Virginia communities gain $90 million a year from coastal wetlands, research finds

21 August 2025

A new study led by William & Mary’s Batten School and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) has revealed that tidal marshes—both natural wetlands…

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Study finds Medicare could cut $3.6 billion in costs without endangering seniors’ health

18 August 2025

The United States federal government’s Medicare programme, in partnership with older adults who share some out-of-pocket costs, currently spends an estimated $4.4 billion each year…

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Study finds physical inactivity draining US economy of $192 billion each year

17 August 2025

A new study published in the American Journal of Health Promotion has revealed the enormous economic toll of physical inactivity in the United States. The…

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For Refugees from Ukraine, Employment Opportunities Outweigh Social Benefits

15 August 2025

A recent study conducted by the ifo Institute and LMU Munich reveals that Ukrainian refugees prioritise better job prospects over higher social benefits when choosing…

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Tariffs May Boost U.S. Economy, but Global Trade Dynamics and Retaliation Pose Risks

9 August 2025

The United States may realise modest economic benefits through the implementation of uniform tariffs across all trade partners, according to new research led by Ina…

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No credit history? You could still prove your financial reliability

3 August 2025

According to figures from the World Bank, approximately 1.4 billion people worldwide remain unbanked, meaning they have minimal or no access to formal credit. A…

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New Study Reveals PTSD Costs UK Economy £40 Billion Annually

31 July 2025

New research conducted by the University of Birmingham has revealed that post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) imposes a staggering financial burden on the UK economy, with…

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Scuba Diving Sector Supports Marine Conservation and Local Employment

26 July 2025

A recent study, published on July 25 in Cell Reports Sustainability, a journal from Cell Press, reveals that the global scuba diving tourism industry generates…

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Research on the Blue Economy Highlights Links Between Brazil’s Coastal and Interior Regions

25 July 2025

A recent study by researchers at the University of São Paulo (USP) has shed light on the structure and impact of Brazil’s “blue economy”—the collective…

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Brexit and the Startup Divide: UK closes doors to EU, but Europe keeps investing

18 July 2025

Following the United Kingdom’s departure from the European Union, a significant shift has taken place in the flow of venture capital between the UK and…

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Domestic Politics Drive the Ultra-Rich to Hide Wealth Offshore

17 July 2025

A recent study has shed new light on the impact of political conditions in the home countries of ultra-wealthy elites on their strategies for hiding…

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Africa’s Economic Future Depends on Scaling Firms, Not Just Starting Them

15 July 2025

Many policymakers and academics continue to champion the “entrepreneurial ecosystems” (EE) blueprint as a cure-all for Africa’s economic malaise, arguing that if only roads, finance,…

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