Global
Coal’s Countdown
The United States of America has undergone an immense transformation in their energy sector. What was once a coal dominated power generation system, has now opened space for a competing natural gas and renewable energy zone. With a diminishing presence for coal, we examine the future of America’s energy transitions through market forces and social consciousness.
The Grocery Squeeze
Coles and Woolworths have a stranglehold on Australia’s grocery market. With essential items becoming a struggle to afford, this “duopoly squeeze” is forcing households to make tough choices. We explore the reasons behind skyrocketing prices, the lack of competition, and the grocery price gouge.
EU’s Virtual Manufacturing?
Virtual-factories are reshaping European manufacturing by harnessing the power of advanced technologies and digital replicas of production processes. The initiatives driven by the EU, such as DIMOFAC and FIRST, are pioneering the adoption of virtual-factories, leading the way for increased productivity, agility, and competitiveness.
China’s Grey Rhinos
Debt concerns in China continue as local government assess high levels of debt in their regions. The implications of China’s debt risks on the stability of the economy and the interconnectedness between China and Hong Kong carries the issues facing the global economy.
A Collapse: Credit Suisse
Credit Suisse’s collapse and acquisition by UBS reveal regulatory flaws and systemic risks. Scandals, panic-driven withdrawals, and a merger concentrate assets while raising fairness concerns. UBS’s potential failure threatens the global financial market, emphasising the need for robust regulations.
The Euro Challenge
The eurozone grapples with multifaceted challenges in shaping its monetary policy and managing economic uncertainties. Addressing inflation dynamics and ensuring effective policy transmission, policymakers face complex decisions.
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