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Economy back on track, but not yet Uhuru, says Bagudu
• Reforms push Nigeria onto global economic stage, says BUA boss • Urges UK to deepen trade ties as Tinubu tackles economic distortions As President Bola Tinubu’s administration marks its two years in power, Minister of Budget and Economic...

Economic reforms and their impact on the citizenry
No developing or revitalising economy can achieve meaningful progress without implementing broad-based, structural reforms. For a nation like Nigeria, emerging from years of economic stagnation, policy inconsistencies, and institutional...

Economy Back On Track, Though Not Where It Ought To Be — FG
1 ABUJA – The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Atiku Bagudu, has reflected on the reforms initiated by President Bola Tinubu administration in the last two years, and concluded that despite short-term pain, the economy is steadily being...

Economy: The Mid-Term Appraisal
2 Apparently, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu is particular about his achievements in the first two years of his tenure. In his speech on 29th May, 2025, he claimed that his administration implemented necessary reforms to “do away with decades of...

ECONOMIC REFORM SYSTEM AND THE POPULACE
KINGSLEY NDUBUEZE AYOZIE argues that the economic reform points to commitment to transparency and prosperity for the teeming populace Records have it that no meaningful advancement or development can be recorded within any developing or...

Govt to unveil Economic Survey 2024-25 today
The government will launch the Pakistan Economic Survey 2024-25 today (Monday) in the afternoon. According to a statement released by the Ministry of Finance, Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, former CEO and president of one of the country’s...

New efforts launched to promote fair and safe work in the Philippines' blue economy
A new phase of the EU-funded Ship to Shore Rights South-East Asia initiative in Manila aims to improve conditions for migrant workers in the fisheries and seafood sectors. The Philippines is taking renewed steps to protect migrant workers in the...

‘I feel responsible’: RBNZ chief economist bemoans productivity slump
Reserve Bank chief economist Paul Conway says economists have failed to make a strong case for what New Zealand could look like with a more productive economy. Productivity growth has averaged just 0.2% over the past decade, lagging behind other...

Republican budget bill exacerbates economic concerns that propelled Trump to White House
The BDN Opinion section operates independently and does not set news policies or contribute to reporting or editing articles elsewhere in the newspaper or on bangordailynews.com Michael Hillard is a professor of economics emeritus at the...

The Rise of the “Century of the Americas” in the Global Economy
By Zhou Chao, Research Fellow for Geopolitical Strategy programme at ANBOUND It is undeniable that, as of this year, the process of de-globalization has been unfolding for nearly a decade. The increasing divergence in global economic development...

Trump-Musk Feud Moment 'Expected' By Generations Of Economics Students: 'Vicious Fights Can Break Out' Among Friends Over Budget, Says Justin Wolfers
University of Michigan economist Justin Wolfers says critics who claim economists are “terrible forecasters” should read his co-authored textbook from 2020, which he insists foretold the very public clash between Elon Musk and President Donald...

THE INTERVIEW: Can the U.S. grow its way out of debt? Economist skeptical of Trump's big bill
The U.S. House narrowly approved the "Big Beautiful Bill" a sweeping plan to extend Trump-era tax cuts, trim discretionary spending, and promise a burst of economic growth. The legislation is now being considered by the Senate. Supporters claim...

Rajnath Singh hails 11 years of Modi government, credits Defence self-reliance for economic rise
Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said India’s emergence as one of the world’s top five economies is a result of strong strides made towards self-reliance in the defence sector, driven by Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of...

Nigeria’s creative economy: From vibes to value
Olaniyi Oyatoye, president of Asa Day Worldwide has said the creative and cultural industry if properly can significantly contribute to strengthening Nigeria’s economy. When Burna Boy sells out Madison Square Garden or Tems tops the Billboard...

BSV blockchain micropayments: Stabilizing economies in crisis
Homepage > News > Business > BSV blockchain micropayments: Stabilizing economies in crisis Economic crises, whether sparked by natural disasters, political turmoil, or global pandemics, reveal the vulnerabilities of traditional financial systems....

India News | Rajnath Singh Hails 11 Years of Modi Government, Credits Defence Self-reliance for Economic Rise
New Delhi [India], June 9 (ANI): Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday said India's emergence as one of the world's top five economies is a result of strong strides made towards self-reliance in the defence sector, driven by Prime...

THE INTERVIEW | Economist Raises Red Flags as House Approves Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”
The U.S. House narrowly approved the “Big Beautiful Bill” a sweeping plan to extend Trump-era tax cuts, trim discretionary spending, and promise a burst of economic growth. The legislation is now being considered by the Senate. Supporters claim...

Unlocking the Potential of Cash Businesses for Local Economic Growth and Community Success
In today’s fast-paced economy, cash businesses play a vital role in local communities. From corner stores to food trucks, these enterprises thrive on cash transactions, offering convenience and accessibility. You might be surprised to learn just...

Resilient non-oil sectors to keep Qatar’s economy afloat in 2025
Doha, Qatar: Qatar’s economy is expected to remain on stable footing in 2025, buoyed by steady growth in non-hydrocarbon sectors and a slight recovery in hydrocarbon output, according to a recent analysis by Fitch Solutions. While global economic...

Govt set to unveil Pakistan Economic Survey 2024–25
Listen to article Pakistan will unveil its Economic Survey 2024–25 on Monday (today), a key pre-budget document assessing the country’s economic performance and policy priorities. The survey will be presented by Federal Minister for Finance and...