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Why Economies Need People Willing to Stick Their Necks Out
David S. Evans // October 06, 2025

To prosper, economies need catalysts. Catalysts aren’t just entrepreneurs with bright ideas. They’re people who stick their necks out when the odds are long and paybacks are uncertain. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

Europe’s Economic Decline: Why Eurosclerosis Threatens Growth and Competitiveness
David S. Evans // September 09, 2025

To some Americans, including leading economists, Europe had it right.  Work-life balance with long vacations. An enviable social welfare net.  Happier. And even capitalism worked better there with more competition and lower prices.  Some of our views of Europe were shaped by pleasant vacations and...

New Survey Shows Main Street Businesses Fighting Economic Uncertainty With 3 Key Investments
SMBs // March 15, 2022

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Why Hoarding Toilet Paper Ain’t A Charmin’ Sign of Things to Come
Coronavirus // March 16, 2020

Hoarding is never pretty, and rationing goods in response to hoarding is never pretty either. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

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Why Hoarding Toilet Paper Ain’t A Charmin’ Sign of Things to Come

March 16, 2020
Hoarding is never pretty, and rationing goods in response to hoarding is never pretty either. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

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China and the US, Intertwined Economically

December 13, 2016
Much has been made about the state of diplomatic relations between China and the U.S. in the wake of Donald Trump’s election to the presidency. The disputes over Taiwan may rage on, but the fact remains that the two consumer-driven juggernauts are dependent upon one another for markets, demand and economic livelihoods. Get the Full Story […]

The Facebook Economy (According To Facebook)

January 21, 2015
Facebook has 1.35 billion users and is responsible for $227 billion in global economic impact and 4.5 million jobs, according to a report the social network commissioned from consulting firm...