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Prospects for the US economy in 2024
The US economy appears to be heading for a soft landing amid considerable uncertainty about growth, inflation and rates
United StatesTripling renewable power scale by 2030 is unfeasible
Solar photovoltaics growth could exceed expectations, but wind power growth on the scale required looks unlikely
InternationalProspects for climate diplomacy in 2024
With next year looking set to be the hottest on record, world leaders continue to drag their feet on climate change
InternationalProspects for the oil market in 2024
A wide divergence in demand forecasts casts uncertainty over oil markets in 2024
InternationalProspects for world trade and supply chains in 2024
Supply chain conditions have normalised but world trade flows will remain weak into 2024
InternationalUS semiconductor controls on China tighten
In October 2023, Washington tightened controls on Chinese access to advanced semiconductor technology
United StatesHigher oil prices are not benefiting African exporters
African oil exporters have not raised output in recent years and face high rates and difficulties stimulating investment
InternationalGaza war and GenAI test anti-disinformation efforts
Disinformation, including AI-generated content, is thoroughly testing legislators and social media
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