Tariffs to raise costs, delay oil and gas projects in 2026, report says
The energy industry relies heavily on global supply chains and internationally sourced materials such as drilling rigs, valves, compressors and specialized steel are central to
Dollar strengthens as traders process trade talks and Fed
The euro dipped 0.2% to $1.1628, set to snap a five-day streak of gains, and the dollar also rose 0.4% against the Swiss franc to
Gold climbs 2% on Fed rate cut as investors weigh US-China trade talks
Spot gold climbed 1.3% to $3,980.00 per ounce as of 1109 GMT. U.S. gold futures for December delivery slipped 0.2% to $3,991.50 per ounce. Gold
Gender wealth inequality in the European Union: a distributional perspective
Analysis of single women and men in Europe reveals persistent gender wealth gaps and differing patterns across countries. This paper investigates gender-related disparities in wealth
Cities that work: How urban tourism drives jobs
When cities invest in tourism, they invest in jobs, entrepreneurship, and growth. Marrakech is a compelling example. In 2024, the city welcomed nearly 4 million tourists, each
Insuring labour income shocks: The role of the dynasty
Beyond government and market-based insurance, the family remains a key institution for coping with economic risk. This column uses detailed Norwegian data to study how
Africa’s domestic debt boom: New evidence from the African Debt Database
Africa’s total public debt has risen more than fourfold since the early 2000s, but just as important as the increase in debt volumes is the
Political polarisation drives talent away: Evidence from Spain’s health sector
Given the growing prevalence of political and social polarisation, understanding its effects on society is of paramount importance. This column discusses the effects of an
Tariffs to raise costs, delay oil and gas projects in 2026, report says
The energy industry relies heavily on global supply chains and internationally sourced materials such as drilling rigs, valves, compressors and specialized steel are central to
A Global Force for Good: Gulf Cooperation Council’s leadership in development finance
The global community stands at a crossroads. Facing climate change, conflict, and economic instability, the world needs effective development cooperation more than ever. In this
