The World Bank's Prospects Group conducts in-depth analysis of key global macroeconomic developments and their impact on World Bank member countries.

News and top stories on the state of the global economy. The latest economic data, reports and updates from countries around the world, on jobs, trade, interest rates and more.

What’s happening this week in economics? Deloitte’s team of economists examines news and trends from around the world.

The series brings together directors Lars Montag and Arne Feldhusen, who brought to life scripts penned by Philipp Käßbohrer, Sebastian Colley, and Stefan Titze. The visual storytelling was captured through the lens of cinematographer Armin Franzen. BTF serves as the production company for this Netflix original, with Philipp Käßbohrer and Matthias Murmann taking on dual...

Explore how tourism impacts local economies, from job creation and business growth to infrastructure development and cultural preservation.

Tourism is one of the biggest industries in the global economy, contributing approximately 10% of global GDP before the COVID-19 pandemic and creating one in every ten jobs worldwide. Underlying these staggering global numbers lies a high-tech set of economic pros and cons that have far-reaching effects on local communities. From city corridors to remote villages, tourists' visits unleash economic ripples with the potential to transform local economies in numerous ways.

Tourism drives economic development, creating jobs, income, and infrastructure; yet, challenges like environmental degradation and cultural erosion need sustainable solutions.

Explore the complex relationship between tourism and local economies, and how it affects the livelihoods of people in different parts of the world.