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Cement sector decarbonisation will accelerate
Cement has near-term decarbonisation options while, longer-term, low-carbon cement technologies may be disruptive
InternationalECB and Fed to delay rate cuts to sustain disinflation
The timing of the US/EU policy pivot to rate cuts is uncertain; rising euro-area expectations and wages raise concern
InternationalSea-level rise to necessitate adaptation globally
With sea-level rise an inevitability, adaptation measures are gaining increased attention
InternationalMarket competition is driving ultra-fast fashion firms
In the fierce market competition between Temu and Shein, sustainable business practices are the greatest casualty
InternationalThe world economic downturn will be mild but prolonged
Core CPI is easing towards 2% official targets in major nations, but not fast enough for rate cuts to boost 2024 growth
InternationalAI tests existing regulations in major election year
Some 76 countries are holding elections this year and many are at risk of AI misuse
InternationalCocoa prices will grow fast through 2024 and 2025
The price of cocoa is at a record high due to weather disruption
InternationalPartnerships between AI firms and militaries will grow
Militaries will increasingly seek out private artificial intelligence firms for cutting-edge technology
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