Microeconomics

Coffee Prices Hit Record Highs as Supply Struggles to Meet Global Demand

Coffee drinkers, brace yourselves: the price of your daily cup is set to rise as global coffee prices hit record…

1 week ago

Chery in Russia: Filling the Gap Left by Western Brands

Chinese automaker Chery has begun assembling vehicles in Russia, taking over production in three factories previously operated by Volkswagen, Mercedes,…

2 months ago

Vancouver’s Affordable Housing Push: Building for a Fairer Future

In a bold move to address the housing crisis, the Heather Lands in Vancouver will soon be home to 2,600…

3 months ago

Apple Faces Criticism Over New Ad Campaign

Apple's latest advertising campaign, intended to highlight the creative potential compacted into its new iPad, has inadvertently ignited a storm…

8 months ago

UK Aiming to Snub Out Smoking For Good

In a bold stride towards public health, the UK Parliament has recently advanced legislation aimed at banning cigarette sales to…

8 months ago

CHIPS act to fuel Samsung’s Texas Expansion

In a move to bolster the United States' semiconductor capacity, the CHIPS Act has earmarked approximately $52 billion in funding…

8 months ago

EU Probes into Chinese Solar Firms for Possible Unfair Subsidies

The European Commission has initiated inquiries into two Chinese solar panel manufacturers amid concerns of potential government subsidies that contravene…

9 months ago

Uber to Pay $271.8 Million in Landmark Australian Settlement

Uber has reached a monumental $271.8 million settlement with Australian taxi and hire car drivers, operators, and license holders. This…

9 months ago

Global Dividends Reach New Heights: $1.66 Trillion Paid Out in 2023

In a financial milestone, dividends paid out to shareholders worldwide soared to a record $1.66 trillion in 2023, reports British…

9 months ago

UK Moves to Prevent Foreign Government Ownership of National Newspaper

The UK government is set to introduce a ban on foreign government ownership of British newspapers and news magazines. This…

9 months ago

AI’s Thirst for Power: The Environmental Cost of Artificial Intelligence

The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought its environmental footprint into sharp focus. Data centers, the powerhouses behind…

10 months ago

Volkswagen and Xpeng Power Up for Electric Future in China

Volkswagen has partnered with Xpeng, a renowned Chinese electric car manufacturer, in a strategic move to reclaim its foothold in…

10 months ago

Thailand’s Strategic Tax Cut on Alcohol to Revitalise Tourism

In a notable effort to rejuvenate its tourism sector, Thailand has announced a reduction in alcohol tax rates. This policy,…

10 months ago

Paris Triples Parking Charges for SUVs in a Push for Greener Streets

In a landmark decision, Parisians have recently voted in favor of tripling parking charges for SUVs, a move aimed at…

11 months ago

Scotland to Increase Alcohol Minimum Price by 30% in Public Health Push

Article: Scotland is set to take a bold step in its public health policy by increasing the minimum price of…

11 months ago

Shein’s IPO Adventure: Navigating the Waters of Global Finance and Regulation

In a recent move that's caught the eyes of many, China has placed Shein, the global online retail giant, under…

11 months ago

UK Government to ban disposable vapes

In a significant move to address the increasing prevalence of vaping among young people, the UK government has announced plans…

11 months ago

Top Hedge Funds Record $67 Billion Gains in 2023

Before diving into the remarkable performance of hedge funds in 2023, it's essential to understand what a hedge fund is.…

11 months ago

California’s Solar Setback: Incentive Cuts Dim the Shine on Rooftop Solar

California, long hailed as a pioneer in renewable energy, has recently made a significant policy shift that dampens the momentum…

11 months ago

China’s BYD Charges Ahead to Dethrone Tesla as EV Market Leader

China's BYD (Build Your Dreams) has made a historic leap in the electric vehicle (EV) sector, surpassing Tesla to become…

11 months ago

Digital Dilemma: Zimbabwe’s Soaring Internet Costs and the Small Business Struggle

In Zimbabwe, small businesses are facing a major economic challenge due to soaring internet costs.  Econet Wireless Zimbabwe, a primary…

12 months ago

Barclays Bank to Cut 5000 Jobs amidst Global Workforce Reduction

Barclays Bank has embarked on a significant restructuring process, reducing its global workforce by 5,000. This decision forms part of…

12 months ago

McDonald’s Innovates with CosMc’s: A Fresh Dining Experience

McDonald's is taking a bold step into the future of fast food with the launch of CosMc's, a groundbreaking concept…

1 year ago

LEGO and Fortnite Unite for a New Gaming Adventure

In a groundbreaking collaboration, LEGO has joined forces with the popular online shooting game, Fortnite, to introduce a unique game…

1 year ago

New Zealand’s U-Turn on Groundbreaking Smoking Ban

In a significant policy reversal, New Zealand's government plans to scrap the "generational smoking ban," a groundbreaking law aimed at…

1 year ago

Soaring Sugar Prices and The Global Economic Impact

The world is currently facing a significant surge in sugar prices, reaching levels unseen since 2011. This escalation, largely due…

1 year ago

Innovating Against Waste: How TGTG Is Tackling the Global Food Waste Challenge

In the vibrant city of Copenhagen, known for its culinary prowess, a group of young entrepreneurs launched a revolutionary startup,…

1 year ago

WeWork Files for Bankruptcy Amidst Debt Challenges and Remote Work Shift

WeWork, the co-working giant that once boasted a valuation of $47 billion, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company,…

1 year ago

Apple Braces for Potential Fourth Quarter Revenue Decline Amid Global Challenges

Apple, the tech giant known for its iPhones and MacBooks, is bracing for its fourth consecutive quarterly revenue decline. As…

1 year ago

Billionaire Tax: The Quest for Fairness!

Billionaires around the world might need to keep a closer eye on their bank accounts. A recent report by the…

1 year ago

Germany’s Boardroom Evolution: More Women Rise to the Top!”

Germany is witnessing a positive shift towards gender equality in its corporate world. A recent report by the AllBright Foundation…

1 year ago

Rolls-Royce Restructuring: 2,500 Jobs on the Chopping Block!

Rolls-Royce, the renowned engineering giant, has unveiled plans to cut up to 2,500 jobs worldwide in a bid to create…

1 year ago

Game On! Microsoft Levels Up with $69 Billion Activision Acquisition!

Microsoft has successfully closed its $69 billion deal to acquire Activision Blizzard, a significant move in the gaming industry. This…

1 year ago

ExxonMobil Digs Deeper into Shale with $60 Billion Pioneer Purchase!

ExxonMobil, a giant in the oil industry, has struck a deal to acquire Pioneer Natural Resources, a major shale oil…

1 year ago

Dr. Martens Laces Up With New Repair Service To Embrace Sustainability

Dr. Martens, the iconic bootmaker, is stepping up its sustainability game by launching a shoe repair service in the UK.…

1 year ago

Lego’s Green Brick Road: The Challenge of Finding Sustainable Materials!

Lego, the renowned toy manufacturer, has decided to abandon its initiative to produce bricks from recycled bottles. This decision comes…

1 year ago

Swiftonomics Strikes: Taylor Swift’s Tour Boosts Hotel Bucks!

Pop sensation Taylor Swift is not only dominating the music charts but is also making a significant impact on the…

1 year ago

Apple’s China Wobble: When Politics Meets Tech!

Apple has hit a snag in China with recent reports suggesting that Chinese government workers have been instructed to stay…

1 year ago

Arm’s Muscle Flex: A $50bn Chip Play on the Nasdaq!

Arm Holdings, the UK-based chip designer, is gearing up for a significant move - they're aiming for a market value…

1 year ago

Luckin Coffee sells big on their new Boozy Brew

Luckin Coffee, a prominent coffee chain in China, recently brewed up a storm with its new offering: an alcohol-infused latte…

1 year ago

Lego Builds Success Despite Industry Decline

While other toy companies are struggling with sales slumps fueled by inflation, Lego is constructing positive results one brick at…

1 year ago

Kleenex to Wipe Away Its Canadian Operations

Kleenex, a household name for facial tissues, is saying goodbye to Canada due to "unique complexities," as stated by Kimberly-Clark,…

1 year ago

Pouring Money Down the Drain: The €200M Plan to Save Wine!

Time to uncork a bottle of economic intrigue: the French government and the European Union are shelling out a whopping…

1 year ago

Shell Ads Axed Over Misleading Clean Energy Claims

Oil and gas titan Shell has faced a ban on some of its advertisements due to misleading claims about the…

2 years ago

Solar Power Shines: Clean Energy Investments Set to Eclipse Oil in 2023

According to a new report from the International Energy Agency (IEA), global investment in energy is expected to reach approximately…

2 years ago

Oil Prices Bounce Back as Saudi Arabia Announces Major Output Cuts

Oil prices have shot upwards following Saudi Arabia's announcement to cut oil production by a million barrels per day (bpd)…

2 years ago

Meta to Sell Giphy to Shutterstock in $262 million loss!

In a surprising turn of events, Meta Platforms has sold Giphy, a popular platform for animated images, to Shutterstock, an…

2 years ago

The UK Economy is sick: The Economic Impact of Rising Illness Rates

The UK's economy is ailing, and this isn't just a figure of speech. More Britons than ever are out of…

2 years ago

Ethiopia to break Up Ethio-telecom’s Mobile Payments Monopoly

In a move that could revolutionize the way people in Ethiopia do business, the government has granted a mobile money…

2 years ago

Genies CEO Banks on ChatGPT to Supercharge Productivity and Cut Costs

The CEO of Genies, a $1 billion avatar tools company, is investing $2,400 a month on ChatGPT Plus accounts for…

2 years ago