Samsung India Workers Strike Ends After 37 Days: Union Recognition, Labor Rights in Focus
Members of CITU staged a protest at Vannarpettai in Tirunelveli on October 1, 2024, in support of Samsung’s workers. The strike lasted for over a month with the workers agreeing to return to work on October 17, 2024. | Photo Credit: SHAIKMOHIDEEN A The 37-day-long strike led by Samsung India
Obama, Trump, Biden: Does the US Economy Care Who is President?
A lot of time, effort, and money goes into presidential and national elections in the United States and this year is no exception. But combing through the data since 2009 shows that no matter who was in power, the economy seemed to be equally driven by global events, demographic developments,
‘Trump Trade’ of Large Tariffs and Deficits Looms as Market Braces for 2024 Election
As investors have focused on the potential fiscal and economic impact of the Republican candidate’s proposals, yields on Treasury debt have risen. Source link
Boeing Union Workers Reject Contract
The vote, hours after Boeing reported a $6.1 billion loss, will extend a monthlong strike at factories where the company makes its best-selling commercial plane. Source link
California Tribal Casinos May Sue to Curb City Card Rooms
A new state law allows tribes to file suit against gambling venues they don’t operate, potentially shuttering them and jeopardizing local tax revenue. Source link
I.M.F. Says Inflation Fight Is Largely Over but Warns of New Threats
The International Monetary Fund said protectionism and new trade wars could weigh on growth. Source link
How Is the Economy for Black Voters? A Complex Question Takes Center Stage.
Donald J. Trump has been talking up his economic record for Black voters. The legacy of the last eight years is complicated. Source link
Yellen to Warn Sweeping Tariffs Would Ignite Inflation
The Treasury secretary plans to criticize former President Donald J. Trump’s economic proposals in a speech. Source link
Trump Says ‘Growth’ and Tariffs Will Pay for $15 Trillion Agenda
In a combative interview, the former president hinted at even higher tariffs as an economic magic bullet. Source link
Russian Oil Flows Through Western ‘Price Cap’ as Shadow Fleet Grows
A report shows how Russia has largely evaded sanctions aimed at limiting its revenue from oil sales. Source link