The cause of economic stagnation
Economic growth depends on free market policies. Patrick Minford argues that the UK’s economic stagnation is not caused by Brexit but by damaging government policies
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Better regulation in the EU needs a fresh start
A solid EU better regulation framework is undermined by gaps in coverage and quality, making consistent application and stronger oversight essential. Anne Bucher and Elizabeth Golberg discuss steps that could be taken to overcome these weaknesses
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What will AI mean for the labour market?
AI looks increasing likely to become what technologists call a general-purpose technology. Michael Barr discusses the rapid evolution of AI and the potential impact of generative AI on the labour market and the economy
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Building a new Western century
For the last year there has been turbulence in the US-EU partnership. Marco Rubio argues that the new alliance should focus on advancing mutual interests and new frontiers, unshackling ingenuity, creativity, and the dynamic spirit to build a new Western century
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Europe and monetary sovereignty
Europe must not take its monetary sovereignty for granted in a world undergoing geopolitical and technological changes, says Piero Cipollone. Reducing excessive dependencies in payments and finance is key for resilience, competitiveness and economic security
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Measure, model, tackle, tailor
Climate and transition shocks increasingly shape the macroeconomic outlook and financial risks. James Talbot sets out the Bank of England’s approach to assessing and managing climate impacts across its core objectives
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The world today
The global economy has shown resilience despite heightened uncertainty, supply side shocks, and geopolitical risks, but downside risks remain significant. Andrew Bailey says that sustaining growth and financial stability will require innovation, openness, international cooperation, and strong global institutions
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Defining the new strategic direction
The EU needs a new trade policy strategy. Ignacio García Bercero writes that a turbulent January exposed EU trade strengths and fissures, demanding rapid anti-coercion action and smarter leverage of trade deals
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The sane insanity of digital sovereignty
Every major economy is now hedging against digital dependence. Matthew Kilcoyne examines digital sovereignty and the economic risks of uncoordinated fragmentation across global technology markets
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Talking ’bout next generation
The international and technological frontier for retail payments is advancing. Sarah Breeden sets out how the Bank of England is leading the design of the UK’s next generation retail payments infrastructure, while also supporting private sector innovation in the interim
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