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The conflict in the Middle East is, hopefully, coming to a close. However, the subsequent fall in global oil prices...
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The conflict in the Middle East is, hopefully, coming to a close. However, the subsequent fall in global oil prices...
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AI is transforming urban economies, with major cities thriving while job growth lags. Discover how innovation is reshaping the job...
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Discover the disparities in AI readiness across Europe, highlighting key regions and their potential in the evolving technological landscape.
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Falling oil prices are easing supply-chain stress and inflation, but challenges remain in agriculture. Discover more insights in our latest...
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The UK is set for a leadership change, with Andy Burnham likely stepping in. Key economic challenges await, impacting fiscal...
Retiree discretionary spending is growing, driven by increased leisure demand and wealth transfer, shaping the future of consumer real estate.
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Explore insights on the balanced labor market, productivity growth, and the Federal Reserve's interest rate outlook amidst evolving economic conditions.
The Bank of Japan (BoJ) raised its policy rate from 0.75% to 1% on June 16 despite the uncertainty around...
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The recent US-Iran agreement aims to stabilize oil markets, but uncertainties and regional tensions may slow progress in shipping through...
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Inflation pressures are rising due to energy costs and supply shortages. Discover how these trends may impact the economy and...
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Explore the shift to Bretton Woods 3.0, as China adapts its economic strategies amid global changes and rising geopolitical uncertainties.
European defence spending is increasing, but challenges like import reliance and capacity constraints limit its economic impact. Explore the details.
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Our Africa Unpacked sessions give our lead economists and senior political analysts the opportunity to engage with your team and...
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Manchester’s growth has outstripped all its UK peers in recent years. However, weak income growth and high housing costs pose...
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Our forecasts for world GDP growth of 2.4% in 2026 and 3.1% in 2027 are little changed from a month...
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North Africa is becoming key to Europe's energy transition, offering opportunities in renewables and green hydrogen amid the shift from...
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Looking ahead, we are expecting pump demand to expand by 2.6% in 2026 to stand at US$62.5 billion.
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We’ve raised our end-2026 10-year Japanese government bond (JGB) yield forecast to 2.8% from 2.5%. The prospect of higher inflation...
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Despite the continued uncertainty around the Middle East conflict, we now expect the Bank of Japan (BoJ) to raise its...
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The new tariff regime is shaping trade dynamics, with key countries facing varying rates. Investigations into labour practices may lead...