Economy & Policy

Tracking the forces that shape our world — from global markets and trade to regulation and public policy. Sharp analysis for strategic minds.
13
Jun
A dark blue banner showing “Walmart and Amazon Stablecoins” on the left, with Walmart and Amazon logos and a gold dollar coin on the right, illustrating stablecoin strategy.

Walmart and Amazon Stablecoins: Why 2025 Could Be a Turning Point in Retail Payments

Walmart and Amazon are preparing to launch stablecoins in response to rising card fees and new U.S. regulation. Here’s how this could reshape retail payments in 2025.
3 min read
10
Jun
Infographic visualizing China’s surge in silver imports in 2024–2025, highlighting key sectors like solar, electronics, and electroplating amid rising global demand.

China’s 9,000-Tonne Silver Import Surge: U.S. Supply Risks & Strategic Fallout

China imported over 9,000 tonnes of silver in 2024—its largest surge in history. This shift is driving up global prices and straining U.S. clean energy and electronics. Here’s what’s happening—and why it matters.
7 min read
06
Jun
Banner with the text 'FDA Bans Artificial Dyes' alongside a red, white, and blue Popsicle Firecracker ice pop

Why the U.S. Is Banning Artificial Food Dyes—and What Comes Next

The FDA is banning 8 artificial food dyes by 2026. From Pop-Tarts to Popsicles, major food brands are reformulating fast—here’s how this shift is reshaping the market.
3 min read
29
May
Illustration: Pharmaceutical supply chains face disruption amid U.S. tariff threats and pricing reforms.

How Trump's Drug Tariff Threat Is Reshaping the U.S. Pharma Supply Chain

Trump’s tariff plan and MFN pricing shake up the U.S. pharma supply chain. What risks—and opportunities—lie ahead for global manufacturers?
3 min read

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