Discover the core principles of development economics, including top theories like mercantilism and structural-change theory, ...

For decades, the economics establishment generally agreed on a simple answer: Embrace free markets and avoid “industrial policy”—state-led efforts to shape what an economy produces—at all costs. No ...

T he International Economic Development Council (IEDC) has unveiled the winners of its 2025 Excellence in Economic Development Awards. These projects and organizations were selected by an esteemed ...

KALPANA KOCHHAR is director of development policy and finance at the Gates Foundation. Opinions expressed in articles and other materials are those of the authors; they do not necessarily reflect IMF ...

On Aug. 15, 1947, British colonial rule in South Asia officially ended. The four independent states that eventually emerged in its place — India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, and Bangladesh — all faced urgent ...

TO GRASP THE stakes of economic growth, start with the arithmetic of compounding. Over two generations an economy growing at about 1% a year will not even double in size; one growing at 7% will expand ...

Tech Moves covers notable hires, promotions and personnel changes in the Pacific NW tech community. Submissions: [email protected] by Lisa Stiffler on Nov 21, 2025 at 9:40 am November 21, 2025 at 4:53 ...

Laredo Economic Development Week 2026 runs next week with forums, networking, a business expo and job fair focused on growth ...