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External debt of low- and middle-income countries (LMICs) touched a record US$8.8 trillion in 2023, while debt servicing costs for LMICs also reached an all-time
December 10, 2024
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Author: GECMagz
Accelerating the transition to a green economy is a necessity. This column argues that the green transition will create trade-offs for central banks. Phasing out
December 10, 2024
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Energy
The shift from fossil fuels to renewable technologies may render the global economy less oil-intensive and more metals-intensive. This column examines how metals supply shocks
December 9, 2024
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Banking
Incumbent banks often maintain an informational monopoly over their borrowers, making it difficult to switch to competing lenders or negotiate better terms. This column argues
December 9, 2024
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Tourism, health, and climate change are intertwined in Asia and the Pacific, where rising temperatures and extreme weather threaten livelihoods and economic stability. Climate-resilient policies,
December 9, 2024
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Asia and the Pacific is central to global climate change efforts, but robust capital markets are needed to mobilize private climate finance. Sustainable finance frameworks,
December 9, 2024
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Transport means much more than simply getting from point A to B. When planned and operated properly, transport systems can be an essential driver of
December 9, 2024
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New data on the subnational business climate in six EU member states reveal that each of the 40 measured cities has room for improvement, particularly
December 9, 2024
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Each January, Ahmedabad’s skyline transforms into a sea of vibrant kites flown joyfully from rooftops — many crafted by skilled artisans like Fatima. Fatima lives in
December 9, 2024
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Despite its immense potential, text analysis at scale presents significant challenges. This column benchmarks several state-of-the-art large language models against incentivised human coders in performing
December 4, 2024
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