Economic & Fiscal

Texas Rangers Trade for Power Hitter Jake Burger to Boost Offense
Economic & Fiscal Texas Rangers Trade for Power Hitter Jake Burger to Boost Offense

On December 6, 2024, the Texas Rangers and Miami Marlins finalized a trade bringing corner infielder Jake Burger to Texas in exchange for three prospects: infielders Max Acosta and Echedry Vargas, and pitching prospect Brayan Mendoza. This move marks an effort to invigorate the Rangers

Are Connecticut's Fiscal Guardrails Harming Essential Service Funding?
Economic & Fiscal Are Connecticut's Fiscal Guardrails Harming Essential Service Funding?

Connecticut's fiscal guardrails, introduced in 2017 as a series of budget controls, have been instrumental in stabilizing the state's finances. These measures, including caps on spending and borrowing as well as savings programs, have allowed the state to build robust reserves and address

New Orleans Economic Development Group Shuts Down Due to Funding Issues
Economic & Fiscal New Orleans Economic Development Group Shuts Down Due to Funding Issues

The New Orleans economic development group, which played a crucial role in fostering local economic growth, has ceased operations due to persistent funding woes. Despite their concerted efforts to support the city's economic progress, the group has struggled to secure enough financial

Can Connecticut Balance Fiscal Prudence with Increased Social Spending?
Economic & Fiscal Can Connecticut Balance Fiscal Prudence with Increased Social Spending?

Connecticut's current fiscal state is a topic of significant discussion as the 2024 legislative session approaches. Jeffrey Beckham, Gov. Ned Lamont's budget chief, has urged state lawmakers to exercise caution due to slowing economic growth, despite the state's relatively strong

Will New Inheritance Tax Policies Cripple UK Farmers' Futures?
Economic & Fiscal Will New Inheritance Tax Policies Cripple UK Farmers' Futures?

The subject of this analysis revolves around the ongoing protests by UK farmers against the recently proposed changes to inheritance tax policies. These changes have ignited a wave of concern among farmers, who perceive them as a significant threat to their livelihoods and the future of the

Can Latin America Overcome Its Economic Development Crisis?
Economic & Fiscal Can Latin America Overcome Its Economic Development Crisis?

Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) are at a critical juncture, grappling with an economic development crisis that necessitates immediate reforms to alleviate poverty and drive sustainable growth. The 2024 edition of the Latin American Economic Outlook (LEO): Financing Sustainable Development

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