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The World Bank’s metals and minerals price index edged up by 3 percent in May, partially recovering from an 8…
We often assume that public childcare services boost women's employment by freeing up their time. But what if the situation…
Despite a succession of shocks since 2020, the global economy has held up remarkably well—so far. But the margin for…
By most measures of human progress, the world is in better shape today than it has ever been—in life expectancy, in per…
According to the World Bank, micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) power the global economy, making up 90% of businesses, providing…
People in South Asia are familiar with the intense heat and sudden downpours of monsoon season. The monsoon rains bring…
Public employment services are rapidly turning to artificial intelligence (AI) to develop a range of sophisticated digital tools. According to…
As global debt continues to climb, evaluating debt risks is critical. This column introduces a novel ‘debt-at-risk’ framework that uses…
The growing footprint of nonbank financial institutions in corporate credit markets raises important – but often overlooked – questions about…