Economics

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Futuristic Indian cityscape with glowing data streams and AI algorithm projections, symbolizing national control over AI technology and its economic impact.
Industry Trends

What Are Sovereign AI Technical Components and Their Economic Implications?

India, a rising AI power, demonstrates strong national control over its AI data and compute infrastructure.

Olivia Hartwell·June 28, 2026
A visual representation of global commodity markets reacting to geopolitical tensions, with a focus on critical minerals and fluctuating prices.
Markets

What are geopolitical tensions' impact on global commodity markets?

Germanium, a critical mineral, has seen its price more than triple to around $6,000/kg since export controls were introduced in 2023, illustrating how geopolitical decisions instantly reshape global m

Olivia Hartwell·June 21, 2026
Futuristic cityscape with holographic data streams and entrepreneurs collaborating around an AI interface, representing the impact of AI on markets and founders.
Markets

Nasdaq Economic Institute AI research shapes future markets and founders.

Since early 2025, new business applications have accelerated sharply.

Olivia Hartwell·June 9, 2026
Southeast Asian cityscape at dusk, symbolizing economic rebound with financial charts overlay, representing resilience and growth.
Markets

Southeast Asia's 2025 Rebound Proves Economic Resilience Strategies Work

Just six business days after over 300,000 people were affected by disasters in Laos, a $2 million payout was made, demonstrating a new model for rapid economic recovery in Southeast Asia.

Priya Sen·April 17, 2026
Workers on a modern factory floor with automated machinery, symbolizing reshoring and the strategic return of manufacturing to a home country for enhanced supply chain resilience.
Strategy

What Is Reshoring? A Strategic Analysis for Global Supply Chains

Reshoring is the strategic practice of bringing manufacturing operations back to a company's home country. This shift is driven by a complex evaluation of risk, resilience, and total cost, moving beyond simple labor cost calculations.

Priya Sen·April 9, 2026
A dramatic image illustrating the 'rockets and feathers effect' with a gas pump showing rapidly increasing prices and a feather gently falling in the background, symbolizing asymmetric price transmission.
Strategy

What Is the Rockets and Feathers Effect? An Explainer on Asymmetric Price Transmission

The 'rockets and feathers effect' describes how prices, like gasoline, rise quickly but fall slowly. This asymmetric price transmission impacts consumer budgets and business strategies.

Priya Sen·April 3, 2026