Image Source: 123rf.com Social media is more than just selfies and memes—it’s a powerful force shaping how we shop. You might think you’re just browsing, but platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook are constantly nudging you toward your next purchase. If you’ve ever added something to your cart after watching a 10-second video, you’re not … Read more
Stay informed with free updates Simply sign up to the Chinese economy myFT Digest — delivered directly to your inbox. Rating agency Fitch has downgraded China’s sovereign debt over concerns about weaker public finances and the impact of higher tariffs on exports, a move that prompted accusations of bias from Beijing. In a statement on … Read more
A new report from Forrester forecasts global technology spending to grow by 5.6% in 2025, reaching an impressive $4.9 trillion—up from $4.7 trillion in 2024. This growth is attributed to several key factors, including the rapid adoption of software, IT services, generative artificial intelligence (genAI), and cloud technologies, with Asia Pacific and North America leading … Read more
A federal judge ordered the Trump administration on Thursday, February 13 to temporarily lift a three-week funding freeze that has shut down US aid and development work worldwide, citing the sweeping damage that the sudden shutdown has done to nonprofits and other organizations that help carry out US assistance overseas. The court ruling was the … Read more
Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors’ opinions or evaluations. The financial landscape in 2025 is shaping up to be anything but predictable. With shifting economic policies, lingering inflation pressures and consumer debt reaching new highs, the question isn’t just whether Americans can stretch … Read more