The past four years have been a particularly fraught time in global trade. Indeed, much of this turmoil has been a direct result of the tariff policies imposed by the U.S. Underlying the positive reactions were those who initially reacted to these policies with concern and apprehension. Look a little...
The global economy is a labyrinth of rapidly shifting interrelated markets. As a dominant small-c coastal power, the United States needs to be careful how it sails these waters in order to protect its interests. We have a largely overlooked but powerful tool at our disposal—tariffs, or taxes on imported...
The energy landscape in the United States is rapidly evolving. It’s in a constant dance with global politics, economic policies, and consumer demand. The recent imposition of tariffs on Venezuelan oil recently created a firestorm. These tariffs have come under criticism for potentially increasing gasoline prices and affecting U.S. consumer...
Beginning April 2, the United States will slap on a massive 25% tariff. This tariff directly punishes countries, like China and India, that are buying oil and gas from Venezuela. Former President Donald Trump introduced the novel trade restriction, blaming Venezuela’s purported behavior as the reason for the tariff. This...
Tariffs are intended to shield U.S. businesses by increasing the price of foreign goods, thereby reducing competition from abroad. Critics are taking aim at their inflationary effects and general impact on the economy. The Trump administration did exactly this on a massive scale using these tariffs. Today, they continue to...
We hear about it constantly. Famed for it being a leading indicator of economic prosperity, a weather vane on the roof of our national wallet. But is it really the gold standard, best measure ever, metrics by which all other metrics should be judged? As a journalist who has spent...
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Summary This piece dives deep into the startling effects of economic uncertainty on both mental health and consumer activity. This animated short dives into the psychological impact of recessions. Together, low consumer confidence and a fear of living in isolation can further increase stress, anxiety, and depression. By examining various...
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At the same time, the United States has increased its reliance on sanctions as a tool of foreign policy. Now, it focuses on individuals, countries and entities across the globe. These measures are put in place by the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC). Their purpose is to shape behavior...
Artificial intelligence has gone from an imagined technological fantasy to an integral part of our everyday lives. From super-personalized recommendations on our separate site OverTraders.com to the algorithms that are reshaping our financial markets, AI’s influence can’t be overstated. This rapid integration comes with a chilling undercurrent: the potential for...
Obesity is the biggest threat to public health in the world, impacting nearly 650 million people worldwide. Yet it doesn’t stop there — the burden of transportation inequities weighs heavily on mental and emotional health. Real people are dealing with unfortunate obstacles while attempting to lose weight. As a result,...
The quick fix is perhaps the most potent temptation of all, particularly in the realm of weight loss. We know we’re all living in a world bombarded with images of unrealistic bodies. After all, the allure of losing weight with no effort — just a prescription — is difficult to...