Welcome to the United Nations August 2011
Summary:
Economic growth is decelerating markedly in many regions; global manufacturing production?is stagnating
Equity markets have tumbled and exchange rate volatility has resurfaced with contin
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Department of Economic and Social Affairs
Economic Analysis
Global Macroeconomic Prospects
July 2011
Summary:
Concerns over sovereign debt sustainability in Europe and the United States cast clouds over?global economic recovery
Oil and other primary commodity prices remain high, keeping up headline
June 2011
Summary:
The United Nations forecast for growth of the global economy was increased slightly to 3.3 per?cent in 2011 and 3.6 per cent in 2012
However, the pace of the global recovery remains u
May 2011
Summary:
International oil prices increased further amidst continued unrest in the Middle East
The United States dollar fell to historic lows
Many emerging and developing countries are tight
April 2011
Summary:
In addition to the massive human toll and environmental damage resulting from Japan?s triple?disaster (earthquake, tsunami and nuclear catastrophe), ensuing ripple effects are being felt on?global
March 2011
Summary:
International oil prices increased further amidst continued unrest in the Middle East
Food prices reached new record highs, pushing up inflation worldwide
As this went to press, a
February 2011
Summary:
International food prices increased to record levels, contributing to both political unrest and greater uncertainty about the global recovery; other commodity prices also increased strongly in January
January 2011
Summary:
A further slowdown in global economic growth is expected
Developing economies continue to lead the recovery
There are major downside risks for a gloomier outlook, including too early