The circular economy as a development model: What are the opportunities for companies?

The circular economy represents a transformative approach to economic growth that prioritizes sustainability, resource efficiency, and environmental health, and it can offer opportunities for companies to innovate and grow. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

World Economic Situation and Prospects 2025

The “World Economic Situation and Prospects 2025” report by the United Nations’ Department of Economic and Social Affairs highlights the global economic outlook for the coming year. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

The evolution of banking commitments in climate finance

With the recent exodus of some banks from the Net Zero Banking Alliance (NZBA), it’s worth examining how banking commitments towards climate finance have evolved and what we might expect going forward. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Nuclear: Interests shift to microreactor production

While there are still questions about how nuclear energy factors in the drive towards a sustainable global economy, there’s no denying that microreactors are game changers especially with respect to how nuclear power can be developed and deployed. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Is ‘sustained’ economic growth compatible with ‘sustainable’ economic growth?

The concepts of sustained economic growth and sustainable economic growth are often discussed in economic and environmental circles, but they are not always seen as compatible – and I do not think that they should be. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Monetary policy shifts in 2025: What’s next for central banks?

As we move into 2025, central banks around the world are navigating a complex economic landscape marked by easing inflation, persistent deflationary pressures, and regional economic disparities. How will they adapt monetary policy to tackle these issues? – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Car industry crunch: Crisis or transition

This article explores why the current car industry crunch is more of a transition opportunity than a sector crisis. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Inflation and commodity scarcity: The long-term effects on global food prices

As the world grapples with economic uncertainties, the intertwined issues of inflation and commodity scarcity have profound implications for global food prices. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Europe’s challenge: How to sustain economic growth without sacrificing social equity

How can Europe achieve economic growth without sacrificing social equity on the altar of higher per capita income? – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Fear of new impaired loans returns in Europe

This article explores the recent history of impaired loans in Europe and the current concerns surrounding a potential new wave of NPLs. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek