Economist
Coverage of Economist in the Nexus archive.
- How Xinjiang offers Hong Kong a bridge to Central Asia — and what the risks are
Hong Kong businesses can use Xinjiang's connectivity with Central Asia to expand into new markets, while Hong Kong's financial and trade services may help regional businesses enter Southeast Asia. However, an economist and textile industry veteran have warned of risks for Hong Kong businesses linking with Xinjiang, citing Western sanctions on officials and entities tied to the Xinjiang Uygur.
- White-collar America is having a nervous breakdown about AI
White-collar workers in America are experiencing anxiety over AI's impact. An economist noted uncertainty about the future for this group, stating it may not end up 'on top.'
- Alan Greenspan, economist and longtime head of the Federal reserve, dies at 100
Alan Greenspan, economist and head of the Federal Reserve, has died at 100. The article notes his role as an economist and his leadership position at the Federal Reserve.
- US inflation hits highest level in three years
US inflation reached 4.2% in May, the highest in three years, driven by the Iran war increasing energy prices. Core inflation rose to 2.9%. The Federal Reserve faces pressure to raise interest rates, but markets expect no change in the upcoming meeting chaired by Kevin Warsh, despite President Donald Trump's demand for rate cuts.
- More than half of Americans say they ‘definitely will vote’ in midterms: Poll
More than half of Americans (57%) say they will definitely vote in the November midterms, according to a new Economist/YouGov poll. An additional 11% said they probably will vote, while 11% indicated they may or may not vote.