Geo-economics

What lies ahead for the global economy? Economists give their views

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Asia is expected to experience the most buoyant economic activity in 2023. Image: Pexels/Pixabay

Ian Shine
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Economists are completely divided on the prospects of a worldwide recession in 2023. Image: World Economic Forum
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Economic growth is expected to be strongest in Asia in 2023. Image: World Economic Forum
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Europe is seen as having the highest risk of stagflation this year. Image: World Economic Forum.

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Expectations of high inflation in the US have almost tripled since January. Image: World Economic Forum

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Banking sector instability has added a ‘layer of complexity’ to inflation dynamics. Image: World Economic Forum.
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Property markets could face disruption because of higher interest rates. Image: World Economic Forum.

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Deepening geopolitical tensions are leading to more assertive industrial policies. Image: World Economic Forum.
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A third of the economist surveyed expect ‘significant changes’ to global supply chains in the next three years. Image: World Economic Forum.
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