29 Sept 2023, 15:09 UTC≈6,910 views48 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
The Economic Perspective on the Barbenheimer Phenomenon
#Econgram_Business
The Barbenheimer* phenomenon, a summer 2023 sensation, sparked online trends. However, it is also noteworthy for its economic impact.
Data on Barbie:
1) Barbie’s Warner Bros. is the highest-grossing* global release in the studio’s 100-year history, beating out 2011’s “Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2.”
2) “Barbie” made $155 mill…
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25 Sept 2023, 11:49 UTC≈6,250 views30 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
A new way to connect East and West
#Econgram_World
Facts:
1) During the G20 summit, the project for a new ship and rail corridor connecting India, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean area was proposed. That would make trade between India and Europe 40% faster.
2) “This is nothing less than historic. It will be the most direct connection to date between India, the Arabian Gulf and Europe,” stated Ursula von der …
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7 Sept 2023, 13:37 UTC≈5,890 views39 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
U.S. bans investments in China
#Econgram_World
Facts:
1) Earlier in August, Biden signed an executive order to prohibit new investments in sensitive Chinese technology firms. The decision is aimed at stopping the Chinese military from accessing American capital and knowledge. Restrictions will come into force from 2024.
2) According to U.S. Commerce Secretary Raimondo, restrictions on Chinese technology investments…
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4 Sept 2023, 18:06 UTC≈5,110 views25 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
Is it the end for Erdoganomics?
#Econgram_Turkey
Facts:
1) After years of unorthodox economic policies*, Erdogan is finally fighting inflation.
Analysis:
1) Erdogan is a proponent of unorthodox economic policies. They suggest that the lower the cost of borrowing*, the lower the prices: "low rates, low inflation". That theory made it impossible for the Turkish Central Bank to tackle the country’s rising inflation. I…
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30 Aug 2023, 17:55 UTC≈4,680 views7 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
Zero-day options: the evidence of increasing market volatility*
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Facts:
1) Zero-day options* have become increasingly popular in the market since the beginning of the Coronavirus. These options now represent 43% of the overall S&P 500 options volume, up from 6% in 2017.
2) JPMorgan's research indicates that institutional investors* dominate demand. Despite potential gains, some traders acknowledge th…
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27 Aug 2023, 18:06 UTC≈3,850 views15 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Poll
Should Japan allow Saudi Arabia to join GCAP?
- Yes, of course! GCAP will receive additional funding.35%
- Probably yes. Money is never excessive. Moreover, perhaps, Saudi Arabia's technology will be useful.19%
- It won't affect the final outcome either way.8%
- Probably not. Why add a participant that lacks the technology for complex projects?20%
- No! Saudi Arabia may be Britain's partner, but certainly not Japan's.8%
- I know a private military company that might be interested in it...4%
- I will write my opinion in the comments...5%
Shares as published, totalling 99%. No per-option vote count is published by Telegram, so none is shown.
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24 Aug 2023, 21:14 UTC≈4,100 views39 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
Saudi Arabia plans to create a domestic arms industry to reduce its dependence on the U.S.
#Econgram_World
Facts:
1) In December 2022, Italy, the UK and Japan signed The Global Combat Air Programme (GCAP). Its purpose is to create an advanced and exportable combat aircraft by 2035.
2) Despite Italy and the UK supporting the admission of Saudi Arabia into GCAP, Japan is against it.
3) According to a senior British …
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23 Aug 2023, 12:46 UTC≈3,820 views12 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Poll
Why does Germany want to legalize cannabis?
- Due to the additional tax revenue.36%
- It is a popular liberal policy meant to increase support among young people.16%
- It is an attempt to control the market of illegal substances.34%
- It is a plan to undermine the country from within by dehumanizing young people.7%
- Does The Econgram sell tickets to Germany?4%
- I will express my opinion in the comments below…2%
Shares as published, totalling 99%. No per-option vote count is published by Telegram, so none is shown.
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20 Aug 2023, 13:24 UTC≈4,670 views33 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
Germany will legalize Marijuana
#Econgram_EU
Facts:
1) Germany's cabinet plans to draft a controlled legalization of cannabis.
2) The law will allow individuals aged 18-21 to possess up to 25g of cannabis. Those aged over 21 will be able to possess up to 50g monthly. Moreover, the law permits cultivating a maximum of three plants for personal use.
Analysis:
1) Two years ago, the soon-to-be chancellor Olaf Scholz p…
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16 Aug 2023, 14:31 UTC≈4,150 views38 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
Why do competitors open their stores next to each other: applying the game theory
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The Game theory
One of our previous articles unveiled the game theory and the Nash equilibrium (https://t.me/TheEcongram/343).
The Game theory studies strategic decision-making. In turn, the Nash equilibrium in game theory is a situation in which each player has chosen a strategy and has no motivation to ch…
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13 Aug 2023, 15:02 UTC≈3,360 views20 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
From pessimism to a bull market: the AI boom
#Econgram_World
John Templeton* said: "Bull markets* are born on pessimism, grown on scepticism, mature on optimism, and die on euphoria." We can observe that pattern today.
The phase of pessimism and scepticism
1) In the Eurozone, in October 2022, interest rates were rising rapidly, and inflation was hitting double digits. The S&P 500 index was down by nearly one-quarte…
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11 Aug 2023, 14:43 UTC≈3,060 views21 reactionsread 8 August 2026 Photo
Italy's new bank tax will cause a welfare loss of €7bn
#Econgram_EU
Facts:
1) Italy plans to impose a windfall tax* on banking activities. The tax will generate roughly €3bn in revenues for the government. In turn, it will cause losses to the banking sector worth almost €10bn.
Analysis:
1) After 15 years at a 0% interest rate, the European Central Bank is raising rates to fight inflation. That has increased banks' …
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