Discover the intricate relationship between politics and economics in central bank decisions. Explore Africa's economic potential and the efforts being made to unlock it. Learn about the concerning trend in Americans' economic confidence. Stay informed about the latest developments impacting Connecticut malls and their economic impact. These stories provide valuable insights into the complex dynamics of international finance, the untapped potential of Africa's economy, the economic sentiment of the nation, and the local economic landscape. Sources: https://www.centralbanking.com/central-banks/financial-stability/7961221/politics-and-economics-drive-swap-line-decisions-imf-paper https://www.forbes.com/sites/globalcitizen/2024/04/30/new-study-series-set-to-highlight-africas-economic-impact-globally/ https://thehill.com/newsletters/business-economy/4634292-americans-economic-confidence-slips/ https://www.wfsb.com/video/2024/04/30/future-connecticut-malls-economic-impact/ Outline: (00:00:00) Introduction (00:00:38) Politics and economics drive swap line decisions – IMF paper (00:03:32) New Study Series Set To Highlight Africa’s Economic Impact Globally (00:06:38) Americans’ economic confidence slips (00:10:00) The Future of Connecticut Malls: The Economic Impact