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Oil and Gas: Upstream, Midstream, and Downstream
The oil and gas industry is divided into three components or sectors: the upstream, midstream, and downstream. Note that these three sectors also correspond to […]
Pros and Cons of GDP as a Macroeconomic Indicator
The gross domestic product or GDP of a particular country represents the total monetary value of all final goods and services produced within its borders […]
Where Does Fentanyl in the U.S. Come From?
Fentanyl is an opioid analgesic used in the management of severe pain. It is 50 to 100 times more potent than morphine. However, because it […]
Tariff Basics: Advantages and Disadvantages
The English word “tariff” comes from the Italian word “tariffa” which was further derived from a similar-sounding Arabic word that translated to “notification” or “inventory […]
Explainer: Origins and Causes of the US-China Trade War
The US-China trade war is an economic conflict between the United States and the People’s Republic of China. Both countries have been engaged in this […]
Is Tesla A Tech Company: The Debate Explained
Tesla has been known for producing iconic electric vehicles such as the Roadster and Model S. Some people would consider it an automaker. However, as […]
Factors Affecting the Prices of Oil and Gas
Oil and gas remain the most traded and consumed commodities in the world. The global economy remains dependent on these fossil fuels to generate the […]
The Economic Accomplishments of the Biden Administration
Sentiments about the United States economy under the tenure of Joe Biden from January 2021 to January 2025 are often divided between two main concerns. […]
The Business Strategy of TikTok
The short-form video-sharing app TikTok has become one of the top social networking platforms in the world alongside Facebook and Instagram with over a billion […]