Working hours around the world
Working hours are a fundamental determinant of economic growth and wellbeing, but we still lack a comprehensive picture of how they vary globally and historically.
Data in action: a decade of remote, rapid damage assessments
As disasters grow more frequent and severe, the need for fast, reliable information in the immediate aftermath has never been greater. Governments, development partners and
Migration flows from the Western Balkans to Germany: implications and recommendations
Migration to Germany is shaping the Western Balkans for better and worse, highlighting the need for reforms to harness benefits and mitigate drawbacks. Migration has
The long life spans of royals reveal the secret of ‘healthy stress’
Social status can have a long-lasting influence on people’s health and longevity. This column explores the lifespan of royals – whose status is determined by
TotalEnergies launches final phase of $27bln Iraq energy project
The project aims to boost Iraq’s oil, gas and power production, reduce imports from neighbouring Iran and lure back foreign investors. French oil major TotalEnergies
Economic development, carbon emissions and climate policies
If economic activity is considered the primary driver of climate change through emissions of carbon dioxide, then supporting economic growth and fighting emissions would appear
Reimagining development in fragile and conflict-affected settings
Fragility is no longer the exception. It is the new development realityFragility, conflict, and violence (FCV) are not abstract to us. They are lived realities.
Unlocking SME growth: Key lessons from Ecuador’s loan program
Governments and development institutions spend billions to help small businesses access financing, hoping this will create jobs and support inclusive economic growth. But we don’t
Attrition in surveys in developed country field experiments
One of the remarkable things about many field experiments done by development economists is the low attrition rates that have been achieved in many surveys.
Detecting potentially harmful workplace practice
Businesses use checklists to exercise managerial control and ensure quality, but excessive bureaucracy can frustrate skilled workers and reduce morale. This column presents a randomised
