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After Biden’s withdrawal: What plans does Kamala Harris have for the economy?
After Biden’s withdrawal: What plans does Kamala Harris have for the economy?

After Biden’s withdrawal: What plans does Kamala Harris have for the economy?

The withdrawal of incumbent US President Joe Biden from the presidential race is bringing new momentum to the election campaign. Kamala Harris, currently Vice President under Biden, is now seen as the likely Democratic candidate. What policies could Harris stand for and what plans could she have for the US economy?

“Brinkmanship” – Agreement on Debt Ceiling
“Brinkmanship” – Agreement on Debt Ceiling
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“Brinkmanship” – Agreement on Debt Ceiling

The representatives of the Democrats and the Republicans have reached an agreement in the dispute over the debt ceiling in the USA. The cap of $31,400 billion is to be suspended until 2025. Subject to approval in the House of Representatives and Congress, the agreement is positive for the financial markets. However, another effect could weigh on the markets further down the line.

20 Years of 9/11: Full Circle from Bush to Biden
20 Years of 9/11: Full Circle from Bush to Biden
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20 Years of 9/11: Full Circle from Bush to Biden

Exactly 20 years ago, on 11 September 2001, the USA was shaken by the worst terrorist attacks in its history. The attacks on the World Trade Center in New York claimed the lives of 3,000 people. They changed world politics. The effects are still a big issue today – keyword Afghanistan.

G7 countries agree climate targets, vaccination programmes and China policy
G7 countries agree climate targets, vaccination programmes and China policy
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G7 countries agree climate targets, vaccination programmes and China policy

With renewed vigour, the heads of state of the G7 group of leading industrialised nations recently agreed climate targets, vaccination programmes for poor countries and a common front against China at their eponymous summit, held in the British resort of Carbis Bay.

Global semiconductor shortage continues to pose challenge for automotive and electronics sectors
Global semiconductor shortage continues to pose challenge for automotive and electronics sectors
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Global semiconductor shortage continues to pose challenge for automotive and electronics sectors

The global shortage of semiconductors is causing problems for car manufacturers and the computer industry. Trends such as the digitalisation of working life or autonomous driving are likely to increase demand even more. Technology shares are in demand.

US and Europe restarting joint efforts in fight against climate change
US and Europe restarting joint efforts in fight against climate change
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US and Europe restarting joint efforts in fight against climate change

The USA and the EU are back on the same page as new President Joe Biden takes office. The new US climate envoy John Kerry, on his first visit to Brussels in this role, underlined the importance of the renewed climate alliance with Europe. “We are committed to renewing our strong alliance in the fight against the climate crisis,” the former US Secretary of State said in a joint statement with EU representatives last Wednesday.

USA: Clear sailing for Joe Biden’s economic programme after winning Senate majority
USA: Clear sailing for Joe Biden’s economic programme after winning Senate majority
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USA: Clear sailing for Joe Biden’s economic programme after winning Senate majority

After the Democrats’ success in the Senate run-off elections in the US State of Georgia, the party now has the de-facto majority in both chambers of Congress, and therefore US President-elect Joe Biden should soon have much more leeway for implementing his economic policy programmes.