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 …
These are the biggest global risks we face in 2024 and beyond
Jan 10, 2024 · The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024 says the biggest short-term risk stems from misinformation and disinformation. In the longer term, climate-related threats dominate …
Tracking tariffs: Key moments in the US-China trade dispute
Jun 25, 2025 · In recent months, the US and China engaged in a tit-for-tat trade dispute. Yet after negotiations, both sides agreed to lower recent tariffs and continue talks.
An economist explains the pros and cons of globalization
Apr 11, 2019 · Global trade has lifted people out of poverty and made everything from your car to your washing machine cheaper - but there are winners and losers.
The Future of Jobs Report 2025 | World Economic Forum
Jan 7, 2025 · Technological change, geoeconomic fragmentation, economic uncertainty, demographic shifts and the green transition – individually and in combination are among the major drivers …
EVs to reach 25% of global car sales this year and other climate news
May 22, 2025 · Other top nature and climate news to know: Wildfire pollution reaches homes of one billion every year; Europe unblocked over 500 dams in 2024.
‘Uncertainty’ is the watchword among chief economists
May 28, 2025 · Uncertainty is the defining theme of the global economic environment, according to the World Economic Forum’s latest Chief Economists Outlook.
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Global Gender Gap Report 2025 - World Economic Forum
Jun 11, 2025 · The Global Gender Gap Index annually benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions (subindexes): Economic Participation and Opportunity, …
ASEAN will drive global growth. Here's how to unleash it
6 days ago · By 2030, ASEAN's digital economy is expected to more than double to $560 billion. But obstacles in the region remain, such as funding for small businesses.