Economists

Truth Social's Late Calls Signal a Shift in Economists' Lives Under Trump

1 month ago

In a recent development reflecting the ongoing tensions within political communications, former President Donald Trump’s social media platform, Truth Social, has been making headlines due to its controversial late-night posts that have begun to dominate the economic discourse. These late-night calls, often rife with hyperbole and aimed at stirring public sentiment, are beginning to influence the narrative economists once maintained under more traditional communicative platforms.

Nigerian Inflation Surprises Economists, Raising Prospects for Interest Rate Hike

1 month ago

The Nigerian economy has been recently jolted by unexpected inflation figures, which have sparked discussions among economists regarding the potential for another interest rate hike from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). The latest data revealed that inflation rates soared to 22.7% in October, a sharp increase that has far exceeded analysts' forecasts of 19.5%. This significant uptick marks an alarming trend and indicates the growing pressures on the Nigerian economy.

Trump's Potential Tariffs on the UK: Economists Assess the Impact

1 month ago

In a recent analysis involving the looming possibility of tariffs imposed by former President Donald Trump on the United Kingdom, economists have provided their insights regarding the potential impact on the UK economy. As Trump hints at a return to the White House and the potential reinstatement of tariffs on various imports, including British goods, experts assert that the consequences could be manageable for the UK.

India's Central Bank Surprises Economists with Optimistic Growth Outlook

2 months ago

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently unveiled its forecast for economic growth in the country, presenting a surprisingly optimistic outlook that has left many financial experts scratching their heads. Despite global uncertainties and local challenges, the central bank predicts that India's economy will grow at a robust rate over the next year—a projection that contrasts sharply with various external assessments and individual forecasts.