Economics & Finance
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Trump and the Risk of a US Debt Default
Trump and the Risk of a US Debt Default
William L. Silber thinks the former president would be even more reckless if awarded another term this year. -
How Risky Is Japan’s Monetary-Policy Normalization?
How Risky Is Japan’s Monetary-Policy Normalization?
Takatoshi Ito considers the implications of the central bank’s exit from negative interest rates and quantitative easing. -
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As Families Change, So Must the Safety Net
As Families Change, So Must the Safety Net
Neha Bansal urges governments to implement policies that promote intergenerational integration and solidarity. -
The West’s New Infrastructure Imperative
The West’s New Infrastructure Imperative
Diane Coyle explains why a broader conception of the term could reflect a renewed interest in investing in the future. -
The Urgency of Sovereign-Debt Restructuring
The Urgency of Sovereign-Debt Restructuring
José Antonio Ocampo highlights the need for a comprehensive mechanism to deliver relief to low- and middle-income countries. -
Gender-Neutral Fintech Isn’t Working for Women
Gender-Neutral Fintech Isn’t Working for Women
Emmanuel Nyirinkindi & Jessica Schnabel show that the industry is not fully delivering on its promise to accelerate financial inclusion. -
Is India’s Economy Overhyped?
Is India’s Economy Overhyped?
Shang-Jin Wei argues that the country’s rapid development, while undeniable, conceals deeper structural problems. -
Negotiating a Bigger, Better World Bank
Negotiating a Bigger, Better World Bank
Michael Krake & Wempi Saputra explain how a new framework will nudge countries to invest in projects that deliver global public goods.