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From The Economist. Donald Trump’s pursuit of Greenland—and his willingness to use intimidation and economic coercion to get it—could deal a deathblow to the post-war order. Zanny Minton Beddoes, The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Edward Carr, deputy editor, and a panel of our expert journalists discuss whether the diplomatic spat could be the end of the West…
From The Economist. NATO allies have quarrelled before, but never quite like this. Donald Trump’s pursuit of Greenland—and his willingness to use intimidation and economic coercion to get it—could deal a deathblow to the post-war order. Zanny Minton Beddoes, The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Edward Carr, deputy editor, and a panel of our expert journalists discuss whether…
From The Economist. The boss of one of the world’s biggest banks says Donald Trump’s plan to cap credit-card costs would be an “economic disaster”. Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase, tells The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, that it would significantly harm many Americans and explains how to prove it.
From The Economist. Over 100 suspected Islamic State prisoners have escaped in north-east Syria. The breakout follows a government offensive that has driven Kurdish forces from swathes of territory the Kurds once controlled. Gareth Browne, our Middle East correspondent, reports from the ground.
From The Economist. Is corporate America too scared to criticise Donald Trump? The Economist’s editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, puts that question to the boss of one of the world’s biggest banks. When asked whether there is a climate of fear in America, Jamie Dimon, the CEO of JPMorgan Chase, says “I think that’s clear".
From The Economist. Ken Griffin, CEO and co-founder of Citadel, says tariff uncertainty has pushed up inflation and discouraged investment, while curbing immigration risks high prices and a loss of talent.
From The Economist. The dollar has been the world’s primary reserve currency for the best part of a century, but under Donald Trump it may be losing its privileged position. Kenneth Rogoff, from Harvard University, discusses with The Economist’s top economics editors at the World Economic Forum in Davos.
From The Economist. The dollar has been the world’s primary reserve currency for the best part of a century. But as the alliances and institutions that underpin America’s dominance wither, could the currency lose its privileged position? Rachana Shanbhogue, The Economist’s business-affairs editor, and Henry Curr, economics editor, are joined in Davos by economists Gita…
From The Economist. Donald Trump’s plan to take Greenland is dangerous nonsense. America has long retained a base on the territory and its firms are already free to apply to mine its resources. The Economist’s foreign editor, Adam Roberts, argues that Congress has the power to block annexation or a purchase, and that it should…
From The Economist. Will Trump invade Greenland? Shashank Joshi, our Defence Editor and Rosie Blau, co-host of The Intelligence podcast, discuss Donald Trump’s renewed push to acquire Greenland, his threat of tariffs against NATO allies, and the strain this places on the alliance. 00:00 – Is anyone going to war over Greenland? 01:08 – Why…
From The Economist. Rare earths are integral to modern daily life, yet China has a near-monopoly on them. Rachana Shanbhogue, The Economist’s business affairs editor, explains how these metals ended up being used as a bargaining chip in economic warfare. Video supported by @mishcondereya
From The Economist. Has Trump’s Venezuela raid helped China plan military strikes? Jeremy Page and Sarah Wu, co-hosts of the Drum Tower podcast, discuss whether America’s extraction of Nicolás Maduro could offer lessons for a possible future attack on Taiwan. #theeconomist #venezuela #china
From The Economist. What books have changed the world? So many books are published each year but few stand the test of time. Journalists from across The Economist discuss the books that have most shaped the way people behave and think. Click the link to find out about all the books we reviewed – bit.ly/3KYnp5w…
From The Economist. What will the world look like in 2026? From wars in space to a superhuman sporting event, and the battle for America’s 250th birthday celebrations—these are some of the stories that will shape the coming year. 00:00 – The World Ahead 2026 00:21 – Competition in space intensifies 03:14 – Central banks…
From The Economist. In 2026 President Trump’s chosen replacement for chair of the Federal Reserve will indicate whether central bank independence can hold in America. The Economist’s economics editor Henry Curr explains how central banks across the rich world are increasingly coming under political pressure.