Open (your wallet) wide: Australians pay more for dental care than most OECD countriesAustralia spends significantly on dental care, but the high out-of-pocket costs and low public funding are concerning.
Does US exit spell the end for global tax reform deal? DW 01/23/2025Trump's executive order undermines the international corporate minimum tax agreement led by the OECD, jeopardizing global tax reforms.
With the knives out on development spending, have we reached peak aid'? | Nilima Gulrajani and Jessica PudusseryForeign aid spending reached a record high in 2023, yet many wealthy nations plan significant cuts to their assistance budgets.
OECD warns Central Bank to ensure consumer protection remains top priority as unit disbandedCentral Bank's consumer protection unit closure may risk consumer advocacy effectiveness, warns OECD.
Biden is making a last ditch effort to cut off funding for oil and gas projects abroadExport credit agencies are critical yet obscure sources of funding for fossil fuel projects that may face new regulations.
Economic outlook: Global growth to remain resilient in 2025 and 2026 despite significant risks - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe global economy is projected to remain resilient with stable growth and declining inflation despite ongoing challenges.
UK leapfrogs Japan, Italy and Germany in OECD growth forecast for 2024The UK economy is experiencing notable growth but faces the highest inflation rate among G7 countries.
UK growth forecast upgraded after Reeves's 70bn spending boostThe OECD upgraded the UK's growth forecast, primarily due to Rachel Reeves's public spending package, while warning of rising debt and inflation risks.
OECD: Global economy is turning the corner as inflation declines and trade growth strengthens - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comGlobal economy shows resilience with projected growth of 3.2% for 2024 and 2025, and declining inflation across G20 economies.
Britain to suffer highest inflation in the G7 in 2024 and 2025, OECDThe OECD predicts that Britain will have the highest inflation among G7 countries in 2024 and 2025.The UK economy is expected to be the third-worst performer this year, with only France and Germany growing at a slower rate.
OECD headline inflation broadly stable at 5.8% in March 2024 despite rising energy inflationIn March 2024, year-on-year inflation in the OECD remained stable at 5.8%, with variations across countries in headline, energy, food, and core inflation.
Economic outlook: Global growth to remain resilient in 2025 and 2026 despite significant risks - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe global economy is projected to remain resilient with stable growth and declining inflation despite ongoing challenges.
UK leapfrogs Japan, Italy and Germany in OECD growth forecast for 2024The UK economy is experiencing notable growth but faces the highest inflation rate among G7 countries.
UK growth forecast upgraded after Reeves's 70bn spending boostThe OECD upgraded the UK's growth forecast, primarily due to Rachel Reeves's public spending package, while warning of rising debt and inflation risks.
OECD: Global economy is turning the corner as inflation declines and trade growth strengthens - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comGlobal economy shows resilience with projected growth of 3.2% for 2024 and 2025, and declining inflation across G20 economies.
Britain to suffer highest inflation in the G7 in 2024 and 2025, OECDThe OECD predicts that Britain will have the highest inflation among G7 countries in 2024 and 2025.The UK economy is expected to be the third-worst performer this year, with only France and Germany growing at a slower rate.
OECD headline inflation broadly stable at 5.8% in March 2024 despite rising energy inflationIn March 2024, year-on-year inflation in the OECD remained stable at 5.8%, with variations across countries in headline, energy, food, and core inflation.
OECD lifts global growth outlook as US, China outperform expectationsOECD predicts global economy to grow by 3.1% this year and 3.2% in 2025, with disparities among different regions.
OECD slashes growth forecasts for Germany, France DW 12/04/2024Political crises and weak demand are hindering growth in Germany and France, according to OECD forecasts.
'Significant action' needed to stabilise UK finances, warns OECDOECD urges immediate reforms in the UK's fiscal policy to stabilize public finances.
OECD lifts global growth outlook as US, China outperform expectationsOECD predicts global economy to grow by 3.1% this year and 3.2% in 2025, with disparities among different regions.
OECD slashes growth forecasts for Germany, France DW 12/04/2024Political crises and weak demand are hindering growth in Germany and France, according to OECD forecasts.
'Significant action' needed to stabilise UK finances, warns OECDOECD urges immediate reforms in the UK's fiscal policy to stabilize public finances.
Britain sees biggest migration spike of any advanced economy despite BrexitThe UK experienced a record increase in net migration in 2023, contradicting Brexit promises to reduce immigration.
UK interest rates to fall more slowly than expected after budget, claims reportUK interest rates will fall slower than expected due to higher inflation and increased spending plans outlined in the recent budget.
Revised 2023 UK economic growth figures show significant improvement, but challenges remainThe UK economy expanded by 0.3% in 2023, tripling previous growth estimates, indicating a quicker recovery than anticipated.
Britain sees biggest migration spike of any advanced economy despite BrexitThe UK experienced a record increase in net migration in 2023, contradicting Brexit promises to reduce immigration.
UK interest rates to fall more slowly than expected after budget, claims reportUK interest rates will fall slower than expected due to higher inflation and increased spending plans outlined in the recent budget.
Revised 2023 UK economic growth figures show significant improvement, but challenges remainThe UK economy expanded by 0.3% in 2023, tripling previous growth estimates, indicating a quicker recovery than anticipated.
GenAI comes for jobs once considered 'safe' from automationGenerative AI will significantly affect jobs in regions previously considered low risk, impacting high-skilled roles and women more than past automation technologies.
The paradox of non-transparent drug prices: Why governments do the opposite of what they sayOECD countries advocate for transparency in medicine pricing but often compromise it for cheaper deals with pharmaceutical companies.
OECD calls off antibribery mission to Hungary in unprecedented moveOECD cancels Hungary mission due to non-compliance with longstanding antibribery recommendations.
Canada is getting poorer when compared to its wealthy peers, data shows | CBC NewsCanada's wealth is declining relative to peers like Australia and the UK, prompting urgent economic reform measures.
New Zealand to Put OECD Crypto Tax Framework in Place by April 2026New Zealand's implementation of OECD's crypto reporting framework aims to curb tax evasion by enhancing tax compliance in crypto transactions.
India scraps its 'Google Tax' following OECD settlementIndia scraps 'Google Tax' imposed on foreign digital service providers, aligning with OECD international tax agreement.
These are the best US big tech companies excelling at work-life balanceU.S. ranks 28th in work-life balance globally, with many workers willing to trade pay for better quality of life.
India scraps its 'Google Tax' following OECD settlementIndia scraps 'Google Tax' imposed on foreign digital service providers, aligning with OECD international tax agreement.
These are the best US big tech companies excelling at work-life balanceU.S. ranks 28th in work-life balance globally, with many workers willing to trade pay for better quality of life.
EU AI Act explained: What AI developers need to know | Computer WeeklyThe European Parliament approved the EU AI Act to regulate AI systems focusing on safety, privacy, and preventing marginalization, with critics highlighting loopholes, particularly around national security.
OECD privacy, AI leaders come together to bridge gapsThe OECD expert group aims to unite AI and privacy communities for cooperative solutions.The working group will have diverse members focusing on data protection and AI governance.
How the US is stalling hard-fought global tax reform DW 07/02/2024Implementing a global minimum tax rate for multinational corporations to prevent tax avoidance.
OECD unemployment rate stable at 4.9% in April 2024 - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.comThe OECD unemployment rate was stable at 4.9% in April 2024, with variations in different countries.