Economy
Financial Brief: A Weekly Roundup on the Geopolitics of Money | Mar 04
EXECUTIVE TAKEAWAYS
This week, the Iran conflict reshaped markets and exposed vulnerabilities. The dollar surged near three-month highs as the euro collapsed to $1.1590 on...
Why ‘Made in EU’ auto rules are straining ties with allies and competitors
The European Union is planning to introduce 'Made in EU' rules for the automotive industry to support local manufacturing while being careful not to...
How US-Israeli Iran Strikes Will Penalize Global Prospects
On February 28, 2026, President Trump announced the start of Operation Epic Fury. In a surreal twist, he described the mission's primary objective as...
How the Iran Conflict Threatens Europe’s Energy Security and Growth
The U. S.-Israeli military actions against Iran are expected to increase inflation and negatively affect Europe's already slow economic growth. The attacks have disrupted...
Growth Cools, Momentum Holds: India Still Leads the Global Pack
India’s economy expanded 7.8% year-on-year in the October–December quarter, easing from 8.4% in the previous quarter. The moderation reflects softer government spending and private...
Middle East Conflict: Why Investors Are Bracing for a Market Hit
Conflict in the Middle East has shifted from being a minor concern to a major worry for investors due to the increasing power struggle...
Nigeria’s Strategic Pivot to South America’s Economic Giant, Brazil
In this interview, Hon. Uche Uzoigwe, Secretary-General of NIDOA-Brazil, discusses the economic potentials in South America, particularly Brazil, and investment incentives for Brazilian corporate...
Golden Age? Most Americans Reject Trump’s Claims of Booming Economy, Poll Finds
President Donald Trump has repeatedly touted the U.S. economy as “roaring” and declared inflation “defeated” since returning to office in January 2025. In his...
AI Boom Could Ease Debt Pressures, But Won’t Solve Fiscal Crises
Economists are cautiously optimistic that advances in artificial intelligence could boost productivity across major economies, potentially helping governments manage soaring debt. Debt levels in...
AI Boom Won’t Magically Fix the Debt Problem Facing Major Economies
Artificial intelligence could deliver the productivity surge policymakers have been hoping for since the global financial crisis. But even if it does, economists caution...