We monitor global macroeconomic trends and emerging policy challenges, and produce economic forecasts for a large number of economies worldwide. We lead the production and dissemination of the (WESP) – the United Nations flagship publication on the state of the world economy. We also produce monthly briefings and regular policy papers that analyse relevant and contemporary macroeconomic policy issues and challenges worldwide.
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World Economic Situation and Prospects: February 2025 Briefing, No. 187
The world economy has shown resilience despite multiple shocks, but the outlook remains uncertain due to ongoing conflicts, geopolitical and trade tensions, climate risks, and mounting fiscal pressures.
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