Mapping the world’s building regulations: new platform for smarter reforms
Every year, the world adds floor space equivalent to a city the size of Paris roughly every five days. Most of that construction happens in
Asian investors eye firms benefiting from but resilient to AI
Asian investors struck a cautious tone on artificial intelligence as they increasingly wager on businesses that can withstand the AI-led disruption and look for firms
When France’s Légion d’honneur awards move stock prices: A market signal of political access
State honours are designed as symbols of merit and public recognition. But they may also convey information with economic value. This column explores the market
Cutting the cost of sending money home: Fast payment systems, digital access, and the future of remittances
Every month, millions of migrant workers send a portion of their earnings home to support their families — often providing the most reliable source of
Investing in the future: ensuring women-led small businesses can thrive
When we picture engines of economic growth and job creation, we tend to think of large multinational companies and global brands. Yet, in emerging and
Why some digital payment systems replace cash and others don’t
Digital payment systems promise to extend financial services to people underserved by banks, and overcoming barriers to the adoption of such systems is thus central
How to secure the benefits of an EU-wide incorporation regime
An EU Inc. plan for a common company regime should become more targeted and be underpinned by better system infrastructure. On 18 March, the European
Oil shocks, remittances, and growth: the data behind South Asia’s energy vulnerability
Consider a family whose income has suddenly fallen short of covering basic needs. Fuel costs have risen, reducing what the household budget can afford, and
The devil is in the tail: How firms’ beliefs about rare macroeconomic disasters shape investment
Little is known about how firms think about rare macroeconomic disasters and how these beliefs shape their decisions. This column uses survey evidence from a
How UK firms are responding to the war in Iran: Early evidence from the Decision Maker Panel
The conflict in the Middle East has pushed energy prices sharply higher, but the implications for UK inflation will depend on the scale and duration
