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Projected to reach $43.6 billion by 2030, the global market for Friction Products and Materials excels

Research And Markets, a market and industry research report corporation, released a new report outlining the dramatic growth of the global friction products and materials market, which is expected to reach an astounding $43.6 billion by 2030. According to PRNewswire, the global market for friction products and materials is currently valued at $28.4 billion in 2022 and is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5% during the analysis period from 2022 to 2030.


Economics

The World Bank's 2023 Annual Meetings

The World Bank announced the key points from its Annual Meetings in 2023, where they introduced a fresh development vision and playbook. During these meetings, the Bank also demonstrated the substantial advancements made since initiating its transformation process a year ago according to a press release by the World Bank.


Economics

The trucking industry tops its number of issues in new ATRI report

American Transportation Research Institute (ATRI), the trucking industry's not-for-profit research organization, has released its 19th annual Top Industry Issues report, revealing that the trucking industry is facing more issues than ever before. According to a PRNewswire article, this year's list of concerns includes the Economy, Truck Parking, Fuel Prices, the Driver Shortage, Driver Compensation, and for the first time, Zero-Emission Vehicles.


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After Biden's new loan plan, a financial wellness report by Research and Markets is integral

Research And Markets, a market and industry reporting corporation, has released a report titled "Financial Wellness 2023" in response to President Joe Biden's new loan plan. The report aims to help business entrepreneurs and managers achieve financial literacy in light of the new plan.


Economics

Reaching $189.1 billion in 2022, global low-cost airlines market projected to have significant growth in the next years

Research And Markets, a market and industry research corporation, has released a report projecting significant growth in the global low-cost airlines market in the coming years. The report states that the market reached a size of $189.1 billion in 2022 and is expected to reach $315.4 billion by 2028, exhibiting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.7% from 2023 to 2028.


Economics

The global bath and shower market reaches a milestone in 2022, at US$ 47.6 Billion

Research And Markets announced a report on the global bath and shower market, saying that a new milestone has been reached in 2022 with the market size at US$ 47.6 Billion. By 2028, that market size is predicted to reach US$ 63.4 Billion, with a CAGR of 4.7% during this growth period.


Economics

WTO economists scale back growth in global merchandise trade in 2023

The World Trade Organization (WTO) has revised its growth projections for global merchandise trade in 2023, indicating a downward trend. According to the latest WTO trade forecast released on October 5th, economists have scaled back the growth predicted for next year. It is now expected that the volume of world merchandise trade will only grow by 0.8% this year, which is less than half of the 1.7% increase that was forecasted in April. However, there is some hope for a recovery, as the projected growth of 3.3% for 2024 remains relatively unchanged from previous estimates.


Economics

Monsha’at, Saudi Arabia's leading entrepreneur, participated in the Global Entrepreneurship Congress 2023

Monsha’at, also known as the Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, recently participated in the Global Entrepreneurship Congress 2023 (GEC23) in Riyadh. The congress brought together leading entrepreneurs from Saudi Arabia to discuss the growth of entrepreneurship in the kingdom.


Economics

Providing real relief for SMEs – BusinessEurope’s SME Roadshow in Rome

On Oct 4, 2023, BusinessEurope, in partnership with its Italian member federation Confindustria, hosted the second of its SME Roadshow events in Rome. The event featured keynote speeches from Roberta Metsola, European Parliament President, and Thierry Breton, EU Commissioner for Internal Market, focusing on SMEs’ path to the twin green and digital transitions in the context of the European Commission’s recently announced SME Relief Package.Fabrice Le Saché, Chair of BusinessEurope’s Entrepreneurship & SME Committee, emphasized the importance of the Commission's proposals...


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IMF Concluding Statement of 2023 Article IV Mission: San Marino has prospered economically

The International Monetary Fund's staff report in the concluding statement of the 2023 Article IV Mission reveals that San Marino has experienced economic prosperity, despite the weakening European economy as a whole. The manufacturing and tourism sectors in San Marino have even surpassed pre-COVID levels.


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Saudi Arabia, undergoing an economic transformation

Amine Mati and Sidra Rehman, both part of the IMF’s Middle East and Central Asia Department, report an immaculate transformation in the Saudi Arabian economy, as it implements new reforms around oil dependence, income sources, and competitiveness. The IMF’s Middle East and Central Asia Department reports that "Saudi Arabia’s economy is undergoing a transformation, as it implements reforms to reduce oil dependence, diversify income sources, and enhance competitiveness. This year marks an important juncture as the midpoint of Saudi Arabia’s ambitious Vision 2030 journey."


Economics

The IMF Executive Board approves a $1.3 billion arrangement for Morocco's sustainability

On September 28, 2023, the International Monetary Fund's executive board approved an arrangement with Morocco that will support its movement to a more sustainable and greener economy. The arrangement amounted to SDR 1 billion (about US$ 1.32 billion, equivalent to 112 percent of quota).


Economics

IMF: 'new research finds that many countries have the potential to increase their tax-to-GDP ratios'

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a report highlighting the potential for countries to increase their tax-to-GDP ratios, allowing for the provision of critical government services. The report states that through better tax design and stronger public institutions, many countries have the potential to increase their tax-to-GDP ratios by as much as 9 percentage points.


Economics

President of the Center for Global Development steps down at the end of the year

Masood Ahmed, the President of the Center for Global Development (CGD), has announced his decision to step down at the end of the year. Ahmed has been in the position for seven years and has played a crucial role in the organization's growth and impact.


Economics

The global very light jet market size reaches $5.3 Billion in 2022, predicted to grow to $8.2 billion by 2028

ResearchAndMarkets of PRNewswire reports that the global very light jet market is expected to reach $8.2 billion by 2028, growing at a compound annual growth rate of 7.45%. The market size reached $5.3 billion in 2022, indicating significant growth over the next few years.


Economics

Public debt in sub-Saharan Africa has risen to levels not seen in decades

With a debt crisis looming in Africa, economists of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have outlined five key policy points that African governments could take to impede the rising public debt in sub-Saharan Africa. According to an IMF paper, public debt in the region has reached levels not seen in decades, with the average debt ratio almost doubling in just a decade.


Economics

Bing X, Cryptocurrency Exchange Platform, Announces Support for Future Blockchain Summit, Dubai, 2023

BingX, a prominent international platform for cryptocurrency exchange, has announced its support and sponsorship for the Future Blockchain Summit in Dubai, scheduled to take place from October 15th to 18th, 2023. This four-day event aims to showcase and promote the advancements in Web 3.0, Blockchain, Crypto, NFT, Metaverse, and Gaming.


Economics

The Global Manufactured Soil Market is Growing Rapidly, with North America in the Lead

The global manufactured soil market is experiencing rapid growth, with North America leading the way. According to a report by Research and Markets of PR Newswire, the market is projected to grow from $7.61 billion in 2022 to $8.23 billion in 2023, with an impressive compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.1%. This growth is expected to continue, with the market estimated to reach $10.77 billion by 2027.


Economics

Bahkri: 'We’re proud to be partnering with Deloitte India to bring AI-powered CLM solutions to the APAC region'

Sirion, based in Washington, teamed up with the Deloitte India consulting firm to expand the access of the Sirion CLM platform for customers in the region.


Economics

Möller: “We are dedicated to democratizing access to credit in Mexico because we believe that a more inclusive and efficient financial system means more for everyone”

Mexico City-based digital financial services platform, Klar, S.A. de C.V. (Klar) has secured a $100 Million Debt Facility from Chicago-based global alternative investment firm Victory Park Capital to help expand Credit Products in Mexico.