The Economic Weekly is a magazine that publishes research articles in social sciences. Additionally, this publication addresses various important political and economic topics.
Established in 1949 and published by Sameeksha Trust, Gopal Guru was appointed Editor on January 2018 for five years.
The Weekly Economic Index (WEI)
The Weekly Economic Index (WEI) is a high-frequency measure of economic health. It represents the common component of 10 different daily and weekly series that measure consumer behavior, labor market conditions and production activity. Scaled against four-quarter GDP growth rates, it is updated every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. CT with data available up until 8 a.m.
The WEI is produced by Daniel Lewis, an economist at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York; Karel Mertens, senior economic policy advisor of Dallas’ Federal Reserve Bank; and Jim Stock, professor of economics at Harvard. It draws its data series from Redbook same-store sales; Rasmussen Consumer Index new claim; continues claims; American Staffing Association Staffing Index weekly raw steel production output without Hawaii or Alaska included, fuel sales to end users, railroad traffic originated and federal withholding tax collection.
The WEI is an essential economic index that serves to monitor and forecast growth of the US economy. Furthermore, its use can provide us with an indicator as to the effect of interest rate hikes on US growth.
The Economic and Political Weekly (EPW)
Economic and Political Weekly (EPW), founded in 1960, has held an iconic place in India’s intellectual history for more than 50 years. Over this time, its readers have utilized this journal as a forum to debate economics, politics, sociology, culture and environmentalism among many other disciplines.
Each week, EPW provides expert commentary on some of the world’s most pressing issues. Contributions have come from Nobel laureates, government officials, academics and social activists alike.
EPW has provided an opportunity for many young social scientists and political activists to publish their work and build their careers while making an impactful contribution to research.
EPW has long welcomed authors who address social justice and poverty-related topics, which has helped it earn international renown and an ever-expanding readership.
The EPW has managed to stay afloat through both its own resources and the strong community that has formed around the journal over time. Their unwavering support has ensured its survival even during times of financial strain.
The Economic Development Week (EDW)
Every year, Economic Development Week (EDW) highlights the role economic developers play in encouraging economic growth and prosperity throughout our nation. Communities nationwide use EDW to highlight local economic development programs with various events throughout EDW week.
Economic development professionals strive to enhance a community’s business climate, attract new businesses while keeping existing ones, create jobs and expand the tax base – efforts which are essential to creating a thriving local economy. Economic development efforts can make or break a community’s success.
Small businesses are an invaluable way to support a community’s overall economy. Not only can they add character to a place, but they provide families with unforgettable experiences that no other establishment can replicate.
Companies play an essential role in providing tax revenue that pays for public services and infrastructure in our community, including public safety services like fire and emergency medical response. HOTCOG takes great pride in working closely with small businesses within our own borders in order to help them thrive as part of our economic development services.
As Economic Development Week kicks off this Thursday, we encourage you to visit local businesses and show your appreciation for what they contribute to the economy. Doing this is an incredible way to strengthen the community and support small business in Central Texas! May’s inaugural week provides an ideal time for showing gratitude for small business contributions that strengthen the local economy.
