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Tariff impact: Donald Trump’s new import duties could push US factory costs up to 4.5%, economists warn; flag risks to jobs, AI growth and margins – Times of India

As President Donald Trump prepares to implement a sweeping set of new import tariffs starting August 1, a new analysis suggests these policies could significantly strain US manufacturers by raising their costs between 2% and 4.5%. The research, conducted by the Washington Center for Equitable Growth, warns that such increases may crimp already-thin profit margins,…

David Cutler educational qualification: How Harvard and MIT paved this economist’s way to the front lines of US health reforms – Times of India

alishpagda08@gmail.com1 month ago09 mins

In a world of think-tank resumes and siloed expertise, David Cutler has carved a career that defies academic convention. He’s not just one of the most respected health economists in the US—he’s a builder of policy, an architect of reform, and, as of 2025, the interim dean of Social Sciences at Harvard University.Cutler stepped into…

Trump’s Science Policies Pose Long-Term Risk, Economists Warn

alishpagda08@gmail.com4 months ago017 mins

President Trump’s tariffs could drive up prices. His efforts to reduce the federal work force could increase unemployment. But ask economists which of the administration’s policies they are most concerned about and many point to cuts to federal support for scientific research. The Trump administration in recent weeks has canceled or frozen billions of dollars…

Four flash sales in a day! China, world’s second largest economy, hit by deflation – here’s why economists are worried – The Times of India

alishpagda08@gmail.com5 months ago07 mins

Deflation occurs when prices of goods and services decrease across the board. Rising prices or inflation is a common headache for economies around the world. But what about falling prices? Believe it or not, a sustained fall in prices, commonly known as deflation, is just as big a concern for governments, as is inflation. And,…

Slowdown after festivals may hurt Q3 growth: Economists – Times of India

alishpagda08@gmail.com7 months ago03 mins

MUMBAI: A post-festival moderation in growth, as indicated by various economic reports, could lead to lower-than-projected growth in the third quarter. While October saw a spike in economic activity, it tapered down in November as was first seen in indicators like payments.Current high-frequency indicators reflect a slowing of momentum, according to Kaushik Das, an economist…

Bangladesh is The Economist’s Country of the Year; panauti, debatable, say critics

alishpagda08@gmail.com7 months ago011 mins

Bangladesh is The Economist’s Country of the Year for “toppling a despot” and “taking strides towards a more liberal government”. The Economist might need a reality check here. The aftermath of the ouster of the Sheikh Hasina regime has seen chaos in Bangladesh, and the country is far from being stable economically. Also, The Economist’s…