Global Economy’s “Speed Limit” Set to Fall to Three-Decade Low
The global economy’s “speed limit”—the maximum long-term rate at which it can grow without sparking inflation—is set to slump to a three-decade low by...
Economic Diversification Away from Oil is Crucial for the Republic of Congo
Economic diversification away from oil is crucial for reversing recent economic setbacks in the Republic of Congo and put the country on a pathway...
Solar Mini Grids Could Sustainably Power 380 million People in Africa by 2030
Solar mini grids can provide high-quality uninterrupted renewable electricity to underserved villages and communities across Sub-Saharan Africa and be the least-cost solution to close...
Global growth forecast to slow to 1.9% in 2023
Senior UN economists warned on Wednesday that intersecting crises are likely to add further damage to the global economy, with growth set to slow...
2023 Deloitte Global Marketing Trends Report Outlines Opportunities in Uncertain Times
With a new year comes new challenges, but also opportunities as business leaders and marketers set their sights on embracing trends and solutions that...
Weak Governance in MENA Region Worsens Deepening Land Crisis
Weak governance exacerbates the deepening land crisis in the Middle East and North Africa region, according to a new World Bank report that urges...
Geopolitical Instability Raises Threat of ‘Catastrophic Cyberattack in Next Two Years’
Geopolitical instability is exacerbating the risk of catastrophic cyberattacks, according to the Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2023 report, which was launched today at the World...
Unchecked Cyberattacks ‘Are Growing Threat to Fragile Global Economy’
Adoption of connected devices during the pandemic led to a dramatic increase in cyberattacks. According to a new report launched today at the World...
Countries That Tackle Food Crisis Can Boost ‘Jobs, Health and Nature’ and Meet Net-Zero Goals
A new report launched today at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023 shows how “early mover” countries can accelerate the food systems transformation.
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Sharp, Long-lasting Slowdown to Hit Developing Countries Hard
Global growth is slowing sharply in the face of elevated inflation, higher interest rates, reduced investment, and disruptions caused by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine,...