Export strength does not equal tech strength: Rethinking EU comparative advantage
Amid geopolitical shocks, the EU is revisiting its industrial strategy. However, traditional metrics often paint a misleading picture of Europe’s underlying strength. This column uses
Micro and macro cost-price dynamics in normal times and during inflation surges
Recent evolutions in US attitudes and policies have raised questions about the future of the dollar’s role in the global economy. This column explores a
What the financial sector needs to know about climate-related risks in the next five years: Navigating the new NGFS short-term scenarios for Europe
The immediate effects of climate-related risks are particularly relevant for the financial sector. Climate stress tests, which are often carried out over three to five-year
How an oil price crash sparked clean innovation: Insights from Norway
The transition to clean energy will require a significant reallocation of technological investments away from fossil energy sources towards cleaner alternatives. This column investigates whether
Tracking pay: Lessons from the ‘video’ revolution
In many of the world’s most advanced economies, hyper-globalisation and technological shocks such as AI have made many people’s lives seem less secure. But the
