How can policymakers adapt to a changing world of development and an uncertain future?

The former World Bank Chief Economist explains why developing countries should pursue growth based on their unique comparative advantages

A study finds that promoting upstream sectors to counter resource misallocation raises aggregate efficiency

Money in the hands of mothers increases expenditure on children. Does this human capital investment promote economic growth in developing countries?

ADB’s Chief Economist provides insight into Asia’s development and overcoming the middle-income trap

Tony Addison, Chief Economist and Deputy Director of UNU-WIDER, discusses the key barriers to growth and how to overcome them.

Could central banks co-investing in private companies hold a possible solution to many developing government budgetary issues?

Contrary to widely held views, trade can decrease GDP volatility through sectoral specialisation and country-wide diversification

An unfavourable ratio of young men to young women could explain simultaneously skyrocketing housing prices and rising home ownership