Us Economy
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Biden’s centrism offers America a chance to fix its polarised approach to economic policy
The US president’s tax plan certainly involves raising taxes but not to anywhere near the levels called for by the democratic socialist wing of his party.
Richard Holden, The Conversation
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The Covid-19 pandemic has exposed the deep inequality in the US
This may be America’s chance to revamp its poor healthcare and deepening wealth gap.
Jonathan JB Mijs, The Conversation
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US Federal Reserve cuts interest rates for only the second time since 2008
President Donald Trump, however, lashed out at the central bank for having ‘no guts’, as he wants rates to be cut faster.
Scroll Staff
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The US economy is weighed down – and immigration crackdowns, trade wars could make things worse
Economists warn that the US tax cuts, heavy spending along with an ageing population and infrastructure pose recession risks.
David Dapice
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US Federal Reserve raises interest rates by 0.25%, predicts growth in economic activity
The central bank said the economy would improve in 2018 due to US President Donald Trump’s new tax plan.
Scroll Staff