Economía

How Red Tape Could Quietly Reshape Medicaid Under New Legislation

SMGN Publishing junio 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 junio 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 junio 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 junio 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

Energy Strikes Deepen Iran’s Economic Vulnerability

SMGN Publishing junio 19, 2025

Targeted energy infrastructure raises new risksAmid rising regional tensions, Iranian energy sites have become primary targets in a series of military strikes. Key oil storage facilities, refineries, power plants, and gas operations—including the major South Pars field—were hit during recent escalations. South Pars, located in southern Iran’s Bushehr province, supplies

Social Security Fund Faces Major Shortfall by 2033 Without Legislative Action

SMGN Publishing junio 18, 2025

Millions risk benefit cuts as reserves dwindle; demographic shifts and new laws accelerate deadline The U.S. Social Security retirement trust fund is projected to run out of reserves by 2033—about nine months earlier than previously forecast—raising alarms over automatic benefit cuts of 23% for more than 60 million Americans unless

Apple’s China Gamble: How a Tech Giant Helped Reshape Global Manufacturing

SMGN Publishing junio 17, 2025

A Silicon Valley giant fuels China’s riseIn the early 2000s, American engineers flew to China in droves to train local workers in precision manufacturing. The scale of U.S. corporate investment rivaled historic economic aid plans. Apple’s entry into China played a pivotal role in transforming the nation into a global

Oil Prices Spike, Asian Markets Drop Amid Rising Tensions in the Middle East

SMGN Publishing junio 16, 2025

Asian markets opened lower on Friday following a significant escalation in geopolitical tensions after an airstrike on Iran’s capital, reportedly carried out by Israel. The development has intensified concerns over regional stability and its impact on global oil supply chains. U.S. benchmark crude rose by 8.2%, reaching $73.61 per barrel.

The Hidden Cost of Convenience: How ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Is Reshaping Spending Habits Amid Fewer Consumer Protections

SMGN Publishing junio 13, 2025

BNPL services blur the line between innovation and financial risk, especially as regulations shift and affordability pressures rise Brittany Luse, like many consumers today, finds herself caught between financial constraints and the increasing ease of instant purchasing. The search for a decent couch has become less about style and more

Air India Crash Raises New Concerns for Boeing Amid Ongoing Turbulence

SMGN Publishing junio 12, 2025

Another Blow to Boeing’s Safety Reputation Boeing’s milestone of carrying its billionth passenger on the 787 Dreamliner last month was a moment of celebration for the aircraft manufacturer. However, that achievement has been overshadowed by the recent Air India crash in Ahmedabad involving the same model, casting a shadow over

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