What is the Consumer Price Index and why is it important?
May 17, 2022 · The Consumer Price Index (CPI) records the price of a range of goods and services to keep track of inflation. CPIs continue to rise in many countries.
Chief Economists Outlook: May 2025 | World Economic Forum
May 28, 2025 · The May 2025 Chief Economists Outlook explores key trends in the global economy, including the latest outlook for growth, inflation, monetary and fiscal policy. It underlines the …
US jobless claims fall, easing market fears and other economics stories ...
Aug 9, 2024 · This weekly round-up brings you the latest news from the world of economics and finance. Top economy stories: US recession fears abate as jobless claims fall; China's unexpected CPI rise; …
Where is China’s economy headed? | World Economic Forum
Jun 27, 2024 · The future of economic growth in China was a major topic of discussion at the Annual Meeting of the New Champions. Here's what the experts had to say.
What is a recession and how to tell if one is happening
Feb 19, 2024 · As two advanced economies slip into recession, economists warn of uncertain times ahead. But what is a recession and how can we tell if one is happening?
Past and present inflation are more similar than you think
Jun 28, 2022 · With inflation currently high in the US and globally, economists are examining other periods in the history of its use for comparisons and learnings.
Chinese consumer prices fall and other economics stories to read this …
Feb 9, 2024 · This weekly round-up brings you the latest stories from the world of economics and finance. Top economy stories: Chinese consumer prices fall; US trade deficit narrows; German …
Inflation: Why is it rising across the world and will it stay that way ...
May 12, 2022 · Inflation is rising and the prospect of a cost of living crisis looms for many people across the world. April saw a CPI (consumer price index) increase of 8.3%, while US inflation has stayed at …
What is inflation and how does it affect consumers?
Nov 2, 2022 · Inflation pressures are more persistent than previously anticipated, but what is the inflation rate, how is it calculated and how can we rein it in?
The Future of Jobs Report 2025 - The World Economic Forum
Jan 7, 2025 · The year 2025 unfolds amid ongoing transformations in global labour markets. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, rising cost of living, geopolitical conflicts, the climate emergency and economic …