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How do elections affect the stock market?

Uncertainty around elections – and the potential policy decisions of new governments – can lead to fluctuations in the stock market. Over the longer term, the party in power seems to make limited difference to the performance of shares in publicly listed companies.

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Energy & climate change

Degrowth: is there any consensus on whether it might be a good idea?

Faced with the threat of climate change and other environmental damage, some say that the solution is a reversal of our collective commitment to continued economic growth. But the idea of degrowth has a range of definitions – and reviews of research on the topic reach contrasting conclusions.

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Live: US election

Today, millions of American voters have cast their ballots to decide who will be the next president: Donald Trump or Kamala Harris. Keep an eye on the crucial swing states highlighted on the map, where the election will be won or lost.

As vote counts are reported, this map will update live every minute with the latest results.

For insights into how elections can influence the stock market, read Clive Walker’s analysis from earlier this year

Energy & climate change

How are plastics harming marine ecosystems?

The oceans have become a waste-sink for plastics—just like the atmosphere is for greenhouse gas emissions. A higher carbon price may help tackle both problems.

Attitudes, media & governance

What are the economic impacts of institutions and technology?

Institutions that have been in place for centuries and cutting-edge new technologies both have big effects on society. Daron Acemoglu, co-recipient of the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economic Sciences, talks to Graeme Roy about how we can harness institutions and technologies for the common good.

Lessons from history

#economicsfest: How can lessons from the past help to improve our economy?

The UK faces major economic, social and environmental challenges, which include fixing ailing productivity, boosting social mobility and meeting climate targets. Each will require learning lessons from the country’s past and implementing clear and focused policy.

Health, physical & mental

How can we reduce obesity and improve diets?

Rising rates of obesity and other diet-related diseases are costly to people’s health and the NHS. Recommendations from the National Food Strategy set out a path to healthier – and less environmentally damaging – choices.

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