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🍻 Trinidad and Tobago doubles alcohol tax — prices jump, but demand barely dips. A real-life case of indirect tax, PED, and tax incidence at work. https://thecuriouseconomist.com/alcohol-prices-surge-as-trinidad-and-tobago-doubles-excise-duty/

The Curious Economist | Alcohol Prices Surge as Trinidad and Tobago Doubles Excise Duty Trinidad’s alcohol tax hike pushes up beer prices and sparks debate about elasticity, market competition, and who really bears the burden of indirect taxes.

🇨🇳 China’s growth slows to 4.8% as property woes & U.S. tariffs bite. Now Beijing faces a classic macro dilemma: boost demand or stay cautious? A real-world look at aggregate demand, monetary policy & structural reform.

The Curious Economist | China’s GDP Growth Slows as Policymakers Weigh New Stimulus China’s GDP growth is slowing as property woes and trade tensions weigh on demand. A real-world case of aggregate demand, monetary policy, and economic restructuring in action.

🔥 Lamborghini’s not going silent just yet.
The supercar maker says it’ll stick with petrol engines for another decade — betting that sound, style & status still drive demand.

The Curious Economist | Lamborghini Stays Loud: Why the Supercar Maker Isn’t Ready to Go Electric Lamborghini plans to keep its iconic combustion engines for another decade as EV demand slows. A great real-world example of market structure, consumer demand, and government regulation at play.

Trump hails a new trade deal with the UK as a "win," but economists warn that 10% tariffs could hurt growth, raise prices, and keep uncertainty high. A real-world case study in and

The Curious Economist | Trade Win or Tariff Trap? Trump’s UK Deal Raises Questions on Costs and Growth President Trump has called his new trade pact with the UK a “maxed out deal.” But behind the headlines, the fine print reveals something less exciting for

Google denies market power abuse as Canada’s Competition Bureau sues over digital ad dominance. Is this a battle for fair competition or a threat to innovation? 🇨🇦 https://thecuriouseconomist.com/google-fights-back-against-canadian-lawsuit-over-market-power/

In 2001, China joined the WTO, transforming global trade. But was it a win for all or a trigger for trade tensions?

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Perfect for IGCSE, IB, A-Level & AP Economics!

Real World Examples (RWEs) for IB Economics - China's Entry to the WTO 🌍 China’s Accession to the WTO: A Game-Changer for Global Trade? 🇨🇳📈Check out this real-world example of economic policy—perfect for those IGCSE, IB, A-L...

China strikes back! 🇨🇳💥🇺🇸 New tariffs, export controls, and a probe into Google escalate tensions in the U.S.-China trade war. What does this mean for global markets?

Round 2: China Hits Back with Retaliatory Tariffs and Economic Countermeasures China retaliates against U.S. tariffs with levies on American goods, export controls on key minerals, and an antitrust probe into Google. Explore the economic implications of this escalating trade war.

🚴‍♂️Can better cycling infrastructure boost the economy?🌍The UK’s National Cycle Network aims to promote sustainable transport, reduce congestion & improve public health-but is it working? Watch now 👉 https://youtu.be/1I7aZb8F_-0
Perfect for IB, AP & A-Level Economics!

Real World Examples of Economic Policy - The National Cycle Network 🚴‍♂️ The UK’s National Cycle Network: A Sustainable Transport Solution? 🌍https://thecuriouseconomist.com/national-cycle-network-ncn-in-the-uk/Can better cy...

💰Why is Ireland a corporate tax haven? 🇮🇪 From global giants like Apple to EU tax debates, we break down the economics behind Ireland's corporate tax rates and its global impact. Perfect for IGCSE, IB, AP, and A-Level Economics!📺Watch now 👉

Real World Examples - Ireland's Corporate Tax Policy 🏦 Ireland: A Corporate Tax Haven? 💰📉https://thecuriouseconomist.com/corporate-tax-haven-in-ireland/Why do global giants like Apple and Google love Ireland...

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🔥 Check out our latest video: Scotland’s Alcohol Minimum Pricing – Has It Worked? 🍺💰
Scotland introduced Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) for alcohol to tackle excessive drinking—but has it actually made a difference? We break down the economic impact, from supply and demand to externalities and market intervention.

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Real World Examples - Alcohol Minimum Pricing in Scotland 📢 Alcohol Minimum Pricing in Scotland: A Game-Changer for Public Health? 🍺💰https://thecuriouseconomist.com/alcohol-minimum-pricing-in-scotland/Scotland ma...

France eyes €60bn in savings with new tax hikes for high earners and corporations. Bold move to reduce deficit or risky for keeping wealth in the country?

France Targets the Wealthy with New Tax Hikes to Tackle Deficit France plans €60bn in savings for 2025 with new tax hikes on wealthy individuals and corporations. Will it stem the deficit, or drive the rich away?

Apple 🍎📱, Starbucks ☕️, and Nike 👟feel the squeeze in China as sales slip amid tough local competition and low consumer spending 📉

American Brands are Feeling the Squeeze as Sales Drop in China Major U.S. brands like Apple, Starbucks, and Nike are reporting sales declines in China due to lower consumer confidence and rising competition from local companies. Find out how they’re adapting.