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How the ICC Cricket World Cup benefits the Indian economy

The ICC Cricket World Cup brings people together and has a positive ripple effect on local economies. How does the event benefit the Indian economy?

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US small business growth in a shifting economy

Small business growth has been spurred by the pace of business creation, the rise of online marketplaces and resilience in consumer spending. What’s next?

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Tourism fuels economic diversification in the Gulf states

The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region stands out as one of the most resilient tourist hubs in its post-Covid recovery.

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Holiday spending 2023

Lower inflation plus a strong job market equal an empowered shopper. Who is the U.S. holiday shopper of 2023 and how will they impact holiday spending?

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London's economic clock

How has the UK economy evolved over the last few years? London is seeing a shift in consumer spending both during the day and night as a result of hybrid work patterns.

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When the consumer spends, the job market grows

The U.S. economy is proving resilient, thanks in part to a positive feedback loop between consumer spending and job market growth.

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Australia's Economic Clock

An analysis of the day and night economies in Sydney and Melbourne Australia, looking at changes in consumer spending by day of week and time of day.

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NYC's Economic Clock

The changing spending patterns in New York City offer valuable insights into the evolving nature of work and its impact on the NYC economy.

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Travel Industry Trends 2023 Webinar

Hear from Mastercard experts on the state of the travel industry in 2023.

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Prices, wages, employment: What’s ahead for consumers in Asia Pacific

The end of Covid-related restrictions in China could be positive for the economy in the entire Asia-Pacific region. But there's potential for challenges by way of labor shortages, wage increases and lasting inflation.

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5 questions to help your brand navigate the 2023 economy

For savvy retail marketers, the current economy can be an opportunity to move their brand forward. Help your brand stay competitive and navigate the economy by asking these five questions.

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Outlook Report
Economic Outlook 2023

This year's Economic Outlook report explores the causes and effects shaping the speed and path of real economic growth, - focusing on housing prices, interest rates, inflation, consumer spending & omnichannel growth.

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Shifting wallets: New consumer spending habits

Consumer spending in 2022 has shifted in what, where and when consumers are making purchases. Much of this has been driven by a consumer desire for more control after three years of uncertainty. But with evolving macroeconomic trends, do we dare call this the “new normal”?

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A view on US housing: today and tomorrow

Pandemic-induced changes in the US housing market have been significant. Experts from the Mastercard Economics Institute look at where the market is headed and how consumer spending is impacted.

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Insights from the Economics Institute

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