Natural resources, including alluvial minerals such as diamonds, have been at the centre of brutal wars in Africa. This column
A recent paper which has gathered significant attention estimates a 45% tariff equivalent of intra-EU border costs. This column argues
The digitisation of payment, trading, and settlement systems is reshaping the financial architecture. This column, the first in a two-part
When cities invest in tourism, they invest in jobs, entrepreneurship, and growth. Marrakech is a compelling example. In 2024, the
Violence against women intensified under COVID-19 lockdowns. The most rigorous literature evaluating the impact of stay-at-home measures, job loss, and
Understanding how data is used in research is key to strengthening the evidence base that informs policy and investment decisions.
Generative AI is being adopted more rapidly than previous digital technologies and has the potential to deliver meaningful productivity gains
When central banks raise or lower policy rates, banks typically pass these changes through only incompletely to the interest rates
The 2024 reform of the European Union’s fiscal framework promises long-term sustainability through greater national ownership and country-specific medium-term expenditure
Precious metal prices are projected to reach new all-time highs in 2026, following an estimated 41 percent increase this year.
Global climate and biodiversity outcomes will largely be determined in emerging and developing economies (EMDEs). We propose a four-pillar strategy
The European Union Nature Restoration Law (NRL) entered into force in 2024. The NRL sets quantitative restoration targets aimed at
Carbon pricing has become a central tool in Europe’s strategy to mitigate climate change. This column presents new evidence on
Faced with major security challenges, Europe is preparing to boost its defence capacity. To defend itself against Russia without the
Corn fell on forecasts of a record large U.S. harvest, wheat firmed ahead of a U.S. interest
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