Economics & Business Archive

When the U.S. economy sneezes, the whole world gets sick. That makes the Federal Reserve extremely powerful right now.

A Brazil-led proposal for a global billionaire tax is just the latest in a long line. Here’s why this one can gain traction in a way that others haven’t.

China’s presence in sub-Saharan Africa isn’t as coordinated—or effective—as many assume. Washington’s policies should reflect that.

The government’s harsh response to recent youth-led protests won’t be forgotten by the Nigerian public in the years to come.

Elon Musk’s ownership and usage of X is putting him in the crosshairs of government officials across the globe.

China’s investigation into EU subsidies for dairy products is just the latest escalation in a simmering trade war with China.

Elon Musk’s ownership of X is undermining the positive uses of social media. As recent events in the U.K. show, that’s bad for democracy.

Senegal’s new leaders, President Faye and Prime Minister Sonko, promised a radical break with the past administration. Can they deliver?

China’s diplomatic efforts won’t resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. But they do serve Beijing’s ambition to be the leader of the Global South.

USAID’s new Digital Policy strikes the right notes. But it remains limited in its scope and woefully underfunded.