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June 20th || Girl Economics
The NFL, Nuclear Energy, and Nigerian Emigration
Girl Economics Admin
June 21, 2024
What is in the newsletter today?
Articles on Nuclear Energy in Australia, Revenue Strategies for the NFL, and the impact of Emigration on Nigeria
Opportunities to learn more about, and get involved in, economics and finance
In the News
1. Italian luxury sports brand Golden Goose, known for its distressed-looking trainers popular among celebrities, has postponed its Milan IPO due to market volatility following recent European and French elections, despite prior enthusiasm from investors and strong revenue growth, to avoid potential rapid sell-offs post-launch.
2. Most of the stocks previously hyped for their association with artificial intelligence have declined this year, indicating that investors are becoming more discerning about companies' actual AI-related performance, even as high-profile firms like Nvidia continue to thrive.
3. Trafigura, one of the world's largest trading houses, has agreed to pay a $55 million fine to US regulators for charges of fraud and manipulation, including trading with non-public information and impeding whistleblower communications, as part of a broader effort to enhance its compliance program amid ongoing investigations.
How the NFL Scores Big: Revenue Strategies and Taylor Swift’s Game-Changing Impact
Written by Louise C
The National Football League (NFL) isn’t just about touchdowns and tackles; it’s a financial powerhouse that rakes in billions yearly. While the thrill of the game captivates fans, the NFL’s economic success is driven by various revenue streams. An unexpected player has recently entered the field, made waves and attracted new fans: Tayler Swift. Her influence opens up fresh economic opportunities and transforms the league’s demographics. Here is a closer look at how the NFL generates wealth and how Taylor Swift’s superstar power drives new growth.
How “Japa” is Draining Nigeria’s Potential
Written by Desola O
Nigeria is one of the most populous nations on earth, ranked 39Th globally in GDP Rankings in 2023, yet 7 in 10 Nigerians would leave if they had the opportunity to and over 3.6 million Nigerians have migrated in the last two years. This culture of emigration is so prevalent that it has coined the term “Japa”, but what truly is the impact of this loss of human capital on Nigeria’s Economy?
Nuclear Energy in Australia: Coalition vs Labour
Written by Angelique M
The Coalition party, led by Peter Dutton, is pro-nuclear energy, and wants to build 7 nuclear reactors by 2050, if elected next year
The Labour party, led by Anthony Albanese, and currently in power, are anti-nuclear, and have kept the ban on nuclear since 1998
There are many conversations about the pros and cons, with the discussion being so notable that Dutton is claiming it will turn the election into a referendum for nuclear energy
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