The first half of 2025 brought with it a renewed focus on global trade wars, particularly as the United States government began to (again) question many long-standing global trade agreements — whether formally inked or traditionally observed. As a result, discourse about tariffs reached a fever pitch in the news and across social media.So, let’s ask a simple question: are tariffs good or bad for an economy, and the people within it? 

James Benford joins ONS as the new Director General for Economic, Social, and Environmental Statistics, bringing expertise to enhance economic data quality.

The Economic Science Association (ESA) has announced its 2025 Award Winners, together with its newest fellows.

United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has appointed Aya Suzuki as the new Senior Vice-Rector of the United Nations University.

Lawrence D. Bobo has announced his resignation as Harvard's Dean of Social Science, citing personal matters as the reason. David Cutler, an economics professor, will take over as interim dean for the next two academic years during a period of budget constraints, reports the Harvard Crimson, a college newspaper.

The Complete University Guide has published its 2026 league table for undergraduate Economics programs at UK universities, offering prospective students valuable insights into the best institutions to consider for their economics studies. As last year, the University of Cambridge tops the table.

Allianz Global Investors has announced the appointment of Christian Schulz as Chief Economist, effective July 1, 2025. He will lead the firm's Global Economics & Strategy team, contributing to macroeconomic research and market insights aimed at enhancing investment portfolios.