Counting the Cost

Billionaires are on the rise as the rest struggle with inequality, poverty and cost of living crisis.

Developed nations are cutting climate funding, but developing countries still need billions to adapt.

Bitcoin is falling, yet cryptocurrency is spreading beyond investing into politics, sanctions and global finance.

As trade tensions grow, Europe tries to remain competitive while balancing ties with the US and China.

From city skyscrapers to sprawling slums, a roof over your head has never been harder to afford.

Ships are moving again through the Strait of Hormuz, with oil prices falling. But relief for consumers may take longer.

A US-Iran deal could unlock frozen assets, oil exports, and investment, reshaping Iran’s economic future.

The G7, BRICS and emerging powers are competing for influence in a changing global order.

Trade tensions, wars and Asia’s rise are testing the influence and unity of the Group of Seven (G7).

Gold now accounts for 27% of global reserve holdings, overtaking US Treasuries as the world’s largest reserve asset.