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Union Budget 2022-23: Govt maintains focus on sector

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While the sizeable increase in infra spend and sectoral initiatives in Union Budget augur well, there is need for policy reforms that help create a robust private investment ecosystem. Both of these would be addressed through the Gati Shakti initiative which is one of the cornerstones of Budget 2022-23.

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Enrollment Declines Increase Pressure on ‘Woke’ Higher Ed

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Reprinted from The Center Square Higher education is confronting a problem: its customer base is shrinking. Nathan Grawe, an economist who maintains a forecast known as the Higher Education Demand Index, projects enrollment declines in some states of over 15 percent. million , much of which is restricted from supporting annual budgets.

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Voters turned out for economic justice: A review of key ballot measures from the 2022 midterm elections

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Though much work remains to be done to enact a progressive economic agenda, this midterm election showed clear signs of support for a policy agenda that prioritizes economic, racial, and gender justice for working families. Nebraska: Voters approved Initiative 433, which will increase the state’s minimum wage to $15 by 2026.

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SA Budget Speech 2023: What can CFOs expect?

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By Jeff Ryan , MD of AWCape, a Platinum Sage business partner for HR, payroll and financial solutions South Africa’s Budget Speech for 2023 is an eagerly anticipated event for CFOs and financial leaders alike, as it provides insight into the government’s economic priorities and plans for the year ahead.

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Financial Literacy for Parents

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Those looking for insight on saving for college may want to check out The Price You Pay for College by Ron Lieber, which explains the financial aid process and the monetary implication of various educational paths. Let’s face it: The mere thought of paying for higher education someday can put more than a few parents into a cold sweat.

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Latest Economic Stimulus Package On Hold

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CNBC obtained a breakdown provided to lawmakers by the Office of Management and Budget. But Lawrence Alan Kudlow, director of the National Economic Council and a top White House advisor, and Mark Meadows, President Donald Trump’s chief of staff, are among the fiscal conservatives who oppose additional handouts.

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What the National Debt Means to You

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Some worry that excessive government debt levels can impact economic stability with ramifications for the strength of the currency in trade, economic growth, and unemployment. National Debt vs. Budget Deficits. The national debt is simply the net accumulation of the federal government’s annual budget deficits.

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