Economic Policy - Page 34

Some swing state voters say economy will impact their 2024 presidential vote

March 8, 2024

Some swing state voters say economy will impact their 2024 presidential vote

As Biden tries to hold on to the White House, more than 60% of Americans say they disapprove of his handling of the economy. Some swing state voters say economy will affect their vote.

UAW threatening strike at country's largest Ford factory

February 16, 2024

UAW threatening strike at country's largest Ford factory

The United Auto Workers union is threatening to go on strike next week at Ford Motor Co.'s Louisville plant, its largest and most profitable factory.

Japan and Italy to increase cooperation, economic ties as Rome looks for a stronger Indo-Pacific presence

February 5, 2024

Japan and Italy to increase cooperation, economic ties as Rome looks for a stronger Indo-Pacific presence

Japanese and Italian leaders discussed a push in cooperation for security and defense as Rome looks to increase its Indo-Pacific presence throughout the region.

Tunisia wants to borrow billions from its central bank to address deficits. Experts call that risky

January 31, 2024

Tunisia wants to borrow billions from its central bank to address deficits. Experts call that risky

Critics allege that Saied has sought to undermine Tunisia's institutions since assuming power, and argue that the move could hasten inflation.

Protesting farmers heap pressure on new French prime minister ahead of hotly anticipated measures

January 26, 2024

Protesting farmers heap pressure on new French prime minister ahead of hotly anticipated measures

Angry farmers shut down key stretches of French highways, as they demand that the government take measures to protect their industry, and boost their earnings.

Argentina's president faces 1-day general strike as foes seek to derail his austerity agenda

January 24, 2024

Argentina's president faces 1-day general strike as foes seek to derail his austerity agenda

Public sector unions, social groups, and political actors affiliated with the Peronist party joined forces in Argentina to take to the streets in protest of President Javier Milei's reforms.

Israel, Ukraine, and AI are among expected discussion topics at the upcoming World Economic Forum

January 9, 2024

Israel, Ukraine, and AI are among expected discussion topics at the upcoming World Economic Forum

Figures such as Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, new Argentina President Javier Milei, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and many more will attend the WEF.

PepsiCo products are being pulled from some Carrefour grocery stores in Europe over price hikes

January 5, 2024

PepsiCo products are being pulled from some Carrefour grocery stores in Europe over price hikes

Carrefour, a global supermarket company, announced it will discontinue sales of PepsiCo products at some stores in Europe, following what they allege are unreasonable price hikes.

Argentine court suspends labor changes in a blow to President Milei's economic plan

January 3, 2024

Argentine court suspends labor changes in a blow to President Milei's economic plan

A three-judge panel has ruled that President Milei's labor reforms extended beyond his presidential authority and required Congressional oversight.

China, Russia suffer setback to global ambitions with major player refusing to join trading bloc

December 30, 2023

China, Russia suffer setback to global ambitions with major player refusing to join trading bloc

Argentinian President Javier Milei campaigned against close ties to communist-led countries and insisted that his country would align with the "free nations of the West."