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What's behind the riots that shook South Africa?
Briefings A combination of the pandemic, harsh lockdowns and a troubled economic legacy has made the most industrialised nation in Africa a tinderbox. What will happen next?
By Simon Wilson Published
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Soaring food prices fuel unrest
News Poor harvests and logistical problems have seen food prices soar, fuelling protests from Haiti to South Africa.
By Alex Rankine Published
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What next for Haiti after its president was assassinated?
Briefings Haiti, the poorest country in the Americas, has had more than its share of turmoil over the years. Its latest president was assassinated in July. Is a more stable future on the cards?
By Alex Rankine Published
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What are central banks planning to do – stay loose or raise interest rates?
Analysis Central banks are split on the future of monetary policy and the global recovery. Saloni Sardana looks at the stance of six of the world’s biggest central banks.
By Saloni Sardana Published
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The charts that matter: gold in a positive mood
Charts The gold price perked up significantly this week. Here’s how it affected the charts that matter most to the global economy.
By Ben Judge Published
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The dawn of a new space age
Briefings Jostling to be the first billionaire in space might seem to be a daft ego trip, but it is all part of a broader space industry with important real-world applications.
By Simon Wilson Published
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The charts that matter: bond yields plummet again
Charts Government bond yields around the world took a dive again this week. Here’s how it affected the charts that matter most to the global economy.
By Ben Judge Published
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How to pay for the pandemic
Opinion Covid-19 has proved extremely expensive. It’s time to consider fresh sources of government revenue, says Edward Chancellor
By Edward Chancellor Published
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The charts that matter: US dollar continues its bull run
Charts The US dollar’s bull run continued this week. Here’s how it affected the charts that matter most to the global economy.
By Ben Judge Published
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