Global Economy to Edge Up to 3.1 percent in 2018 but Future Potential Growth a Concern
The World Bank forecasts global economic growth to edge up to 3.1 percent in 2018 after a much stronger-than-expected 2017, as the recovery in...
Road Deaths and Injuries Hold Back Economic Growth in Developing Countries
A new World Bank study, funded by Bloomberg Philanthropies, finds that reducing road traffic deaths and injuries could result in substantial long-term income gains...
Mining Sector Can Help Achieve Sustainable Development Goals
Large-scale mining has the potential to play a critical role in helping to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in resource-rich countries, according to...
Capital Market Reforms Needed To Boost Colombia’s Growth
A new World Economic Forum white paper highlights the key obstacles that prevent the further development of deep and liquid capital markets in Colombia,...