The global trade outlook for 2025 has sharply deteriorated following the announcement and partial implementation of new US "reciprocal tariffs," often referred to as Trump tariffs. According to the WTO's...
In 2024, global debt reached a staggering USD 250 trillion, equivalent to 237% of global GDP, according to the IMF’s 2024 Global Debt Monitor. Although this marks a slight decline...
Introduction In 2025,U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposed tariff hikes—including a staggering increase from 34% to 145% on Chinese imports and a flat 10% tariff on key trade partners such as...
A Pathway to Sustainable Growth Africa holds a treasure trove of mineral wealth, producing 80% of the world’s platinum, 67% of its cobalt, and leading in gold, diamonds, and bauxite....
Sub-Saharan Africa's economic outlook for 2024 presents a picture of gradual recovery, with growth projected to rise from 2.4% in 2023 to 3% in 2024, and reaching 4% by 2025-2026....
Global inflation is projected to moderate to 3.5% in 2024, with a further decline to 2.8% by 2026, aligning with central bank targets. However, inflation remains elevated, especially in Emerging...
Global growth is projected to stabilize at 2.6% in 2024, with only a slight rise to 2.7% by 2026, falling below the pre-pandemic average of 3.1%. Advanced economies are expected...
Global growth faces multiple risks, including geopolitical tensions, which may disrupt trade and raise energy prices beyond $84 per barrel in 2024. Trade fragmentation could slow expected trade growth to...
Global growth is projected to stabilize at 2.6% in 2024, rising to 2.7% by 2025-2026, which is slower than the pre-COVID average of 3.1%. Emerging Market and Developing Economies (EMDEs)...
Global growth prospects in 2024 show diverse regional dynamics. South Asia is the fastest-growing region, with projected growth of 6.2%, driven by India’s 6.6% expansion. East Asia and Pacific (EAP)...
