October 2025 - Doğan Erbek

Green promises, harsh reality: only 16% of European companies deliver

Trade & Finance, World Economy / By Doğan Erbek

In recent years, European companies have made ambitious climate pledges, aligning with the EU’s Green Deal and global net-zero targets. Yet, behind the polished sustainability reports and public commitments lies a sobering truth: only 16% of the continent’s largest firms are currently on track to meet their net-zero goals by 2050. This stark figure reveals …

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The evolution of supply chains showing trends in corporate adaptation

Markets, Trade & Finance / By Doğan Erbek

Supply chains have undergone a dramatic transformation over the past few decades. Once characterized by linear, cost-driven models focused on efficiency and scale, today’s supply chains are increasingly dynamic, digital, and resilient. This evolution has been driven by globalization, technological innovation, shifting consumer expectations, and disruptions such as pandemics, geopolitical tensions, and climate-related events. In …

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How trade policy volatility threatens financial stability and economic growth

Trade & Finance, World Economy / By Doğan Erbek

In an increasingly interconnected global economy, trade policies serve as critical levers for shaping economic outcomes. However, when these policies become unpredictable or subject to frequent change – what economists refer to as trade policy volatility – they can pose significant risks to both financial stability and long-term economic growth. This volatility undermines investor confidence, …

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Month: October 2025