These are the biggest global risks we face in 2024 and beyond
WEBJan 10, 2024 · Image: Unsplash/Ryoji Iwata. The World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report 2024 says the biggest short-term risk stems from misinformation and disinformation. In the longer term, climate-related threats dominate the top 10 risks global populations will face. Two-thirds of global experts anticipate a multipolar or fragmented order to take ...
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Global Gender Gap Report 2024 | World Economic Forum
WEBJun 11, 2024 · The Global Gender Gap Index 2024 benchmarks the current state and evolution of gender parity across four key dimensions (Economic Participation and Opportunity, Educational Attainment, Health and Survival, and Political Empowerment). It is the longest-standing index tracking the progress of numerous countries’ efforts towards …
New report details global trade challenges - and other …
WEBJun 21, 2024 · This monthly round-up brings you a selection of the latest news and updates on global trade. Top international trade stories: A new World Bank report highlights global trade challenges and slow recovery; Emerging economies' share of world trade has doubled over past 60 years, UNCTAD says; India sees boom in exports; and more.
Global IT outage: A cyber alarm heard around the world
WEBJul 24, 2024 · The global IT outage caused an estimated $1 billion in global costs. Last week, businesses and governments worldwide were disrupted by a major IT outage. The global outage was caused by a bugged patch pushed by one of the world's largest cyber security providers and estimated to cost $1 billion. The outage was a stark reminder of …
What will happen to the global economy in 2024? | World …
WEBJan 15, 2024 · The global economy is expected to remain uncertain throughout 2024. The World Economic Forum’s latest Chief Economists Outlook finds that just over half of chief economists anticipate the global economy to weaken this year. Seven in 10 expect the pace of geoeconomic fragmentation to accelerate in 2024. Uncertainty continues to be the …
This is the current state of global trade | World Economic Forum
WEBOct 4, 2021 · Emerging economies have seen their share of total global trade rocket in recent years. China, for instance, is now responsible for 15% of all world exports. Unfinished goods, components and services account for 70% of all trade. While trade in services accounts for two-thirds of global GDP, COVID-19 has had a devastating impact …
International trade: What you need to know this month
WEBMar 28, 2024 · This monthly roundup brings you a selection of the latest news and updates on global trade. Top international trade stories: New UN update suggests trade will rebound in 2024; India and EFTA sign new trade deal; Supply chain concerns after cargo ship hits US bridge. 1. Global trade set to rebound in 2024. The latest Global Trade Update from …
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Global supply chains face the worst disruptions in decades | World ...
WEBJul 5, 2022 · Global supply chains are facing the worst shortages in 50 years due to the pandemic and the war in Ukraine. The bounce-back in consumer demand, fuelled by federal stimulus checks, has been stronger than expected, leading to additional stresses on supply chains. The disruptions could knock 4% to 5% off industrial production in the next year or ...