November 2024 - Doğan Erbek

Inflation and commodity scarcity: The long-term effects on global food prices

As the world grapples with economic uncertainties, the intertwined issues of inflation and commodity scarcity have profound implications for global food prices. These phenomena not only affect the cost of living but also have far-reaching consequences for food security, economic stability, and social cohesion. Here I take a brief look at some of the implications …

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The future of lithium: Global demand pushes for new standards of sustainable extraction

Commodities & Shipping, Markets / By Doğan Erbek

As the world transitions towards greener energy solutions, lithium has emerged as a critical component in the production of rechargeable batteries which power everything from smartphones to electric vehicles. The surging demand for lithium is driven by the rapid growth of the electric vehicle market and the increasing need for energy storage solutions. However, this …

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Europe’s challenge: How to sustain economic growth without sacrificing social equity

Markets, World Economy / By Doğan Erbek

Europe consistently ranks amongst the most developed regions in the world and countries in the region record constantly high development ratings, based on the Human Development Index. Yet, the question of achieving economic growth is one that continues to trouble the region, particularly given the relative “lack of productivity” and “business dynamism” in Europe. As …

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Month: November 2024