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US tops list of most competitive economies
The United States has come out on top of the World Economic Forum's Global Competitiveness Index, knocking Switzerland into fourth place. Have Donald Trump's policies helped its…
IMF cuts global outlook amid US, China trade war
An upswing in economic risks due to rising trade tensions and debt levels has prompted the International Monetary Fund to cut its forecast for world growth for this year and next.
French minister urges US to 'see sense' over trade tariffs
French Finance Minister Bruno Le Maire said on Saturday the European Union could not consider negotiating a free trade agreement with the United States without Washington first…
People & Profit
Prepare for a slowdown: World Bank says tide is turning for global growth
Is the global growth spurt over? The World Bank says growth will begin to slow down from next year. In its latest economic report, the institution warned that the escalation of…
People & Profit
Davos 2018: The pros & cons of globalisation
This week, we're looking back at the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos. Stephen Carroll discusses corruption and the impact of globalisation on developing…
The Interview
IMF chief: 'Global growth forecasts are fairly good'
Christine Lagarde, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), gave an interview to FRANCE 24 in the Moroccan city of Marrakech. She discussed the IMF's recent…
Trump in Davos: 'America first doesn't mean America alone'
Declaring that America is open for business under his leadership, President Donald Trump told a gathering of political and business elites on Friday that the economic growth…
Business Daily
Davos 2018: Trump's speech marks grand finale
As the 48th World Economic Forum comes to an end, we speak to Davos veteran Margery Kraus, founder and executive chairman of APCO, about Donald Trump, gender equality, and…
The Debate
Macron in Davos: French president pleads for more ambitious Europe
"France is back". Emmanuel Macron drew applause in Davos with that line. The French president was definitely playing to a friendly audience as he pitched his country and his…
Business Daily
Davos 2018: Macron to present vision for Europe
Emmanuel Macron will be taking centre stage on Day Two of the World Economic Forum, describing his vision for Europe and broader global development. We talk to Gary Reader,…
Business Daily
Davos 2018: Global risks threaten optimistic outlook
The world economy is on a steady upwards trend, with governments and businesses around the world upbeat about their prospects for growth. We spoke to Nariman Behravesh, Chief…
Business Daily
Davos 2018: Business leaders report record-breaking optimism
The 48th World Economic Forum has opened with record levels of snow - and record levels of optimism among business leaders. Bob Moritz, Global Chairman of PwC, tells us what CEOs…