In charts: 7 global shifts defining 2025 so far | World Economic Forum
Aug 5, 2025 · So far, this year has been marked by significant global shifts, including increased geopolitical instability, the accelerating impact of AI and a changing labour market. Economic factors …
What is inflation and how does it affect consumers?
Nov 2, 2022 · Inflation pressures are more persistent than previously anticipated, but what is the inflation rate, how is it calculated and how can we rein it in?
Inflation: Past, Present and Future - The World Economic Forum
Jan 23, 2025 · Inflation has rocked post-pandemic economies throughout the world, resulting in central banks raising interest rates to levels rarely seen in decades. In a geoeconomic environment …
What to know about the global economy in 2024 | World Economic …
Dec 11, 2024 · The global economy was front and centre in 2024, as leaders grappled with challenges like inflation, multiple elections and the Intelligent Age.
As people live longer, interest rates may be less effective
Dec 3, 2025 · How an ageing population could affect interest rates – a monetary policy tool used by central banks to battle inflation and encourage economic activity.
Inflation: Why is it rising across the world and will it stay that way ...
May 12, 2022 · Inflation is on the increase around the world, with food and energy prices hitting record highs. The rise has been driven in large part by pent-up consumer demand after the pandemic and …
Visualization: the categories hit most by U.S. inflation | World ...
Dec 8, 2021 · The inflation rate in the US has seen its fastest annual increase in over 30 years, with fuel, transportation, and meat products seeing some of the steepest increases.
Chief Economists' Outlook: September 2025 | World Economic Forum
The September 2025 Chief Economists' Outlook explores the latest dynamics shaping the global economy, including growth, inflation, policy shifts and technology’s disruptive impact. It highlights the …
Chief Economists Outlook: May 2025 | World Economic Forum
May 28, 2025 · The May 2025 Chief Economists Outlook explores key trends in the global economy, including the latest outlook for growth, inflation, monetary and fiscal policy. It underlines the …
Chief Economists Outlook: January 2025 | World Economic Forum
The January 2025 edition of the Chief Economists Outlook reveals a global economy under considerable strain. While inflation is easing in most regions, uncertainty remains elevated and regional growth …