Chart of the WeekGlobal Financial Safety Net—A Lifeline for an Uncertain World
When crises hit, such as a global health pandemic, countries have a number of financial resources—both internal and external—to draw on.
How Domestic Violence is a Threat to Economic Development
Stopping violence against women is not only a moral imperative, new evidence shows that it can help the economy.
Chart of the WeekIn the Race to Vaccinate Sub-Saharan Africa Continues to Fall Behind
Sub-Saharan Africa is losing the race to vaccinate its population against COVID-19. As of November 15, only about 4 percent of the population in sub-Saharan Africa has been fully vaccinated, up from merely 1 percent three months ago.
Sharing the Gains of Automation: The Role of Fiscal Policy
Careful calibration of spending and tax policies can reduce inequality caused by automation.
Chart of the WeekLatin America’s Inflation Challenge
Inflation has surged in the largest economies of Latin America, prompting large central banks in the region to raise interest rates before economic activity has fully recovered.
Soaring Metal Prices May Delay Energy Transition
Clean energy needs may cause years of high prices for copper, nickel, cobalt, and lithium under a net-zero emissions scenario.
Chart of the WeekBrave New World: Tracking Trade from Space
By Serkan Arslanalp, Robin Koepke, and Jasper Verschuur
When the onset of the pandemic drastically changed economic conditions across the globe, policymakers with access to real-time economic data were much better placed to make quick, informed policy decisions. […]
Not Yet on Track: Climate Threat Demands More Ambitious Global Action
New IMF analysis shows gaps in ambition and policy needed to achieve emissions curbs that contain global warming.
Joint Action Needed to Secure the Recovery
G20 should lead in sharing vaccine doses, helping developing countries financially, and committing to reaching net-zero carbon emissions by mid-century.
Chart of the WeekLonger Delivery Times Reflect Supply Chain Disruptions
By Parisa Kamali and Alex (Shiyao) Wang
Supply chain disruptions have become a major challenge for the global economy since the start of the pandemic. […]