An economist explains what COVID-19 has done to the economy
Sep 25, 2020 · COVID-19 has caused an economic shock three times worse than the 2008 financial crisis. Europe and emerging markets have been hit hard economically, China has …
The top economics stories of 2024 - The World Economic Forum
Dec 11, 2024 · With rapid interest rate rises in recent times to dampen inflation, central banks ran the risk of recessions as growth was stifled. However, across most economies that was …
These are the biggest global risks we face in 2024 and beyond
Jan 10, 2024 · The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024 says the biggest short-term risk stems from misinformation and disinformation. In the longer term, climate-related …
Now is the time for a 'great reset' - The World Economic Forum
Jun 3, 2020 · According to the Financial Times, global government debt has already reached its highest level in peacetime. Moreover, unemployment is skyrocketing in many countries: in the …
Global trade growth could more than double in 2024. Here’s why
May 14, 2024 · The OECD’s chief economist, Clare Lombardelli, told the Financial Times that trade was growing in line with wider economic growth. Slow but steady economic growth at …
Global debt is at $307 trillion. Why does it matter? | World …
Dec 21, 2023 · Global debt has already hit a record $307 trillion in 2023, the Institute of International Finance says. This covers borrowing by governments, businesses and households.
Global cooperation key to navigating stormy economic waters
Jan 20, 2025 · Working together to fix our global economic ship so it benefits more people is not a charitable act; it is a wise investment in our common future. Not to oversimplify it, but there are …
Global Risks Report 2025: ‘bleak’ outlook for the decade ahead
Jan 15, 2025 · The World Economic Forum’s latest Global Risks Report reveals a significant carryover of 2024's key concerns while highlighting some new and notable shifts in risk …
Day 2 Davos 2025: Live coverage and what to know - The World …
Jan 20, 2025 · The World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting takes place in Davos from 20-24 January 2025. Here's a snapshot of everything you need to know about Davos 2025 Day 2. …
The future of learning: AI is revolutionizing education 4.0
Apr 28, 2024 · In 2020, the World Economic Forum identified eight pivotal transformations needed to enhance education quality in the age of the Fourth Industrial Revolution – Education 4.0 …