Month: May 2023

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IMF: the climate challenge is playing out in emerging countries

World Economy / By

Climate change is a pressing issue that affects every corner of the world, and in my opinion, emerging countries are particularly vulnerable. As temperatures rise, natural disasters become more frequent and intense, and sea levels continue to rise, these countries face a range of threats that could have devastating consequences. The threat of extreme weather …

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European economies see the first effects of rising interest rates

Trade & Finance, World Economy / By

In late 2021, central banks around the world began unwinding liberal monetary policy stances and taking the first steps towards quantitative tightening in a bid to fight record inflation. The European Central Bank started raising interest rates in July 2022 at an almost unheard of speed and scale, culminating in a rise of about 300 …

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Why greenwashing worries institutions

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Greenwashing is a growing concern among consumers, investors and public institutions alike. In my opinion, it is a misleading and dangerous trend that undermines the progress towards a more sustainable economy. Greenwashing refers to the practice of making misleading claims about the environmental benefits of products, services or investments, often in order to boost sales …

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