Economic Developments and Technological Advances
Inflation, war, and the latest advancements in the tech world.
1Inflation and Economic Forecasts
Economists have lowered the probability of recession in recent surveys but predict that inflation will remain high for a longer period. The Iran conflict is embedding higher costs into the economy in ways that won't reverse even if the fighting stops. Inflation forecasts for 2027 and beyond are being raised.
2Dow Jones Index and Lessons from the Past
Only two companies from the Dow Jones Index of 1976 remain today. Many of today's tech giants were not even established back then. The index's history offers important lessons for understanding economic changes.
3Corporate Bond Market
FT Alphaville delves deep into the mechanics, distortions, and risks of the corporate bond market. This analysis provides a detailed look at how debt capital markets operate.
4The Economics of Friendship
The Wall Street Journal examines the economic value of close friendships. Social capital is not just a metaphor; it has tangible effects on earnings, health outcomes, and longevity data.
5Publishers and Google Search
Major publishers, who have been giving away content for free traffic for years, are now seriously considering pulling out of Google indexing. The economics of search have finally broken.
6Autonomous Vehicles and War
Over 100 autonomous ATVs built by a U.S. company have been deployed in conflict zones in Ukraine. This is considered the largest deployment of autonomous ground vehicles by any U.S. defense tech company.
Original article: The Big Picture — Ekonomik Gelişmeler ve Teknolojik İlerlemeler