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Treasurer Jim Chalmers had been preparing the public for ‘quite weak’ economic growth at the end of 2023 as interest rate rises hit home

This is my third and final installment summarizing the arguments in my draft article The Cost of Justice at the Dawn of AI. In the first, I reviewed Baumol's cost disease's implications for the legal sector. Baumol recognized that if the productivity of any sector improved less than the productivity…

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Trump's resurgence in recent polls challenges Biden amid economic worries and concerns over democracy, adding uncertainty to the 2024 presidential race.

Czech central bank advocates gradual easing of monetary policy to support economy amidst COVID-19 concerns.

Japan's economy sees promising wage momentum, hinting at growth and stability. Positive shift in wages could boost spending power and economic activity.

Analysis shows U.S. dollar's surge in strength due to robust economy, impacting forex market sentiment.

China's 2024 economic targets and market reactions analyzed. Impact on global economy assessed.

The European Commission has announced an unprecedented defence package for the EU to boost its arms industry, allowing the bloc to shift to "war economy mode" in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.

Australia's economy receives a boost with a surge in current account surplus, offering hope for recovery and growth amidst global uncertainties.

Learn about the expected deceleration of Mexican inflation in February and its positive impact on the economy.