economic growth

October 17, 2018
economic news roundup and global learning crisis
Published by Elaine Schwartz at October 17, 2018
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Where Education and Healthcare Could Be Better

The new World Bank Human Capital Index was created to encourage the leaders of 157 countries to improve their healthcare and education.

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July 4, 2018
economic indepencer and Alexander Hamilton's development plan
Published by Elaine Schwartz at July 4, 2018
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Celebrating Alexander Hamilton’s Economic Independence

Relevant today, the timeless ideas in Alexander Hamilton's development plan are about sovereign debt, banking, and economic growth.

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June 13, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and North Korean prices
Published by Elaine Schwartz at June 13, 2018
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The Mystery of the North Korean Economy

Looking at the North Korean economy, economists have to become detectives because the government refuses to share basic statistics.

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April 25, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and weather economics
Published by Elaine Schwartz at April 25, 2018
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When the Economy Is Like the Weather

Economic forecasting can frequently be inaccurate because of changing numbers and human bias or, as Yogi Berra reputedly said, "It's tough to make predictions, especially about the future."

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April 2, 2018
Weekly Economic News Roundup and product placement
Published by Elaine Schwartz at April 2, 2018
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Where to Find an Inventor

To fuel the innovation that jumpstarts economic growth, researchers have figured out less traditional ways that will encourage more people to become inventors.

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