How network effects hurt economies
When large-scale economic struggles hit a region, a country, or even a continent, the explanations tend to be big in nature as well.
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Apr 6, 2016
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Extending terrorism insurance program could lower federal costs, study finds
Federal spending after future terrorist attacks on the United States may be higher if the nation's terrorism risk insurance program is allowed to expire, according to a new RAND Corporation study.
Other
Apr 10, 2014
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Swing voters hold more sway over candidates on economic issues
New research from two University of Illinois economics professors who study election trends analyzes how polarization on social issues affects competing candidates' economic platforms.
Economics & Business
Mar 20, 2014
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Economist on why emerging markets renege on loans
For emerging markets struggling to stay afloat, securing loans from foreign investors can be a lifesaver. But when neither creditors nor investors are sure of the economy's chance of success, the outcome can be unpredictable.
Economics & Business
Jan 8, 2014
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Climate change deniers using dirty tricks from 'tobacco wars'
Fossil fuel companies have been funding smear campaigns that raise doubts about climate change, writes John Sauven in the latest issue of Index on Censorship magazine.
Environment
Jul 4, 2013
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Lawmaker accuses Google of dodging taxes (Update 2)
An influential committee of British lawmakers accused search company Google of dodging its taxes on Thursday in a scathing report that said the U.S. Internet company took on highly contrived arrangements serving no purpose ...
Business
Jun 13, 2013
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Anderson Forecast: US economy falls short of true recovery; California job growth steady
In its second quarterly report of 2013, the UCLA Anderson Forecast says that despite the United States' "improvement in both GDP and key economic sectors, the overall growth falls short of the rates required for the national ...
Economics & Business
Jun 5, 2013
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Science and research hit hard by US sequester cuts
Automatic spending cuts have hit America's science and research sectors especially hard, according to experts, who warn of potentially dire implications for the nation's overall competitiveness.
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Apr 5, 2013
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Oracle 2Q earnings rise 18 pct to top Street view
Oracle's latest quarterly earnings rose 18 percent as companies splurged on more software and other technology toward the end of the year.
Business
Dec 18, 2012
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Poll: Majority of Americans doubt Congress and White House can avoid fiscal cliff
Nearly 60% of Americans are skeptical that Congress and the White House will reach an agreement that will avoid the fiscal cliff, according to a new national public opinion poll commissioned by Research!America. More than ...
Economics & Business
Dec 13, 2012
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