OECD to Launch Pensions Outlook as Ageing Populations Raise Retirement Savings Concerns
As populations age across many parts of the world, questions about financial security after retirement are becoming increasingly important. Longer...
Economic Policy
Trump Intensifies Midterm Campaign in North Carolina as Economic Concerns Shape US Political Debate
GREENVILLE, North Carolina — US President Donald Trump stepped up his campaign efforts for Republican candidates in North Carolina on...
IMF Warns of Uneven Global Economic Growth as Geopolitical and Financial Risks Persist
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has highlighted continuing uncertainty in the global economy, with geopolitical tensions, changing financial conditions and...
Social Protection Spending Reaches 23% of GDP Across OECD and EU Countries as Financial Pressures Grow
Governments across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) and the European Union are facing increasing pressure to maintain...
IMF Unveils Global Policy Priorities to Strengthen Economic Resilience and Sustainable Growth
The International Monetary Fund is placing economic resilience, financial stability and sustainable growth at the centre of its global policy...
IMF Projects Uneven Global Economic Growth in 2026 as India and China Maintain Strong Momentum
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has published its latest economic outlook, projecting different growth trajectories for major economies in 2026....
IMF Warns of Growing Financial Stability Risks From AI Investments, Rising Bond Yields and Cyberattacks
Global financial markets have demonstrated resilience amid economic uncertainty, but emerging vulnerabilities could threaten financial stability if they are not...
Global Financial Markets Face Emerging Risks From AI, Rising Bond Yields and Cyber Threats
Global financial markets have demonstrated considerable resilience amid economic uncertainty, geopolitical tensions and rapidly changing investment conditions. However, beneath this...
Global Financial Stability Faces Hidden Risks Despite Market Resilience
Financial markets have continued to demonstrate their ability to withstand economic uncertainty, but their apparent strength does not eliminate the...
IMF Updates Economic Surveillance Strategy as Global Risks Become More Complex
Washington: The International Monetary Fund has updated its approach to monitoring global economies as countries face a rapidly changing environment...
Marine Le Pen Pushes Alternative Budget as France’s Far Right Sharpens Economic Message
Marine Le Pen’s National Rally is seeking to strengthen its economic credentials with an alternative budget proposal focused on reducing...
IMF Examines How Corporate Tax Changes Can Affect Economies Across Borders
Washington: The International Monetary Fund has released new analysis examining how changes in corporate taxation in one country can influence...
RBI Rate Hike Expectations Rise as Inflation Pressures and Global Rates Reshape India’s Business Outlook
Mumbai: Expectations of a fresh interest-rate increase by the Reserve Bank of India have intensified as inflation pressures broaden, economic...
Canada Faces Political Debate Over Economic Policy and Labour Relations
Canada's government is facing renewed political debate over economic policy as discussions involving workers, trade unions and the country's broader...
IMF Updates Global Economic Surveillance Framework to Address New Sources of Risk
Washington: The International Monetary Fund has completed its 2026 Comprehensive Surveillance Review, updating the way it monitors economic and financial...
Economic Issues Take Center Stage in US Midterm Election Debate
Washington: Economic conditions are emerging as a major focus of political debate in the United States as the country moves...
WTO Report Examines Major Changes Reshaping the Global Trading System
Geneva: The global trading system is undergoing significant changes as geopolitical tensions, technological advances and growing government intervention reshape the...
China Stocks Gain as Investors Look for Stronger Support for the Property Sector
Beijing: Chinese mainland equities moved higher as investors responded to expectations of additional policy support for the country's property sector...
Egypt Investment Minister Highlights Economic Policies and Investment Priorities
Egypt is continuing efforts to strengthen its investment environment and expand economic opportunities, with the country’s Investment and Foreign Trade...
IMF and World Bank Strengthen Debt Assessment Rules for Low-Income Countries
The International Monetary Fund and World Bank have approved a major update to the framework used to assess debt sustainability...
How Work Experience Can Build Human Capital and Boost Productivity
Washington, September Education is widely recognized as an important source of human capital, but new analysis highlighted by the World...
South Korea Provides New Clarification on National Debt and Government Finances
South Korea's government has provided additional information about the country's national debt as authorities seek to improve public understanding of...
Russia Pushes Domestic Technology Development to Strengthen National Innovation
Russia is placing greater emphasis on developing homegrown technologies as the government reviews progress and future priorities under its national...
China Plans Wider Global Use of Yuan Through Financial Opening and Cross-Border Payments
China is preparing a broader push to strengthen the international role of its currency by expanding financial-market access, improving cross-border...
Trump Dividend Proposal Puts $5,000 Payment Promise at Center of U.S. Economic Debate
The White House has highlighted a new proposal from President Donald Trump that would potentially provide a $5,000 cash dividend...
Czech Republic Raises Minimum Wage Framework for 2027 and 2028
PRAGUE — The Czech government has approved a new mechanism for determining the minimum wage for 2027 and 2028, setting...
Belgium Raises €3.5 Billion Through Treasury Certificate Auction
BRUSSELS — Belgium has raised approximately €3.501 billion through its latest auction of Treasury certificates, providing the federal government with...
Australia’s One Nation Proposes Early Super Access as Cost-of-Living Battle Intensifies
CANBERRA — Australia’s One Nation party has proposed a major change to the country’s compulsory retirement savings system, allowing eligible...
Kenya Moves Against Foreign Traders as Government Defends Protection of Small Businesses
Kenya has stepped up its campaign against foreign traders operating in small-scale retail and other informal businesses, opening a new...
Japan Unveils New Measures to Strengthen Economic Growth and Energy Security
Japan has announced a fresh set of government measures aimed at supporting economic growth, strengthening energy security and preparing the...
Hungary Launches New Measures to Support Families and Strengthen Domestic Economic Activity
Hungary is continuing to place families, household finances and domestic economic activity at the centre of its government agenda, with...
Why Current Account Imbalances Persist in the Global Economy
Current account imbalances remain one of the most persistent features of the international economy. Some countries regularly record large surpluses,...
Asia-Pacific Tax Revenues Rise in 2024, but Huge Differences Persist Across Economies
Tax revenues increased as a share of economic output across the Asia-Pacific region in 2024, although the latest OECD data...
IMF Warns Global Economic Imbalances Are Widening Again as China’s Surplus Expands
Global current account imbalances widened further in 2025, marking a renewed reversal of the narrowing trend that followed the global...
World Bank Data Highlights Major Gap in Public Services and Transparency
WASHINGTON — August 27, 2026: A World Bank data visualization has highlighted a notable difference among three key pillars used...
The Books Shaping the Future of the Global Economy
In an era marked by economic uncertainty, technological disruption, and geopolitical rivalry, understanding global economic trends has become more important...
Which Countries Don’t Use Their Own Currency? A Look at the World’s Shared and Foreign Money Systems
Money is one of the strongest symbols of a nation's identity. Most countries print and manage their own currency through...
Saudi Arabia Strengthens Economic Resilience While Accelerating Vision 2030 Reforms
Saudi Arabia continues to demonstrate notable economic resilience despite heightened geopolitical tensions across the Middle East. Although regional uncertainty has...
IMF and Bolivia Reach Staff-Level Agreement on New Reform Programme Under Extended Fund Facility
AI Generated The International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Government of Bolivia have reached a staff-level agreement on a new...
WTO Panel Issues Report on Türkiye’s Measures Affecting Electric Vehicles and Other Vehicles
GENEVA — A World Trade Organization (WTO) panel has released its report regarding Türkiye’s measures affecting electric vehicles (EVs) and...
