Economics

Prediction markets are largely speculative with little economic relevance, but some dedicated traders profit in politics and economics. The podcast 'Odd Lots' discusses this with Brian Golden and Daniel Reichman, members of a private Discord group called MAGA Kiwi Club.

A poll indicates that Democrats and Democratic-leaning independents prefer their party to shift left on economic issues but adopt a more moderate stance on crime and immigration. The findings highlight a divergence in desired policy approaches across different topics.

Yahaya Zakari, a professor of economics and former Vice Chancellor of Zamfara State University, was sworn in as a member of the Zamfara State Executive Council and assigned the budget portfolio.

Andrew Neil expresses concern that Andy Burnham is as economically uninformed as Keir Starmer, particularly regarding economic growth strategies. The article highlights perceived gaps in their understanding of generating growth.

Peter Suderman of Reason warns that Democrats' 'leading lights are not especially sharp' on economics, with the DSA crowd leading them into 'economic fantasyland.' The article's title also references concerns about 'Jew-hate' and other commentary.

The article discusses Trump's AI fund proposal, highlighting that while it may be politically advantageous, it is economically problematic. It argues that plans to distribute technology gains could lead to more issues.

Brussels is increasingly viewing economics as akin to warfare. The article questions whether this approach is necessary.

The article discusses Pakistan's recent diplomatic achievements and evaluates their impact on the country's economic progress. Experts Khurram Husain and Tushar Shetty analyze the connection between diplomacy and economic outcomes.

YCIS HK's Class of 2026 graduates have secured admissions to prestigious universities like Harvard, Stanford, Oxford, Cambridge, Peking, and Tsinghua. The school emphasizes university offers as the first step in a life of service.

The podcast 'Odd Lots' discusses the economic challenges of designing large-scale buildings, emphasizing constraints like resources and the impact of iconic structures on local wealth. It explores strategies to align private developers' interests with public good and examines why some countries foster more landmark projects.

Bitcoin's recent rally has prompted traders to speculate about a potential rise to $80,000. The Plan B Forum Bitcoin conference in San Salvador, El Salvador, highlighted discussions on nation-state Bitcoin adoption, economics, and financial freedom.

Philip Rycroft, former head of the UK's Brexit department, argues Britain should rejoin the EU after unmet promises on economics and immigration. He acknowledges the process would be challenging but emphasizes the need for a 'clear-headed appraisal' of national interests.

Nature published a correction on 23 April 2026 regarding the reproducibility and robustness of research in economics and political science. The article addresses issues in previously published studies within these fields.

The podcast 'Odd Lots' explores the economic factors influencing American oil production, including market dynamics, regulatory challenges, and industry trends. It highlights the interplay between domestic energy policies and global oil prices.

Planet Money, a popular economics podcast, has published a book that explores everyday annoyances through the lens of economic principles. The book aims to make complex economic concepts relatable by connecting them to common frustrations in daily life.