economic growth Archives

What We Can Learn From the Richest Billionaires

When we look at an animated history of the Forbes list of the richest billionaires, we also see some economic history.

Why We Worry About the World’s Faster Roads

Decomposing development, researchers tell us that less road safety can constrain a middle income country’s economic growth.

Economic Growth

Where (Previously) Illegal Activities Gave the GDP New Highs

Thinking of the GDP and marijuana, we can look at how the Canadian economy got a boost after they legalized recreational cannabis in 2018.

Weekly Economic News Roundup and educating young women

human capital

Where Educating More Young Women Will Make a Difference

A source of global gender inequality, educating young women would boost the gross domestic product of many nations.

Weekly Economic News Roundup and economics of abortion access

Gender Issues

The Economic Side of Abortion Access

In addition to the very crucial health impact of abortion access, its economic side adds to our understanding.

Weekly Economic News Roundup household technology

Gender Issues

The Hidden Impact of the Washing Machine

Much more than a source of clean clothing, the washing machine is an example of household technology that impacts women and the economy.

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Where We Are Sure of Economic Uncertainty

Based on newspapers, stock markets, businesses, and households, economic policy uncertainty metrics can explain the pandemic impact.

Weekly Economic News Roundup and global economic outlook

Macroeconomic Measurement

Grading Global Economic Health

Last month, the World Economic Forum (WEF) published its Global Competitiveness Report. The topics are broad and the questions are varied. Based on Executive Opinion Surveys from 126 economies, the answers are supposed to provide insight about short and long…