Effect On Americans

China’s Economic Strategy Amid US Election, Inflation Cools Down, Stock Market Reacts to Economic Data

An economist suggests that China may be holding back on economic stimulus due to Trump's tariff threat. Inflation cools down in August, bringing relief to shoppers and economists. The US stock market reacts to fresh economic data. Plus, a comprehensive overview of the latest economic indicators, commodities, and market trends.Sources:https://www.businessinsider.com/china-economy-stimulus-intervention-delay-donald-trump-presidential-eleciton-tariffs-2024-9https://www.witn.com/2024/09/12/enc-shoppers-economics-expert-react-inflation-cool-down-august/https://www.ndtvprofit.com/markets/us-stocks-erase-opening-gains-after-volatile-wednesday-as-traders-assess-fresh-economic-datahttps://www.economist.com/economic-and-financial-indicators/2024/09/12/economic-data-commodities-and-marketsOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:47) Xi may be holding back on economic stimulus because of Trump's tariff threat, an economist says(00:03:26) ENC shoppers and economics expert react to inflation cool down in August(00:06:02) US Stocks Erase Opening Gains After Volatile Wednesday As Traders Assess Fresh Economic Data(00:08:45) Economic data, commodities and markets

Uranium Project’s Improved Economics, Vodafone Idea’s Fund-Raising Plan, and Economic Sentiment Ahead of Fed Meeting

Updated production target improves economics at Tiris Uranium Project. Vodafone Idea's fund-raising plan on track. Economic sentiment increases slightly ahead of the September Fed meeting. Plus, insights into the economic prospects in times of transition.Sources:https://investingnews.com/updated-production-target-improves-economics-at-tiris-uranium-project/https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/telecom/vodafone-idea-says-techno-economic-evaluation-by-banks-over-fund-raising-plan-on-track-12820064.htmlhttps://civicscience.com/economic-sentiment-increases-slightly-ahead-of-the-september-fed-meeting/https://doralfamilyjournal.com/economic-prospects-in-times-of-transition/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Updated Production Target Improves Economics at Tiris Uranium Project(00:03:14) Economic Sentiment Increases Slightly Ahead of the September Fed Meeting(00:06:28) Economic prospects in times of transition

UK Economy Stagnates, Toxic Workplaces’ Economic Impact, China’s Growth Surpasses US

The UK economy unexpectedly flatlines for a second month, raising concerns about the recovery. Explore the economic cost of toxic workplaces and their impact on productivity and GDP. Discover how China's economic growth outpaced the US under the Trump administration. Plus, delve into the latest US Census Bureau report on household incomes and the widening disparities across racial and gender lines.Sources:https://www.theguardian.com/business/article/2024/sep/11/uk-economy-unexpectedly-flatlines-for-second-month-in-rowhttps://finshots.in/archive/the-economic-cost-of-toxic-workplaces-sebi-work-culture-india/https://www.counterpunch.org/2024/09/11/under-trump-chinas-economic-growth-nearly-doubled-the-growth-of-the-us/https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/09/10/household-income/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) UK economy unexpectedly flatlines for second month in row(00:03:15) The economic cost of toxic workplaces(00:05:33) Under Trump, China's Economic Growth Nearly Doubled the Growth of the US(00:08:08) Household incomes rose last year for the first time since 2019

Geothermal Hybrid Power Plants: Unlocking the Potential of Renewable Energy

A study evaluates the economics of geothermal hybrid power plants, showcasing their potential to overcome challenges in the energy market. Plus, tourism at Big Bend National Park fuels the regional economy, and Andrew Ackerman joins Simply Economics to cover the Federal Reserve and financial regulatory policy. Also, can Mario Draghi's plan spark Europe's struggling economy back to life?Sources:https://www.thinkgeoenergy.com/study-evaluates-the-economics-of-geothermal-hybrid-power-plants/https://www.newswest9.com/article/money/economy/tourism-big-bend-national-park-economic-boom-regional-economy/513-98d0973d-34f3-4498-a9b8-1da6dae466f7https://www.washingtonpost.com/pr/2024/09/09/andrew-ackerman-joins-posts-economics-desk-cover-federal-reserve-financial-regulatory-policy/https://www.economist.com/finance-and-economics/2024/09/09/can-anything-spark-europes-economy-back-to-lifeOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Study evaluates the economics of geothermal hybrid power plants(00:03:11) Tourism at Big Bend National Park an economic boom for regional economy(00:05:49) Andrew Ackerman joins The Post’s Economics desk to cover the Federal Reserve and financial regulatory policy(00:07:56) Can anything spark Europe’s economy back to life?

Eurozone Investor Confidence Deteriorates, Geothermal Hybrid Power Plants Evaluated

Eurozone investor confidence weakens as German chaos persists. Study evaluates the economics of geothermal hybrid power plants. Plus, a lighter US economic calendar allows focus on China woes. Also, life stages and economics determine home renovation spending.Sources:https://www.rttnews.com/3473775/eurozone-sentix-investor-confidence-deteriorates-on-german-chaos.aspxhttps://www.thinkgeoenergy.com/study-evaluates-the-economics-of-geothermal-hybrid-power-plants/https://www.forexlive.com/news/a-lighter-us-economic-calendar-is-a-chance-to-focus-on-china-woes-20240909/https://www.furnituretoday.com/research-and-analysis/life-stages-economics-determine-home-renovation-spending/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Eurozone Sentix Investor Confidence Deteriorates On German Chaos(00:02:57) Study evaluates the economics of geothermal hybrid power plants(00:05:32) A lighter US economic calendar is a chance to focus on China woes(00:08:16) Life stages, economics determine home renovation spending