United States
This is the percentage of American households that earn more than $1m
Data shows Americans overestimate the share of income in their households, believing that 10% have an annual income of over $1m, when it's less than 0.5%.
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Global Issue
Industry
Economy
4th Industrial Revolution
Fairer Economies
Workforce and Employment
Companies say diversity matters. So why aren't they becoming more diverse?
Despite the seeming consensus that diversity is a good thing, progress on this front is stalling. How can companies make real steps towards an equitable future?
Fairer Economies
US Rents Soar Up To 40% In Some Cities, Leaving Renters Struggling
Global Economic Imbalances
What is inflation, and should we worry? An economist explains
Economies are bouncing back post-COVID, but so is inflation. UBS Chief Economist Paul Donovan explains what inflation is and predicts what will happen.
Corruption
Asset recovery: a powerful tool in the fight against global corruption
Clamping down on corruption is now a US foreign policy priority. Pursuing asset recovery would allow President Biden to both battle kleptocracy and promote social justice.
Education, Skills and Learning
There is a great global 'levelling up' underway in universities
The World University Rankings have long been dominated by the UK and US, but increasing numbers of universities from emerging economies are making the list.
Davos 2022
Japan must restore trust in the future among youth – here’s how
For a brighter future, Japan must invest in youth, generate good jobs and ensure healthy and productive longevity for the world's fastest-aging population.
Davos Agenda 2022
Japan is ushering in a new form of capitalism to revive its economy
Japan’s economic recovery will be driven by digitization and investments in green technology and human capital, Prime Minister Kishida Fumio told The Davos Agenda.
Davos Agenda 2022
ASEAN is poised for post-pandemic inclusive growth and prosperity – here's why
ASEAN is on track to become the world's fourth-largest economy – but public-private cooperation is essential to realize a sustainable and resilient future.
Davos Agenda 2022
How South Asia can seize the opportunity to build a resilient and sustainable future
South Asia has an opportunity to build back better – and achieve the SDGs – through regional cooperation, the new services economy and a green recovery.
Davos Agenda 2022
Why we need a new social contract for the 21st century
The social contract governing the global economy is no longer fit for purpose. A new, modern social contract would bring about more equitable prosperity.
Global Economic Imbalances
Inflation in the US has hit a near 40-year high
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) continues to rise in the US as inflation hits a 39-year high.
Education, Skills and Learning
5 teen-curated platforms to advance youth activism across Asia-Pacific
Alienated from the existing social, political and economic order, Asian-Pacific youth are forming empowering coalitions to fight for positive change.
Social Innovation
Big business can make more room for innovators. Here’s how
Social enterprises are short on resources but big on innovation. The corporate world can help create an environment for these smaller innovators to thrive.
Financial and Monetary Systems
How can developing economies recover from the pandemic?
Evidence suggests that medium-term growth prospects are dimming, as inflation helps reduce debt for developing economies only in certain circumstances.
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