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Sunday, September 28, 2025
TopicWorld Economy

Topic: World Economy

World economy will shrink 4.5% this year, not 6% as feared earlier, OECD says

There were big revisions for the U.S. and the euro area, as well as China, which is now forecast to grow modestly, the only Group of 20 country with such a prospect. 

US’ decoupling from China has begun. Modi govt must work to minimise India’s losses

Modi govt does not appear to recognise that international politics is spiralling towards a ‘soft war’ where all issues are linked to security and political interests.

World economy that took elevator down faces steep stairs back up

President of European Chamber in China, Joerg Wuttke, said the recovery isn't V or W, it's looking like the top of a chainsaw — up and down and painful all the way.

New surge in coronavirus cases jolts prospects for global economic recovery

The easing of lockdown restrictions in parts of Europe & US had led some to envisage a V-shaped recovery, but recent flare-up in cases argues against any swift revival.

Green shoots emerge in world economy as virus lockdowns ease

Indicators such as electricity demand and traffic congestions point to a modest 'lift of lows', as economic recovery remains uneven in the absence of a vaccine.

How will you restart the economy? There is no perfect answer

There are likely to be unknown unknowns and, with that, a high risk of collateral damage & unintended consequences.

V, U, W, L or Nike Swoosh? Economists are trying to figure out shape of global recovery

A V-shape in which the rebound is as swift as the slump was the favoured trajectory early on, but now more are starting to worry about a U-shape.

The 5 days when world economy’s guardians fought virus and market turmoil

As the week draws to an end, an unprecedented 31 central banks have slashed interest rates and many of them have even activated the crisis playbook.

Wartime mood grips world leaders, and debt fears melt away

Capitals from Berlin to Washington are shaking off fiscal restraint and vowing to fight the virus’s economic fallout with a blitz of spending.

Coronavirus will change how we shop, travel and work for years

Traces of habits like holding fewer meetings and less travel or working from home will endure long after the virus lockdowns ease, acting as a brake on demand.

On Camera

Aamir Khan and Salman Khan are still dodging and deflecting the age question, 20 yrs later

On the first episode of Two Much With Kajol and Twinkle, Aamir Khan and Salman Khan were confronted with another hypocrisy: age gaps. And they didn't come out looking good.

Market regulator SEBI clears Adani Group of impropriety alleged by Hindenburg Research

SEBI probe concluded that purported loans and fund transfers were paid back in full and did not amount to deceptive market practices or unreported related party transactions.

With MiG-21’s exit, India’s squadron strength hits 6-decade low. What are IAF’s plans for the Tejas

While the IAF remains committed to the Tejas programme and has placed orders for 180 Tejas Mk1A, the force is eagerly waiting for the Tejas Mk 2 version.

Something’s hidden in the Oval Office photo of Trump, Munir, Sharif. India must look closely

What Munir has achieved with Trump is a return to normal, ironing out the post-Abbottabad crease. The White House picture gives us insight into how Pakistan survives, occasionally thrives and thinks.