People are spending more on experiences than things. This is a big change. In 2025, a quarter of US adults said they spent more on experiences than the year before. The experience economy is now worth over $2 trillion. This is a lot of money, especially when many people think the economy is not doin
A major financial agency has some concerns. If NATO, the big team that protects many countries, starts to fall apart, it could cause serious problems. This could lead to a drop in the financial trust ratings of many Eastern European countries. The agency already does this for places like Israel and
Malaysia is stepping up its game to help small businesses grow. TNG Digital and EPOS have teamed up to launch EPOS360, a toolkit packed with AI features and payment options. This isn't just about making things digital; it's about giving small businesses the tools they need to compete and thrive. Th
The world is changing fast, and businesses are feeling the pressure. Governments are rolling out new rules and incentives to keep industries competitive and push for greener technologies. But these changes are happening quickly, making it tough for companies to plan ahead. In the US, big tax breaks
Bioregional living is all about focusing on the area where you live. It's about using local resources, supporting local businesses, and making decisions that benefit your community and the environment. This approach is gaining traction as people seek to reduce their reliance on global systems and bu
In a notable move, the Wine Service Cooperative in Napa Valley is changing its game plan. After nearly 20 years of handling direct-to-consumer wine shipments, they've decided to pass the baton to a third party. This shift comes as sales have been sluggish, and the cooperative aims to free up space a
Last November, businesses in the US faced a tough time. Prices for goods and services shot up, and this trend might mean that consumers will soon see higher prices too. The latest numbers show that wholesale prices went up by 0. 2% in November compared to the month before. This means that over a ye
South Korea's currency, the won, has been on a rollercoaster ride. It's been losing value, which is odd because the country's economy is doing pretty well. Recently, U. S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent had a chat with South Korean Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol. After their talk, the won bounced
Sudan is in a tough spot. The war has wrecked the economy, and the finance minister, Gibril Ibrahim, is trying to figure out how to fix it. He said the country has lost all its main sources of money. The fighting started nearly three years ago between the army and a rival group called the Rapid Supp
The UK government is considering a new rail route between Birmingham and Manchester. This comes after the original plan for a high-speed rail line, HS2, was scaled back. The new proposal is part of a larger project called Northern Powerhouse Rail (NPR), which aims to improve rail links across Northe
