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Industry under pressure: Costs bite into Kenyan manufacturers’ margins A new study by the Kenya Institute for Public Policy Research and Analysis (KIPPRA) highlights a…
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Introduction: A Persistent Challenge The shadow economy—economic activity outside official statistics and tax obligations—remains a persistent challenge for Latvia. Since 2010, authorities have repeatedly sought…
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Introduction Tariff shocks—sudden, sizable changes in import taxes—have long been a tool of national policy. When tariffs jump sharply, they ripple through consumer prices, production…
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Understanding a Tariff Shock A tariff shock refers to a sudden and sizable change in import taxes that alters the relative costs of goods, influences…
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Overview: Carney’s plan to build Canada in 2026 Prime Minister Mark Carney has signaled a bold national strategy: Canada should build big in 2026. The…
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Experts Call for a Growth-First Monetary Strategy Leading economists, including Prof. Bongo Adi of Lagos Business School, are urging the Nigerian federal government to pivot…
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Introduction: The Credibility Challenge for Nigeria’s Central Bank For many emerging economies, inflation isn’t just a number on a chart—it’s a lived reality that shapes…
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Rising to the Challenge: Why Growth Slowed in 2024 The latest third-quarter GDP figure of 4% underscored a fragility in the Philippine economy, with external…
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Rationale: A slower 2025 growth path demands targeted reforms The Philippines posted a modest 4% GDP expansion in the third quarter, underscoring headwinds that could…
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Overview: A Revenue Engine with Side Effects Tariffs have emerged as a key, yet controversial, source of federal revenue. By raising duties on imported goods,…
