July 10, 2019 By Mary Ann Callahan Blockchain technology is touted by many to be the future of data storage. Moreover, it attracts attention, because it is related to cryptocurrency. Everyone who ever tried to buy bitcoin is aware of blockchain. However, it is reasonable to pay attention to the […]

July 10, 2019/IMFBlog By IMFBlog Over the past two decades, most of the changes in bilateral trade balances—the difference in the value of exports and imports between two countries—were explained by macroeconomic factors, according to IMF research. These factors include fiscal policy, demographics, and weak domestic demand. They may also […]

July 9, 2019/OilPrice.com Chart of the Week –     U.S. oil production continues to break records, surpassing 12 mb/d in April for the first time on a monthly basis. –    The soaring production gains over the last few years came overwhelmingly from Texas. Production in Texas stood just shy of […]