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The Intelligence from The Economist

The Intelligence: An aid drop over Gaza

Mar 27, 2024
19:41
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Aid drops over Gaza due to food insecurity crisis, risks and rewards in investments, impact of rising cocoa prices on chocolate industry, extreme weather affecting cocoa production and chocolate prices.
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  • Increased aid drops by plane due to border crossing delays in Gaza to prevent famine
  • High volatility in stocks does not always result in higher returns, challenging modern portfolio theory

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Food Insecurity in Gaza

30% of Gaza's population is experiencing catastrophic food insecurity, with the potential for a famine in May. Aid from countries like the United States and Jordan is being dropped from planes due to border crossing delays, but the volume remains insufficient.

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