This idea has a long precedent in economic thought. John Maynard Keynes wrote extensively about how “animal spirits”—instincts and emotions that influence behavior—prompt people’s economic actions, ...

In his classic book, General Theory of Employment, Interest and Money, economist John Maynard Keynes suggested that investment decisions are driven more by “animal spirits" than cold ...

Spirit animals, deeply embedded in mythology and tradition, help you gain new perspectives on your life’s path. As a nocturnal creature with keen vision and silent flight, the owl is a powerful ...

Overall strong Q4 earnings and a healthy U.S. economy based on recent monthly reports is helping keep these mid-winter “animal spirits” alight. Speaking of a steep drop, U.S. Retail Sales last ...

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Artificial intelligence could eventually help us understand when animals are in pain or showing other emotions — at least according to researchers recently profiled in Science. For example ...

Nomura's Rob Subbaraman says the key to reviving China's economy lies in unlocking the hoard of dry powder stored up in consumers' savings. A$AP Rocky’s six words ...

Certain animals have evolved remarkable speeds to catch prey or evade predators. The ostrich, impala, and kangaroo showcase nature's incredible ingenuity, leveraging their speed and agility.