Has the world dodged recession? Reasons for hope, caution

Has the world dodged recession? Reasons for hope, caution

This Article First Appeared In Indian Express On Jan 27, 2023

There is a growing sense that a global recession may not happen, and that some of the biggest economies, such as the US and the Euro-zone countries, may achieve a soft-landing.

Last year was terrible for the global economy. By the time 2022 came to a close, observers across the world believed that several key economies would witness a recession in 2023.

But by the time the most influential policymakers, CEOs and economists met at the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos earlier this month, the mood had started to shift.

There is a growing sense that a global recession may not happen, and that some of the biggest economies, such as the US and the Euro-zone countries, may achieve a soft-landing.

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