International

What central banks can do when shocks come from outside

External shocks: central bank policy options

External shocks—from commodity price surges, wars, and pandemics to foreign monetary tightening and abrupt capital flow reversals—create swift and varied challenges for central banks. The suitable rea...

Economy

Istanbul, in Turkey: What makes a retail concept scalable across diverse neighborhoods

Istanbul retail strategy: achieving scalability across districts

Istanbul emerges as a megacity defined by striking contrasts: compact historic districts, heavily visited tourist corridors, sleek business hubs, expansive suburban areas, and two ...

Investments and Business

How is solid-state battery progress changing EV timelines and strategies?

how do investors weigh risk and growth in hydrogen, batteries, and grid infrastructure investments

Investors navigating the energy transition encounter a complex capital allocation challenge: hydrogen, batteries, and grid infrastructure all offer potential for expansion, durability, and climate benefits, yet each carries distinct levels of risk, development horizons, and reven...