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U.S. Expected to Nominate New Head of World Bank on Thursday

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U.S. Expected to Nominate New Head of World Bank on Thursday

The Biden administration wants the global development institution to pursue a more ambitious climate agenda.

By Alan Rappeport

Defaults Loom as Poor Countries Face an Economic Storm

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Defaults Loom as Poor Countries Face an Economic Storm

Debt-relief efforts are stalling as developing economies are being hit by higher interest rates, a strong dollar and slowing global growth.

By Alan Rappeport

World Leaders Meet as Global Economy Faces Multiple Threats

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World Leaders Meet as Global Economy Faces Multiple Threats

High inflation, food insecurity and a possible global recession loom large as the Group of 20 summit discussions begin.

By Jim Tankersley and Alan Rappeport

Herman Daly, 84, Who Challenged the Economic Gospel of Growth, Dies

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Herman Daly, 84, Who Challenged the Economic Gospel of Growth, Dies

Perhaps the best-known ecological economist, he faulted his mainstream peers for failing to account for the environmental harm growth can bring.

By Ed Shanahan