Renowned for its excessive oil reserves, Saudi Arabia is one of the largest economies in the world. Its economy is the largest in the Arab world with a GDP of $700bn, far exceeding that of Egypt in second place with a GDP of $360bn. With this said, the long-term health of the Saudi economy isContinue reading “Saudi’s struggles”
Monthly Archives: May 2022
Risky Rishi: Cost of living crisis
Political gambles by Sunak have reached new highs with his action, or rather inaction, in helping households survive the cost of living crisis. Perpetuated largely by Central Banks, the inflationary crisis has plunged millions into poverty. Absolute poverty is set to rise – a first in decades, the largest fall in living standards since theContinue reading “Risky Rishi: Cost of living crisis”
Inflation’s here to stay
Pathetic. Western Central Banks are leading the charge on the out-of-control inflationary spiral we witness today. They have done little – if anything to get a grip on skyrocketing prices. Real inflation has reached levels not seen since the 1970s; a cost of living crisis not seen since the 1930s. The Tories in the UKContinue reading “Inflation’s here to stay”
Elevating Eurozone growth
Fiscal policy refers to the government’s tax and spending policies. Looser fiscal policies refer to more expansionary fiscal measures, with tax cuts being a key fiscal measure that may successfully increase economic growth in the Eurozone. Income tax reductions for lower-income earners should successfully boost consumption within the economy. This is because lower earners haveContinue reading “Elevating Eurozone growth”
