Economy

On Jan. 15, California lawmakers unveiled a $23 billion science research bond aimed at offsetting recent federal funding losses—and, in a break from past efforts, tying public investment in university research to lower drug prices […]

The logistics industry is one of Germany’s key economic sectors—yet women remain significantly underrepresented in its leadership ranks. To explore the reasons behind this imbalance, Prof. Dr. Fridtjof Langenhan and Prof. Dr. Friedwart Lender, together […]

The Milan Urban Food Policy Pact recently renewed global commitments to sustainable and equitable urban food systems. The pact has been signed by 330 cities around the world that have pledged to improve food production […]

UK inflation may be easing, but many households still find their weekly shop getting more expensive. One key reason is something not captured in headline prices: shrinkflation, where manufacturers reduce pack sizes without reducing the […]

Inward foreign direct investment (IFDI) is known to be a significant driver of local economic development, especially in fostering entrepreneurship. Current studies have conducted in-depth investigations into the impact of IFDI on the survival, productivity, […]

In a world facing rising economic uncertainty and instability, look to cross-border investment activity for solid clues about what’s next for economic growth and foreign exchange rates.This post was originally published on this site

It’s no secret that Uncle Sam has been living beyond his means. During the past 25 years, U.S. national debt as a percentage of gross domestic product has almost tripled to 98%, according to the […]

When inventors move to a U.S. county, the number of successful startups, especially those valued at $1 billion or more, goes up, as inventors become founders, employees and magnets for venture capital investment. But the […]

New research finds companies investing heavily in new technologies despite low returns are often the ones driving tomorrow’s economic progress.This post was originally published on this site

Companies engaging in ‘greenwashing’ to appear more favorable to investors, don’t achieve durable financial stability in the long term, according to a new Murdoch University study.This post was originally published on this site