From Dow Jones & Company:

Behavioral economists are noting that our tendency to be influenced more by recent events may be behind the optimistic outlook for the world economy in 2024. Despite mounting challenges and grim predictions, there is growing belief that the global economy will continue to grow. However, the impact of central bank policies may not be enough to generate the necessary growth momentum, particularly in the face of a global economic and geopolitical environment that remains fragile. Policymakers are urged to implement structural reforms to fuel global growth and productivity, while the international community is called to end the atrocities in the Middle East to prevent further geopolitical turmoil.



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