US Fed cuts interest rates and other economics news to read
Top economy news: US Fed cut interest rates; Bank of England holds rates steady; Wholesale inflation in India falls.
Joe Myers
September 20, 2024
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How can quantum technologies advance the sustainability agenda?
As the 2030 deadline for the UN's sustainable development goals approaches, quantum technologies could offer a unique opportunity to advance the 17 goals.
Laura Converso and Arunima Sarkar
September 20, 2024
Global growth is going steady despite economic uncertainties
Global growth is holding steady despite economic uncertainties, showing just how resilient and adaptable our economies can be in today’s changing world.
Pierre-Olivier Gourinchas
September 20, 2024
'This Is Not Financial Advice': The movie charting the highs and lows of online investing
This documentary, available for teachers of financial literacy, explores the lure of 'get rich quick' investments, and how people navigate online investing.
Robin Pomeroy
September 20, 2024
Circularity in energy-efficiency retrofits: Why it’s time to act
There are four circular ecosystem actions that materials and parts manufacturers can take to capture value in the energy-efficiency retrofit industry.
Sebastian Reiter and Anis Nassar
September 20, 2024
How India is carving out its role in the Intelligent Age
India is on the cusp of a technological transition — fuelled by AI, Internet-of-Things, 5G and big data — that could reshape the country's trajectory.
Klaus Schwab
September 20, 2024
Unearthing opportunity: Why the time is now to invest in mining technologies for sustainable growth
The mining industry is key to the energy transition — it unearths the minerals that underpin green tech. The time is now to invest in mining technologies.
Vivek Salgaocar
September 19, 2024
How power-positive data centres can unlock AI’s potential while transforming communities
Energy-efficient solutions, innovation and a “power-positive” approach to data centres will unlock AI's potential and strengthen infrastructure and communities.
Katie McGinty
September 19, 2024
What is the International Day of Peace and why is it important?
On 21 September, the UN marks the International Day of Peace. With heightened geopolitical tensions, it focuses on “Cultivating a Culture of Peace”.
Andrea Willige
September 19, 2024
What’s causing the delay in moving away from fossil raw materials?
Explore why the shift from fossil raw materials is slower than expected, uncovering the key challenges and obstacles to faster transition to sustainable resources.
Mike Scott
September 19, 2024
Deconstruction is an eco-friendly alternative to building demolition
Deconstruction offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional building demolition by salvaging materials and reducing waste. Learn more about this green option
Ana Rute Costa and Rabia Charef
September 19, 2024
6 nature-positive circular economy strategies to transform Europe’s built environment
The circular economy can simultaneously benefit business and nature – as demonstrated by case studies in Europe's built environment
Jocelyn Blériot and Martin Pauli
September 19, 2024
What's the 'economic optimism gap' and how can closing it lead to a better workplace?
Closing the 'economic optimism gap' can lead to a more motivated and productive workforce - new data reveals.
Cydney Roach
September 19, 2024
How investing more in nature can help human, community and planetary health to thrive
Pharmaceutical companies already participate in a range of nature-based solutions to climate change. But such projects need more private sector funding.
Pam Cheng
September 19, 2024