Economy

Global Shifts: What the Dollar’s Decline Could Signal About U.S. Economic Might

SMGN Publishing July 7, 2025

The Symbolic Fall of the Greenback There are few images more closely tied to American economic supremacy than the U.S. dollar. But today, that image is being tested. The dollar has fallen by more than 10% this year, marking its worst start to a year since 1973, when the U.S.

Trump Prepares to Send Formal Tariff Letters Ahead of August Implementation

SMGN Publishing July 4, 2025

Countries to receive official notice of increased U.S. tariffs as July 9 deadline for trade negotiations nears The U.S. government will soon begin notifying a number of countries of impending increases in import tariffs, according to President Donald Trump, who announced Thursday that formal letters outlining the new trade measures

U.S. Job Market Beats Forecasts With Strong Public Sector Hiring

SMGN Publishing July 3, 2025

In an unexpected turn, the U.S. labor market added 147,000 jobs in June, outpacing the predicted 110,000 and signaling ongoing economic resilience despite underlying concerns. The unemployment rate also declined slightly, falling to 4.1% from May’s 4.2%, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. Government and Healthcare Drive Job Growth

Tesla Delivery Numbers Dip Again in Q2 Amid Mounting Competition and Regulatory Friction

SMGN Publishing July 2, 2025

Q2 Deliveries Drop 14% Amid Rising Competition Tesla reported delivering just over 384,000 vehicles between April and June, marking a 14% year-on-year decline and the second consecutive quarterly drop. The downturn highlights Tesla’s increasing struggle to maintain growth momentum as competitors improve their electric vehicle offerings. Competitive Pressure from EV

Global Energy Security at Risk: Could Renewables Shield Us from Geopolitical Shocks?

SMGN Publishing July 1, 2025

Fossil Fuel Vulnerabilities Exposed by Middle East Tensions Recent escalations between Israel and Iran have reignited concerns about the stability of global energy supplies. In retaliation for attacks on its nuclear infrastructure, Iran threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz—a crucial chokepoint through which an estimated 20% of global LNG

China’s Rise as Global EV Powerhouse: How It Made Electric Cars the Norm

SMGN Publishing June 27, 2025

“I Drive an EV Because I’m Poor” At a charging station outside Guangzhou, driver Lu Yunfeng explains, “Petrol cars are too expensive—all we can afford is electric.” Nearby, Sun Jingguo adds that EVs also protect the environment, leaning on his Beijing U7 model. In China, EV ownership is no longer

How Red Tape Could Quietly Reshape Medicaid Under New Legislation

SMGN Publishing June 26, 2025

As Republican lawmakers push forward with their ambitious “One Big Beautiful Bill,” they face a familiar fiscal challenge: how to afford sweeping tax cuts without ballooning the national deficit. Among the targets for spending cuts is Medicaid, the public health insurance program that serves over 75 million low-income Americans, including

How Middle East Tensions Failed to Trigger a Global Oil Supply Crisis

SMGN Publishing June 25, 2025

How Middle East Tensions Failed to Trigger a Global Oil Supply Crisis After Israel carried out strikes against Iranian targets earlier this month, oil markets initially reacted with a familiar response: a surge in prices. Crude climbed roughly 7% within just a few hours, driven by fears that conflict in

Oil prices slide as markets respond to Israel-Iran ceasefire deal

SMGN Publishing June 24, 2025

Global oil prices dropped sharply on Tuesday after Israel confirmed it would honor a ceasefire agreement with Iran following nearly two weeks of escalating conflict. The diplomatic breakthrough eased fears of a wider regional war and the potential disruption of key energy routes. Brent crude sees sharp fall, then partial

New Gulf Tensions Raise Concerns Over Hormuz Oil Transit

SMGN Publishing June 20, 2025

Crucial chokepoint faces renewed scrutiny amid Israel-Iran conflict Tensions between Israel and Iran are once again drawing international attention to the Strait of Hormuz, a narrow maritime passage critical to global oil transportation. Experts warn that escalating hostilities could jeopardize commercial shipping, especially in a region responsible for nearly a

Mediterranean Diet Cuts Stroke Risk for Women

Felipe Cardona February 8, 2026

As women age, their risk of stroke rises steadily, with a notable acceleration after menopause. Stroke remains one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability among women, affecting roughly one in five between the ages of 55 and 75 in the United States, according to data from the

Trump Warns of Tariffs Over Iran Trade

Felipe Cardona February 7, 2026

US President Donald Trump has moved to intensify economic pressure on Iran by signing an executive order that threatens additional tariffs on countries that continue commercial ties with Tehran. The measure authorizes penalties on goods entering the United States from any nation deemed to be trading directly or indirectly with

Bad Bunny Set to Redefine the Super Bowl Halftime Show with Music, Culture, and Protest

Sarah Olivella February 6, 2026

Bad Bunny is preparing for one of the most consequential performances of his career as he steps onto the Super Bowl halftime stage, carrying not only the weight of global stardom but also the responsibility of representing Puerto Rican culture and Latino identity before an audience that regularly surpasses 115