Simply Economics

Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightforward updates from the world of economics.

Listen on:

  • Apple Podcasts
  • Podbean App
  • Spotify
  • Amazon Music
  • iHeartRadio
  • PlayerFM

Episodes

Friday Mar 08, 2024

Explore the implications of a post-labor economy on capitalism, the challenges faced by the stock market in Pakistan, the economic benefits of investing in women, and the establishment of the David Feldman Centre for Real Estate and Urban Economics at the University of Toronto. Gain valuable insights into the future of economics, global market dynamics, gender equality, and the transformation of real estate education and urban economics.Sources:https://newatlas.com/technology/post-labor-economics-shapiro/https://www.dawn.com/news/1819876https://www.unescap.org/blog/investing-women-more-just-good-economics-its-crucial-sustainable-societyhttps://indiaeducationdiary.in/university-of-toronto-secures-15-million-for-the-david-feldman-centre-for-real-estate-and-urban-economics-at-rotman-school-of-management/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Post-labor economics: Will capitalism work once we don't need to?(00:04:16) Stocks extend losses on economic uncertainty(00:06:43) Investing in women is more than just good economics, it’s crucial to a sustainable society(00:10:32) University of Toronto Secures $15 Million for The David Feldman Centre for Real Estate and Urban Economics at Rotman School of Management

Thursday Mar 07, 2024

Egypt boosts economic resilience with an $8 billion IMF deal. Tony Elumelu advocates for privatization of electricity transmission lines in Nigeria. Plus, economic predictions for 2024 and the potential economic impacts of a conference center in Medford.Sources:https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/egypt-boosts-economic-resilience-inks-8-billion-imf-deal-697481https://nairametrics.com/2024/03/07/tony-elumelu-calls-for-privatization-of-electricity-transmission-lines-to-boost-economic-growth/https://seekingalpha.com/article/4676480-5-economic-predictions-for-2024https://www.kdrv.com/video/economic-impacts-of-a-conference-center-in-medford/video_d82dc81c-d6e9-5425-98ce-62566891c43f.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:42) Egypt boosts economic resilience: Inks $8 billion IMF deal(00:03:28) Tony Elumelu calls for privatization of electricity transmission lines to boost economic growth(00:06:02) 5 Economic Predictions For 2024(00:09:18) Economic impacts of a conference center in Medford

Wednesday Mar 06, 2024

Look for a higher gold price this year and next as experts predict a rise to $2,100 an ounce. Neale Mahoney named director of Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research, bringing valuable experience to bridge academia and policy. Plus, China's strong commodity imports defy weak economic data, and a study shows the economic benefits of refugees.Sources:https://www.kitco.com/news/article/2024-03-05/look-higher-gold-price-year-and-next-capital-economicshttps://stanforddaily.com/2024/03/05/neale-mahoney-named-director-of-stanford-institute-for-economic-policy-research/https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/Why-Chinas-Strong-Commodity-Imports-Defy-Weak-Economic-Data.htmlhttps://www.wfmj.com/clip/15455784/study-shows-economic-benefits-of-refugeesOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Look for a higher gold price this year and next(00:03:07) Neale Mahoney named director of Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research(00:05:46) Why China's Strong Commodity Imports Defy Weak Economic Data(00:09:19) Study shows economic benefits of refugees

Tuesday Mar 05, 2024

China sets its 2024 economic growth target at around 5%. Nigerian fintech startup, Brass, temporarily disengages workers due to economic downturn. Plus, deepening economic problems as China's National People's Congress meets. Also, ASEAN and Australia move closer on climate and economic security.Sources:https://english.kyodonews.net/news/2024/03/67d399ea008c-urgent-china-sets-2024-economic-growth-target-at-around-5.htmlhttps://nairametrics.com/2024/03/05/nigerian-fintech-startup-brass-to-temporarily-disengage-workers-blames-economic-downturn/https://www.wsws.org/en/articles/2024/03/05/sirb-m05.htmlhttps://asia.nikkei.com/Politics/International-relations/ASEAN-and-Australia-move-closer-on-climate-and-economic-securityOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:41) China sets 2024 economic growth target at around 5%(00:03:27) Nigerian fintech startup, Brass to temporarily disengage workers, blames economic downturn(00:06:00) Deepening economic problems as China’s National People’s Congress meets(00:09:17) ASEAN and Australia move closer on climate and economic security

Monday Mar 04, 2024

UK businesses on tenterhooks ahead of UK Spring Budget 2024. The Australian dollar muted ahead of key economic data. China to remain a key engine for global growth. Germany's economic reckoning and its implications for Europe. Stay informed with Simply Economics as we cover these important economic developments.Sources:https://the-cfo.io/2024/03/04/uk-businesses-on-tenterhooks-ahead-of-uk-spring-budget-2024/https://www.tradingview.com/news/te_news:405270:0-aussie-muted-ahead-of-key-economic-data/https://www.ecns.cn/news/2024-03-04/detail-ihcyipmf1894741.shtmlhttps://www.foreignaffairs.com/germany/germanys-economic-reckoningOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) UK businesses on tenterhooks ahead of UK Spring Budget 2024(00:03:48) Aussie Muted Ahead of Key Economic Data(00:05:22) China to remain key engine for global growth(00:08:32) Germany’s Economic Reckoning

Sunday Mar 03, 2024

Taiwan locks horns with China, asserting independence and criticizing China's response. Explore the complex relationship between Taiwan and China. Plus, a thought-provoking analysis on economic stimulus programs without politics. Also, China's economic rebound in 2023 and its implications. And, Powell's testimony and economic indicators shaping the commodities market sentiment.Sources:https://www.livemint.com/news/world/taiwan-china-joseph-wu-economic-slump-india-democracy-communism-grey-zones-tactics-11709449327944.htmlhttps://www.abc.net.au/news/2024-03-03/recession-sahm-rule-australia-automatic-stimulus-payments/103537772https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202403/03/WS65e3b0b7a31082fc043ba349.htmlhttps://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/commodities/powells-testimony-and-economic-indicators-to-shape-commodities-market-sentiment-12389941.htmlOutline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:39) Taiwan locks horns with China, says ‘not puppets, focus on your economic slump’(00:02:46) If we could take politics out of economic stimulus programs, what would happen?(00:05:45) China's economic activity rebounds in 2023: IMF(00:07:58) Powell's testimony and economic indicators to shape commodities market sentiment

Saturday Mar 02, 2024

Discover how the National Economic Resilience Data Explorer (NERDE) empowers community leaders. Explore China's strategic economic policies amidst Western narratives. Learn about Siouxland's fourth consecutive year as a top economic development performer. Find out how Greater Lexington climbed higher in U.S. economic development rankings.Sources:https://www.eurekalert.org/news-releases/1036182https://english.news.cn/20240302/f7b0077c813948d98cf27aec53595c24/c.htmlhttps://siouxcityjournal.com/news/local/siouxland-magazine-site-economic-development/article_b99bcab4-d80d-11ee-b045-070998ddefea.htmlhttps://www.lanereport.com/171582/2024/03/lexington-climbs-higher-in-u-s-economic-development-rankings/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:44) Argonne upgrade lets data portal users ​“get NERDE” about economic resilience(00:04:09) China navigates economic challenges with innovative, synergistic policy strength(00:08:40) Siouxland named tops for economic development for the fourth year in a row by Site Selection magazine(00:11:24) Lexington climbs higher in U.S. economic development rankings

Friday Mar 01, 2024

Nebraska's economy is on the rise with a 0.58% increase in the leading economic indicator. Construction cost pressures are easing, potentially leading to increased investment. The economic impact of migrant labor in the US is explored, highlighting their contributions. Iron County businesses are facing challenges due to rising prices and decreased tourism. Stay informed about these economic developments on Simply Economics.Sources:https://news.unl.edu/newsrooms/today/article/nebraska-leading-economic-indicator-rises-058/https://reactnews.com/article/tritax-flags-improving-development-economics/https://www.10news.com/news/local-news/the-economic-impact-of-migrant-labor-in-the-united-stateshttps://www.uppermichiganssource.com/2024/03/01/iron-county-businesses-face-economic-challenges/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:38) Nebraska leading economic indicator rises 0.58%(00:02:34) Tritax flags improving development economics(00:04:38) The economic impact of migrant labor in the United States(00:06:43) Iron County businesses face economic challenges

Thursday Feb 29, 2024

Get the latest on the state of the US economy with a slight revision down in economic growth. Plus, important economic indicators like the US PCE deflators and national inflation readings will be released. Also, ASEAN's balancing act between economic nationalism and development and the booming semiconductor industry in the AI revolution.Sources:https://www.marketplace.org/shows/marketplace-minute/economic-growth-revised-down-slightly/https://www.fxstreet.com/analysis/us-pce-todays-economic-calendar-finally-gets-interesting-202402290735https://www.thailand-business-news.com/asean/128476-aseans-balancing-act-navigating-economic-nationalism-and-developmenthttps://www.rogueeconomics.com/inside-wall-street/the-economics-of-ai-hardware/Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) Economic growth revised down slightly(00:02:17) US PCE: Today’s economic calendar finally gets interesting(00:06:31) ASEAN's Balancing Act: Navigating Economic Nationalism and Development(00:08:38) The Economics of AI Hardware

Tuesday Feb 27, 2024

The wealth of generations: Exploring the changing dynamics of wealth accumulation and saving patterns in the US. Economic integration in Asia-Pacific 'ranks close' to European Union: ADB report highlights progress and challenges. Economic reform is crucial for growth in Brazil: Analysis reveals correlation between economic freedom and prosperity. Achieving Economic Resilience in a Post-Pandemic Landscape: Mauritius' success story and strategies for recovery.Sources:https://cepr.org/voxeu/columns/wealth-generationshttps://english.news.cn/20240227/42beae70e1d84b2abc0f9f8ce2d2341b/c.htmlhttps://www.atlanticcouncil.org/in-depth-research-reports/books/economic-reform-is-crucial-for-growth-in-brazil/https://lexpress.mu/node/531988Outline:(00:00:00) Introduction(00:00:40) The wealth of generations(00:03:57) Economic integration in Asia-Pacific "ranks close" to European Union: ADB(00:05:51) Economic reform is crucial for growth in Brazil(00:09:02) Achieving Economic Resilience in a Post-Pandemic Landscape

Copyright 2024 All rights reserved.

Version: 20241125