Japan’s gross domestic product declined by 0.4% in the three months ending in September, a smaller contraction than the anticipated 0.6% drop, supported by steady spending from both […]
New Educational Modules Integrate Environmental and Social Issues into Economics Curriculum
The Economics in Context Initiative (ECI) has updated a series of teaching modules designed to incorporate pressing environmental and social challenges into undergraduate and graduate economics education. These […]
Reviewing Economic Development Progress and Challenges in 2025
As 2025 unfolds, stakeholders are assessing the trajectory of economic development efforts across various regions. The year has brought both advancements and obstacles in shaping sustainable growth models, […]
Ohio Unveils $25 Million Residential Economic Development District Program to Boost Workforce Housing
The Ohio Department of Development has announced the launch of a new initiative aimed at expanding affordable housing near major economic development zones. The Residential Economic Development District […]
The Winner’s Curse: When Winning an Auction Feels Like a Loss
Have you ever placed the highest bid on an item in an online auction, only to later feel like you paid far more than it was worth? This […]
Abu Dhabi Expands Economic Partnerships with Singapore and India
Abu Dhabi’s Department of Economic Development is leading a delegation to Singapore and India from November 17 to 21, aiming to strengthen ties with leading global economies. The […]
Japan’s Economy Enters Contraction After Six Quarters of Growth
Japan’s economy has declined for the first time in six quarters, ending a sustained period of expansion. The downturn follows mounting pressure from international trade policies and tariff-related […]
Japan’s Economy Shrinks After Trade Impact
Japan’s economy has contracted for the first time in six quarters, marking a shift in its recent growth trajectory. The decline is attributed to the impact of global […]
Hassett Deflects Questions on Rising Holiday Food Costs
Kevin Hassett, director of the White House National Economic Council and a senior economic adviser to Donald Trump, struggled to defend claims about declining Thanksgiving meal prices during […]
Signs of Economic Strain Amid AI and Data Center Boom
Recent developments point to growing instability beneath the surface of a U.S. economy seemingly powered by artificial intelligence and data infrastructure. While official metrics suggest steady growth, underlying […]