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Economy shrugs off tariff turmoil to outperform peers

Central banks such as the RBA need to be wary of the risks of inflation kicking off again, which could trigger market sell-offs, a global economic body warns.

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‘A defining moment’: Trinidad and Tobago at a crossroads as oil runs out

Fossil fuels made the nation prosperous but as reserves dwindle, do they drill deeper, even as the Caribbean feels the heat of the climate crisis, or shift to a greener economy?

The Guardian - UK

To close its productivity gap, Canada needs to rethink its higher education system

Canada is facing a productivity crisis that threatens wages, competitiveness and long-term prosperity. Canadian productivity lags behind the United States by 28 per cent and ranks 18th among Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries.

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Where in the EU do most young adults have a university degree?

Where do most young Europeans have a higher education degree? A new OECD report reveals sharp contrasts across the EU, with Ireland at the top and Italy at the bottom.

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Here's What Would Happen If We Seized All the Wealth From America's 800 Billionaires

Don't comfort yourself with wishful thinking that millionaires and billionaires could take the entire burden of the deficit off our hands.

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Inflation projections for Europe in 2026: Which countries will have the highest and lowest rates?

Euronews Business takes a closer look at the ECB and OECD inflation projections for the euro area and wider Europe in 2025 and 2026.

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Real household income per capita in Europe: Which countries have the highest increase and decline?

Euronews Business examines how real household income per capita and real GDP per capita changed in the first quarter of 2025.

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Academic research shows UK gender gap underestimated in official data for decades

The gender pay gap in the UK is more than twice that of France and Spain. New research suggests the gap is one percentage point higher than official figures.

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We can’t fix what we don’t track. That’s why Australia needs an official poverty measure

Following last month’s economic reform roundtable, Treasurer Jim Chalmers said all attendees agreed “higher living standards is the holy grail, and a more productive economy is how we deliver it”.

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South Korea trials 4-day weeks and half-days for its stressed-out workers

The East Asian nation known for its grueling work culture is trying to find a better work-life balance for its citizens.

Al Jazeera

Counterfeit Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Hermès bags from China: examining an online phenomenon and its risks for consumers

In mid-April 2025, a wave of videos swept through TikTok claiming that some brands of luxury leather goods, especially French ones, actually make their products in China. The content creators presented themselves as official manufacturers, urging customers to buy bags directly from the source at a fraction of the retail price.

The Conversation

Four reasons why the UK lags behind its rivals on productivity

Many people in the UK feel they are working harder than ever. A higher cost of living and more precarious work arrangements push many households to take on longer hours and multiple jobs. Data back this feeling: from 2010 to 2024, the UK had the largest increase in hours worked…

The Conversation

Chemical companies lobbying MPs not to ban Pfas

Exclusive: Analysis of responses shows firms are urging parliamentarians to limit regulation of ‘forever chemicals’

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Tax revenue as a share of GDP in Europe: Which countries collect the most?

Euronews Business takes a closer look at how much tax European countries collect and what share of their national outputs it represents. Among the top five economies, France records the highest ratio, while the UK has the lowest.

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Global Growth Slows In 2025 As Inflation And Policy Uncertainty Weigh

IMF and OECD revise growth forecasts downward, warning that trade tensions and elevated inflation could dampen investment and global recovery.

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Nursery and crèche: How much do families spend on childcare across Europe?

Among the top economies in Europe, Germany and Italy rank best, both in nominal childcare fees and in salary share spent on nurseries, while the UK remains among the most expensive.

Euronews

Young people neither in employment nor in education: Which European countries are worst affected?

Two-thirds of European countries have not yet met the 9% target for young people who are neither in employment nor in education or training (NEET). Most NEETs are outside the labour force rather than unemployed.

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Reeves leaves no stone unturned as she mulls reforms for property tax

Chancellor and prime minister are latest in a long line of politicians who have tried to squeeze more out of UK property

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2 in 3 Africans will live in cities by 2050: how planners can put this to good use

Africa’s population is projected to nearly double by 2050, with 80% of that growth being concentrated in urban areas, leaving two out of three Africans living in cities. This expansion of cities at an unprecedented rate will bring both challenges and opportunities for African countries. In this edited extract from…

Al Jazeera

Don’t Worry Village: The young S Koreans who left Seoul, seeking community

Disillusioned with Seoul’s work-to-survive lifestyle, a group of Koreans find refuge in the rural ‘Don’t Worry Village’.

Euronews

Property tax across Europe: Which countries collect the most, and what’s their share of total tax?

Property tax policies vary across Europe. In some countries, such as the UK and France, property taxes make up a significant share of both GDP and total taxation.

Euronews

Mind the skills gap: Older workers falling behind in training

Older workers are falling behind in training. The OECD says a stronger focus on boosting their skills is crucial for the labour market.

The Conversation

AI is peeling back the layers of ‘low-value’ work – NZ may be well placed to adapt

As generative artificial intelligence (AI) advances at breakneck speed, it is upending assumptions about which jobs are “safe” from automation.

The Conversation

Wealth taxes don’t always work the way governments hope they will. Here are some alternatives

With the UK government facing a multibillion pound gap between revenue and spending, calls for a wealth tax are becoming louder.

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