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Economist Explains How Romania Avoided 'Junk' Rating
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Economist Explains How Romania Avoided 'Junk' Rating

A renowned economist explained how Romania managed to avoid being downgraded to a 'junk' credit rating, stating that 'we are not Holland.' The economist also issued a warning regarding the country's economic outlook.

Elon Musk Predicts End of Money's Significance and UK Civil War
Businessrzeczpospolita6d ago

Elon Musk Predicts End of Money's Significance and UK Civil War

Elon Musk shared his vision for the coming years with The Economist's editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes. The Tesla and SpaceX CEO predicted that artificial intelligence would soon surpass human intelligence, leading to a future where money's importance diminishes and potentially a civil war in the UK.

Worldeconomist9d ago

Historical Significance of Sieges Explored

A newsletter from The Economist's 'War Room' explores the most significant sieges throughout history, highlighting how entire campaigns and the fate of civilizations have often hinged on such events.

Elon Musk's Vision for the Future
Worldcapital-bg16d ago

Elon Musk's Vision for the Future

Elon Musk describes himself as a modern-day Cassandra, predicting the future better than most but destined not to be believed. He claims people don't realize his predictions will come true, as stated in an interview with The Economist.

Russian Elites Signal Desire for Reset with West
Worldrzeczpospolita18d ago

Russian Elites Signal Desire for Reset with West

An article by Russian billionaire Andrei Melnichenko in 'The Economist' has raised questions about the sentiments among Russian elites in the fifth year of the war with Ukraine, suggesting a desire for a reset with the West.

Karachi Ranked Among Least Liveable Cities by EIU
WorldDawn29d ago

Karachi Ranked Among Least Liveable Cities by EIU

Karachi, Pakistan's largest city and financial center, has once again been ranked by the Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU) as one of the least liveable cities in the world, a source of shame for the country's rulers.

Russian Oligarch Presents Five Scenarios for Russia's Future
Worldaktualne-cz1mo ago

Russian Oligarch Presents Five Scenarios for Russia's Future

Andrey Melnichenko, one of Russia's wealthiest businessmen, has outlined five potential scenarios for Russia's future following its confrontation with the West in an article for The Economist, including what he considers a 'positive' outcome.

Russia Condemns NATO Summit Decisions on Ukraine Aid
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Russia Condemns NATO Summit Decisions on Ukraine Aid

Russia has strongly condemned the decisions made at the NATO summit in Ankara regarding aid to Ukraine, calling them irresponsible and potentially catastrophic. The summit saw agreements on strengthening the alliance and allowing Ukraine to produce Patriot missile interceptors.

Worldeconomist1mo ago

The Economist Tests Forecast Accuracy Using AI

The Economist has utilized artificial intelligence to evaluate and test the accuracy of its own forecasts, addressing the question of whether its predictions are consistently incorrect.

Iran to File FIFA Complaint Over US World Cup Travel Restrictions
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Iran to File FIFA Complaint Over US World Cup Travel Restrictions

Iran announced its intention to lodge a formal complaint with FIFA regarding travel restrictions imposed by the United States during the World Cup. The complaint focuses on the treatment of Iranian fans and officials traveling to the tournament.

Economist Explores Success of Gen Z Socialists
Politicsnaftemporiki1mo ago

Economist Explores Success of Gen Z Socialists

The Economist examines why Gen Z socialists are finding success, noting a shift in the Left's focus beyond traditional themes like wealth redistribution, climate change, or worker participation.

Kyriakos Mitsotakis Attends Crete Investment Conference
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Kyriakos Mitsotakis Attends Crete Investment Conference

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is attending the 'Investing in Change: How Crete is Transforming' conference in Chania. The event, organized by powergame and The Economist, focuses on investment and the transformation of Crete.

Zelensky Urges Trump for Patriot Missiles Amid Critical Air Defense Shortage
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Zelensky Urges Trump for Patriot Missiles Amid Critical Air Defense Shortage

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky sent an urgent letter to Donald Trump and US Congress members, requesting Patriot PAC-3 missiles and highlighting a critical shortage of air defense equipment. Zelensky emphasized the severe risk to Ukraine's skies without US assistance, mentioning a recent Russian attack with Oreshnik missiles.

Helsingin Sanomat Publishes News Quiz
Culturehelsingin-sanomat2mo ago

Helsingin Sanomat Publishes News Quiz

Helsingin Sanomat has released a news quiz designed to test readers' current affairs knowledge. The quiz features ten questions to assess how well readers have kept up with recent news.

Hungary: Tracking the campaign
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Hungary: Tracking the campaign

Vendeline Von Bredow is the Senior Germany correspondent for The Economist, who's also been covering the Hungarian election.

Canadian Billionaire Stephen Smith Acquires 27% Stake in The Economist
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Canadian Billionaire Stephen Smith Acquires 27% Stake in The Economist

Canadian financial services entrepreneur Stephen Smith has finalized the acquisition of over a quarter of The Economist Group's shares from Lady Lynn Forester de Rothschild, marking the first major ownership change for the publication in a decade.

British Funeral Director Jailed for Neglecting Bodies
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British Funeral Director Jailed for Neglecting Bodies

A British funeral director was sentenced to 20 years in prison for neglecting dozens of bodies, some left unburied for months, and providing fake ashes to grieving families. Authorities are now targeting the jailed director's assets.

Businesseconomist17d ago

The Rise of the Deserving Rich

The Economist discusses how today's billionaires are increasingly more likely to have accumulated their wealth through their own efforts rather than inherited means.

Economist Analysis Suggests Turning Point in Ukraine War
Worldhvg19d ago

Economist Analysis Suggests Turning Point in Ukraine War

An analysis by The Economist suggests the war in Ukraine has reached a turning point, citing Ukrainian battlefield successes and noting that while President Zelenskyy is admirable, even he makes mistakes, as shown by a recent defense minister change.

Ukrainian Drones Ignite Fires at Russian Oil Refineries and Port Facilities
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Ukrainian Drones Ignite Fires at Russian Oil Refineries and Port Facilities

Ukrainian drone attacks have targeted and ignited fires at several Russian energy facilities, including one of the largest oil refineries in southern Russia and a key maritime port. These strikes are part of an escalating series of attacks on Russian energy infrastructure.

Businesseconomist1mo ago

Elon Musk and the Era of Corporate Leviathans

The Economist explores the influence of figures like Elon Musk and the rise of corporate leviathans, suggesting that traditional rules of corporate governance may no longer apply to the world's largest companies.

Linguist Danny Bate on Language and Brain Health
Technologydennik-n1mo ago

Linguist Danny Bate on Language and Brain Health

British linguist Danny Bate discusses how using local languages on vacation strengthens the brain and emotions, following his book on the evolution of the alphabet. His book was recognized by The Economist as a top book last year.

Preparations and Rule Changes for the 2026 FIFA World Cup
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Preparations and Rule Changes for the 2026 FIFA World Cup

As the 2026 FIFA World Cup approaches, preparations are underway, including broadcast deals for India and recommendations for Bulgarian fans attending the tournament. FIFA is also implementing new rule changes, such as banning team talks during goalkeeper injury breaks, while teams are focusing on mastering key strategies for success.

Opinioneconomist2mo ago

How Should Economists Treat Morality?

The Economist explores the question of how economists should integrate morality into their analyses, suggesting it can be more than just an external constraint.

Technologyeconomist2mo ago

Economist Warns of Impending AI Jobs Apocalypse

The Economist suggests that while an AI-driven jobs apocalypse has not yet arrived, governments should proactively establish a safety net to prepare for the significant future impact of artificial intelligence on employment.

Israel and Lebanon Agree to Direct Border Negotiations
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Israel and Lebanon Agree to Direct Border Negotiations

Israel and Lebanon held rare direct talks in Washington, D.C., agreeing to begin negotiations on their disputed land and maritime borders. These discussions mark the first direct engagement between the two nations since 1993.

Worldeconomist4mo ago

The Secrets to a Good Employee Survey

An article from The Economist discusses the key elements and secrets behind conducting an effective employee survey, emphasizing various methodologies.

Fears over Exchange Fund discipline overblown: Hong Kong’s dollar peg architect
FinanceSCMP5mo ago

Fears over Exchange Fund discipline overblown: Hong Kong’s dollar peg architect

Hong Kong has adequate safeguards to prevent any misuse of the Exchange Fund, according to the economist known as the “father of the city’s dollar peg”, who called concerns over the government’s decision to draw from the de facto sovereign wealth fund “a little overblown”. John Greenwood said the government’s plan to transfer HK$150 billion (US$19.1 billion) from the fund – which plays an essential role in defending the Hong Kong dollar’s peg to the US dollar – would have no effect on the...

Karachi Ranked Among World's Least Liveable Cities
WorldDawn1mo ago

Karachi Ranked Among World's Least Liveable Cities

Karachi has been listed among the world's least liveable cities, ranking 170th out of 173 cities on the Economist Intelligence Unit’s annual Global Liveability Index 2026, with only Dhaka, Tripoli, and Damascus ranking lower.

Businesseconomist1mo ago

Analysis Questions Quality of Infant Formula

An article from The Economist questions the actual quality of infant formula, suggesting that its benefits might be less than what marketers claim. The piece delves into the nutritional aspects and marketing practices.

The Economist: Ukraine Seeks New Allies
Politicsdelfi-lt3mo ago

The Economist: Ukraine Seeks New Allies

According to The Economist, Ukraine sees an opening window of opportunity and aims to take over Russia's weakening influence wherever possible, as stated by a former Ukrainian diplomat.

Nobel Economist Doubts Anthropic CEO's AI Job Wipeout Warning
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Nobel Economist Doubts Anthropic CEO's AI Job Wipeout Warning

A Nobel Prize-winning economist has expressed skepticism regarding Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei's warning that artificial intelligence will lead to a widespread 'white-collar jobs wipeout.' The economist is not convinced by the dire predictions of significant job displacement in professional sectors due to AI.

The Economist Explores Probability of World War III
Worldn1-bih3mo ago

The Economist Explores Probability of World War III

The Economist discusses the disturbing historical lesson that while world wars affect everyone, the task of avoiding them falls to a select few. The article explores why a Third World War is probable and how it might be averted.

Economist Highlights Growing Strain in Private Credit Market
FinanceeconomistFThotnews4mo ago3 sources

Economist Highlights Growing Strain in Private Credit Market

An analysis from The Economist highlights growing concerns regarding the private credit market, suggesting that a potential downturn could lead to increased borrowing costs across the economy, with some investors reportedly running for the exit.

Canada Hits NATO's 2% Spending Target Under Carney
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Canada Hits NATO's 2% Spending Target Under Carney

Under the leadership of Carney, Canada has finally met NATO's military spending target of 2 percent of its gross domestic product, a benchmark that has previously drawn criticism from American presidents including Trump.