What are the stories set to shape 2024? From the biggest election year in history, to how to control AI and even taxis that fly, The Economist offers its annual look at the world ahead. 00:00 – The World Ahead 2024 00:33 – Vital votes 03:34 – Taxis take off 07:10 – AI rules 10:19 … Read more
When central banks raise finance charge rates, the impact is felt far and wide. Mortgages become more expensive, house prices might fall and unemployment can rise. So why do central banks do it? This film tells you why. 00:00 – Why should you care about rising finance charge rates? 00:45 – What are finance charge … Read more
The frenzied rise of GameStop’s share price baffled Wall Street and panicked the US Treasury. What does the GameStop story reveal about American stockmarkets? Our experts answer your questions. Chapter titles: 00:00 – GameStop surge explained 00:55 – Was Robinhood right to restrict trade? 01:56 – Short selling and short squeezes 03:05 – Is the … Read more