The Trumps Strike Back, but why?
Populism – the ideology which divides most of an electorate against some ‘other’ elite – is primarily caused by economic marginalisation (the denial of an equal opportunity to participate in a domestic economy). To justify this, I will explain how pertinentmacroeconomic trends throughout the turn of the millennium have exacerbated this issue. Additionally, I will examine a panoply of additional theses for the rise of populism, and demonstrate why, although valid, they are not as pivotal as economic marginalisation in this regard. The best evidence … Continue reading The Trumps Strike Back, but why?
How can we control inflation?
Inflation, a persistent rise in the general level of prices, poses significant challenges to an economy. Controlling inflation is crucial for maintaining economic stability and safeguarding consumers’ purchasing power. High and persistent inflation has been a significant global issue over the past 18 months, with global inflation reaching 9.3% in October 2022. The UK, however, has been hit especially hard by inflation, with price increases … Continue reading How can we control inflation?
To what extent are Covid related supply chain disruptions permanent and what are their effects?
A supply chain is an interconnected network of individuals, companies, and resources involved in manufacturing, distributing, and selling a product to the final buyer. Supply chain management is a crucial process: an optimized supply chain results in lower costs and a faster production cycle for a company. The three national lockdowns have proved to have a detrimental effect on the UK’s economic performance. The pandemic presented unprecedented challenges to global supply chains, disrupting every part of the economy. Demand for certain goods greatly diminished, while others … Continue reading To what extent are Covid related supply chain disruptions permanent and what are their effects?
News Briefing – 12/12/2023
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News Briefing – 27/11/2023
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“Right to buy” Evolution or Revolution
In August 1980 during Margaret Thatcher’s first year in office, her government produced a Housing Act. Despite its lengthy and repetitive nature, its bold intention stood out: “to give … the right to buy their homes … to tenants of local authorities”. It proposed the idea that previously state-owned houses be sold back to the people. These homes were offered at 33% below their market value, … Continue reading “Right to buy” Evolution or Revolution
Do ethical companies deserve excess profits?
The Roman writer Publilius Syrus once wrote that “Everything is worth what its purchaser will pay for it”. This encapsulates the businessman’s mindset on a free market, as producers seek to market their product at the highest price consumers are willing to pay. On the other end of the transaction, the concept of homo economicus teaches us that the consumer always aims to maximise utility from a purchase … Continue reading Do ethical companies deserve excess profits?
Analysing the Economic Impacts of the Israel-Palestine Conflict
On the 7th October 2023, an ongoing armed conflict between Israel and Hamas escalated significantly as a result of a ferocious and unprecedented attack on Israel. For historical context, this is not the first conflict that has arisen between these two groups: since 1948 there has been unrest within the region. The cyclical nature of this conflict poses a great threat to the economies of both … Continue reading Analysing the Economic Impacts of the Israel-Palestine Conflict
Green Bonds: Financing a Sustainable Future
In a world increasingly concerned with environmental sustainability and the impact of climate change, innovative financial instruments (a monetary contract which can be traded e.g. a stock, bond, derivative) have recently emerged as effective tools to fund projects and initiatives aimed at mitigating environmental damage. Of these instruments, green bonds, have gained prominence as a means to raise capital for projects with positive environmental benefits. … Continue reading Green Bonds: Financing a Sustainable Future
African Economies : How have oil and corruption affected Nigeria’s economy?
Nigeria is one of Africa’s most influential nations and holds significant power both economically and geopolitically. With a population of approximately 225 million people, it’s not only the most populated country in Africa but also has the continent’s largest economy. In 2022, Nigeria’s GDP reached an impressive $477.39 billion. Meanwhile, the country has been grappling with pressing challenges of poverty, crime, corruption, and overreliance on … Continue reading African Economies : How have oil and corruption affected Nigeria’s economy?
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