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Italy’s economy was finally back to its pre-financial crisis peak. Getting back to where it started has taken over a decade longer than most other advanced economies, but let’s not be fussy about the details for now… Canada and the … Continue reading →

Key Points: China’s economy is slowing faster than expected, with analysts predicting it will miss its 5% growth target for 2023. Industrial output, retail sales, and real estate investment have all weakened significantly. Youth unemployment in urban areas reached 17%, … Continue reading →

COTD = Chart of the Day According to Malthusian theory, populations grow exponentially but food supplies grow only arithmetically; at some point, therefore, the human population should outgrow its ability to feed itself. – IMF

COTD = Chart of the Day

        Source:  Visual Capitalist

Although $100 may appear to have uniform purchasing power across the United States, the reality is far more nuanced. The purchasing power of money can vary significantly between states, with some regions offering a substantially higher value of spending than … Continue reading →