Special Reports

According to data released by Spain’s National Statistics Institute (INE), the wealthiest municipalities in Spain have an average income four times higher than that of the poorest areas. The 2022 data identifies Pozuelo de Alarcón (Madrid), Matadepera (Barcelona), and Boadilla del Monte (Madrid) as the municipalities with the highest average...

Oxfam has raised urgent concerns regarding the carbon emissions produced by the world’s wealthiest individuals, drawing attention to significant disparities in emission levels and suggesting that the ultra-wealthy’s climate actions could encourage broader societal acceptance of essential climate reforms. In its October 28 report, Oxfam emphasized that if global carbon...

In fiscal year 2024, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) supported essential sectors across Africa, including clean energy, manufacturing, digital connectivity, small business, trade, and agriculture, providing record levels of financing and comprehensive advisory support aimed at strengthening markets and generating jobs, especially in the continent’s most fragile and high-need areas....

From October 10 to 23, a Seminar on Management for Director-Generals of National Meteorological and Hydrological Services (NMHSs) in Developing Countries took place in Beijing and Anhui, China. The event attracted 20 senior officials from the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) and representatives from sectors such as meteorology, hydrology, agriculture, and...

Living paycheck to paycheck might typically bring to mind lower-income households, yet recent data shows that around 20% of US households earning over $150,000 a year are also in this position. This finding comes from a new Bank of America analysis, which examined anonymized banking accounts and spending habits of...

The net worth of China’s wealthiest individuals took a major hit this past year due to economic challenges and declining stock markets, according to data from the Hurun Research Institute. Specifically, 1,094 individuals across mainland China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, and Macau held personal fortunes exceeding $700 million as of August...

Despite a sluggish economy, the Netherlands’ wealthiest have seen their fortunes grow, with the top 500 individuals amassing a combined wealth of around $273 billion, marking a 5% increase from last year. This growth rate far outpaces the country’s 2023 economic expansion of 0.2% and inflation rate of 4.1%. Charlene...

International banking is a sector where the relationship between legality and discretionary freedom is significant. When managed wisely, it can serve as a secure place to store wealth and even help grow investments. It's important to understand that the benefits of international banking are not just for wealthy individuals; with...

As CEOWORLD magazine explores the complexities of the global economy, one key indicator that sheds light on countries' financial status is their average net worth per capita. In this analysis of selected countries in 2025, we examine the diversity and wealth that characterize their economies. This study from CEOWORLD magazine...

The Age Dependency Ratio is an important economic indicator that represents the balance between the economically dependent population (ages 0–15 and 65+) and the economically active population (ages 15–64).  This ratio, whether expressed as a numerical figure or a percentage, is calculated by dividing the number of dependents by the...