Technology, as a driving force, is steering us towards a circular economy. It's not just about solving technical issues but also boosting business efficiency and profit. Moreover, it's creating jobs and fostering inclusivity, leading to positive societal changes. However, most research in this field
2024 has been a whirlwind year for investors. The U. S. stock market has been on a roll, breaking records and defying expectations. The S&P 500 index surged 24. 3% by December 20, marking the first time since 1998 that it jumped by at least 20% for two consecutive years. Tech giants like Apple and N
Scholars are focusing more on research that promotes sustainable futures to tackle today's societal challenges. One exciting direction they're exploring is the idea of a circular economy (CE) as an "ecology of practices. " This concept helps us understand a field that's primarily driven by practitio
Election Day exit polls showed that voters were mainly concerned about the economy. They hoped a new government would help them cope with rising prices. But something surprising happened. Elon Musk, who is helping to lead a new Department of Government Efficiency, wants to shut down the Consumer Fin
You know how sometimes prices go up, making things cost more? Well, that's called inflation. The Federal Reserve has a special way to measure this, and in November, their gauge showed a smaller increase than expected. That's good news, right? Not so fast! Economists were actually expecting a bigger
President-elect Donald Trump has chosen Linda McMahon as the new Secretary of Education. While some Democrats and legacy media outlets are critical of this choice, others see her as a refreshing pick. Unlike her predecessor, McMahon has a background in business, not just education. McMahon's busine
In 2025, U. S. auto sales are projected to reach their highest point since 2019, according to industry experts. The reason? Lower interest rates and better affordability for new cars and trucks. Cox Automotive predicts around 16. 3 million new light-duty vehicles will be sold next year, slightly mor
Germany's Chancellor Olaf Scholz faced a tough challenge in parliament on Monday. He needed the support of at least 367 lawmakers to win a confidence vote, but he only got 207. That's because his government fell apart a few weeks ago over a big argument about the economy. Now, the president has to d
Hey there! You might be hoping for lower borrowing costs for stuff like homes and cars. But bad news! The Federal Reserve, the folks who control interest rates, is probably going to slow down how quickly they cut rates next year. They're meeting this week and are likely to reduce their benchmark rat
Chancellor Olaf Scholz is facing a confidence vote on Monday, which he’s likely to lose. This vote is happening because his three-party government collapsed in November after he fired the finance minister. Now, the Banstag, Germany's lower house of parliament, needs to decide. Scholz’s party and the
