The global economy has transformed considerably since the Bretton Woods system was established in 1944, initially built on fixed exchange rates which enabled profound economic integration. Although this arrangement was discarded in 1973, the movement towards globalization continued, reaching its
The evolving trade dynamics between the U.S. and China herald the return of mercantilist policies aimed at redefining global economic balances. As these two economic giants engage in a power struggle, both nations employ tariffs and currency manipulation to gain strategic advantages in an
The RecessionAlert Weekly Leading Economic Index (WLEI) is a composite index crafted to anticipate recessions in the U.S. economy. By leveraging over 20 diverse time-series data points across multiple economic sectors, this tool aims to provide early warnings of potential downturns. As such, it has
With President Donald Trump set to deliver a major speech to Congress, there is a mounting sense of economic anxiety as his economic policies come under scrutiny. Initially, Trump experienced a surge in consumer confidence following his election, but recent polls reveal a significant decline in
President Donald Trump's announcement of new tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China, which are set to commence on March 4, 2025, signifies a major policy shift aimed at combating drug trafficking, particularly fentanyl, into the United States. This development is poised to have
The first 100 days of Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's administration have been marked by economic uncertainty and market instability, leaving investors and citizens alike unsure about the future. President Prabowo’s economic strategies and their consequences on Indonesia's financial health
