MSN: Unemployment in South Africa a political crisis, not an economic one
SOUTH Africa’s high unemployment is not merely a problem of economics, which means economic solutions produced in isolation are ill-suited to address it. The issue lies in the fact that unemployment ...
MSN: Why unemployment – and bad jobs – carry hidden social and political costs
The outlook for job seekers in the UK appears to be taking a turn for the worse. Weak economic growth and continued uncertainty for employers have led to forecasts that unemployment will hit 5.3% this ...
Why unemployment – and bad jobs – carry hidden social and political costs
CBS News: Most Americans don't earn enough to afford basic costs of living, analysis finds
Most Americans don't earn enough to afford basic costs of living, analysis finds
The gap between what Americans earn and how much they need to bring in to achieve a basic standard of living is growing, according to a new report. The analysis, from the Ludwig Institute for Shared ...
In charts: 7 global shifts defining 2025 so far | World Economic Forum
The key economic takeaways from Davos 2026 show resilience in the global economy after a turbulent year, even as experts warn that underlying pressures are starting to emerge.
Catch up on the key stories and developments shaping the financial world. Top stories: IMF flags weaker global growth as geopolitical risks intensify; Earnings season lifts big US banks’ profits; Korea markets rebound on foreign inflows. For more on the World Economic Forum's work in finance, visit the Centre for Financial and Monetary Systems.