Tag: GROWTH
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India’s Economic Outlook: Stability, Growth, and Strategic Optimism
India is stepping into a new era of economic promise, driven by a mix of policy precision and strategic optimism. At the center of this transformation is the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), whose recent actions reflect a clear vision of balancing stability with growth. In a world still grappling with inflation, supply chain shifts,…
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The One, Big, Beautiful Bill: A Boost for Small Businesses and a Window for Small Cap Investors
The House Republican tax bill, widely referred to as the One, Big, Beautiful Bill, has officially passed—marking a significant legislative victory aimed at strengthening the backbone of the American economy: small businesses. This newly enacted law delivers sweeping tax relief designed to support over 26 million small businesses nationwide. With provisions including an increased pass-through…
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Trump and Saudi Crown Prince Sign 2025 Agreement in Riyadh
President Trump signed the economic cooperation agreement with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman and co-chaired the Saudi-U.S. Investment Forum 2025 in Riyadh. The historic bond between the United States and Saudi Arabia grew even stronger on Tuesday, as the two nations inked a significant economic partnership agreement and a slew of energy deals that…
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The digital divide seems to be narrowing, not just in internet speeds
India, the land of ancient wisdom and modern tech marvels, is now striding ahead as the champion of daily AI adoption. Imagine a world where AI is as commonplace as chai in the morning or cricket in the evening. It’s a reality for a staggering 41% of Indians, who have embraced the AI revolution with…
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France’s Growing Double Deficit in 2025: Economic Risks and Outlook
France is currently grappling with a deepening economic imbalance marked by what analysts call a “double deficit” — a simultaneous widening of the trade deficit and a persistent public spending shortfall. In February 2025, the trade deficit surged to EUR 7.9 billion, the highest since September of the previous year. This marked a sharp increase…
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Danantara: Indonesia’s Bold Bet on Economic Transformation
Indonesia has taken a bold step toward economic transformation with the launch of Danantara, its newly established sovereign wealth fund. Spearheaded by President Prabowo Subianto, Danantara seeks to catapult the nation toward an ambitious 8% annual economic growth target by 2029. At the core of its strategy is the consolidation of all state-owned enterprise (SOE)…
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Africa’s Economic Future: A Continent on the Rise by 2030
Africa is at a turning point. With its population projected to reach the world’s largest working-age demographic by 2040, the continent is primed for rapid economic expansion. By 2030, approximately 1 billion Africans will be of working age, offering an immense workforce that, if utilized effectively, can transform Africa into a global economic powerhouse. Economic…
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Switzerland’s Banking Dilemma: Balancing Growth and Risk with UBS
Switzerland faces a pivotal moment in its financial history as concerns grow over the size and influence of UBS, the nation’s largest bank. Following UBS’s acquisition of Credit Suisse, the bank’s total assets have swelled to approximately $1.7 trillion—more than double Switzerland’s annual economic output. This scale positions UBS as a dominant financial player but…