Budget & Spending

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

Can the GOP Unite to Navigate Trump's Ambitious Legislative Agenda?
Economic & Fiscal Can the GOP Unite to Navigate Trump's Ambitious Legislative Agenda?

The Republican Party is facing significant internal conflicts and challenges as it prepares for the new Congress. Despite having control over both Capitol Hill and the White House, the GOP's ambitious plans are mired in disagreements over which issues to prioritize and the potential

Is Wauwatosa's 2025 Budget Balanced Between Safety and Sustainability?
Economic & Fiscal Is Wauwatosa's 2025 Budget Balanced Between Safety and Sustainability?

The recently passed $78 million budget in Wauwatosa has sparked a lively debate marked by accusations of transparency issues and misinformation. This detailed analysis elucidates the key components and outcomes of the budget meeting, focusing on major decisions, contentious points, and overall

Is BAE Systems Positioned for Sustained Growth Amid Rising Defense Budgets?
Economic & Fiscal Is BAE Systems Positioned for Sustained Growth Amid Rising Defense Budgets?

As global defense budgets continue to rise, particularly in the United States, BAE Systems PLC finds itself in an increasingly advantageous position. With a significant portion of its revenue coming from US defense spending, the company stands to benefit from President-elect Donald Trump's

Economic Uncertainty Leads to Unexpected Decline in UK Retail Sales
Economic & Fiscal Economic Uncertainty Leads to Unexpected Decline in UK Retail Sales

In a surprising turn of events, UK retail sales saw an unexpected decline of 0.7% in October 2023, surpassing economists' predictions of a 0.3% decrease. This downturn, coming after three consecutive months of growth, has been largely attributed to consumer caution ahead of the anticipated

California Faces Projected Deficits and Budget Strain from Medi-Cal Costs
Economic & Fiscal California Faces Projected Deficits and Budget Strain from Medi-Cal Costs

California's financial outlook is entering a precarious phase, with the state facing the possibility of annual deficits of $20 billion or more starting in 2026. This looming financial strain can be attributed primarily to the state's inability to accommodate new spending commitments,

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