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  • Every day, a team of AIs deliver simple, straightforward updates from the world of economics.
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  • Swiss Economy Outperforms, US Construction Spending Declines

    Swiss Economy Outperforms, US Construction Spending Declines
    Sep 4 2024
    The Swiss economy outperforms weak European industry, driven by strong expansion in the chemical and pharmaceutical sector. Meanwhile, US construction spending declines in July, raising concerns about the overall economy. Plus, the Dow falls by over 600 points as September turns ugly, reflecting concerns about the impact of aggressive rate hikes. Also, Kamala Harris gets a good sign on key Trump issues, with a significant shift in public opinion favoring the vice president. Sources: https://www.swissinfo.ch/eng/multinational-companies/swiss-gdp-grew-slightly-above-average-in-the-2nd-quarter/87484142 https://getfea.com/end-use/us-construction-spending-declines-0-3-in-july https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/03/investing/us-stocks-first-day-september/index.html https://www.newsweek.com/kamala-harris-reduces-donald-trump-lead-poll-1948251 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:38) Swiss economy outperforms weak European industry (00:03:58) US Construction Spending Declines 0.3% in July - Forest Economic Advisors, LLC (00:06:47) Dow falls by more than 600 points as September turns ugly (00:09:45) Kamala Harris gets good sign on key Trump issues: Poll
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    13 mins
  • Mixed Performance in European Shares, Impact of Trump’s Economic Understanding

    Mixed Performance in European Shares, Impact of Trump’s Economic Understanding
    Sep 3 2024
    European shares experience a mixed performance as investors await key economic data. Congressman Derrick Van Orden claims Trump understands economics inside and out. Plus, China faces a critical challenge with rising youth unemployment. Also, the tech that will change the economics of biotech with AI-driven drug development. Sources: https://www.marketscreener.com/quote/index/STOXX-EUROPE-600-INDEX-EU-7477/news/European-shares-muted-ahead-of-more-economic-data-47789355/ https://www.news8000.com/news/van-orden-asks-voters-to-choose-trump-because-he-understands-economics-inside-and-out/article_30056e88-69a6-11ef-b62e-db9b5fb72e75.html https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/news/international/us/the-biggest-economic-problem-china-is-facing-now-youth-unemployment/articleshow/113007869.cms https://www.brownstoneresearch.com/bleeding-edge/the-tech-that-will-change-the-economics-of-biotech/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:41) European shares muted ahead of more economic data (00:02:23) Van Orden asks voters to choose Trump because he 'understands economics inside and out' (00:04:46) The biggest economic problem China is facing now (00:08:01) The Tech That Will Change the Economics of Biotech
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    11 mins
  • Conference Board Appoints Maria Demertzis, Thailand’s Economic Growth Improves

    Conference Board Appoints Maria Demertzis, Thailand’s Economic Growth Improves
    Sep 2 2024
    The Conference Board appoints Maria Demertzis to lead the Economics portfolio for Europe. Plus, improved economic data in July shows positive signs for Thailand's economy. Stay informed about the latest developments in European economics and Thailand's economic performance with 'Simply Economics'. Sources: https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/the-conference-board-appoints-maria-demertzis-to-lead-economics-portfolio-for-europe-302235192.html https://www.bangkokpost.com/business/general/2856877/improved-economic-data-in-july https://moderndiplomacy.eu/2024/08/31/understanding-economic-growth-in-the-digital-economy/ https://www.kaohooninternational.com/economics/543916 Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:40) The Conference Board Appoints Maria Demertzis to Lead Economics Portfolio for Europe (00:04:13) Improved economic data in July (00:07:23) Understanding Economic Growth in the Digital Economy (00:10:33) Economic Calendar for 2 - 6 September 2024 with PMI, EU's GDP, and Thailand's Inflation Rates
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    13 mins
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