The State of the Global Economy in 2014

2014 looks to be a better year in economic terms than 2013, with seven of the G8 economies set to see an acceleration in real GDP growth. Yet once again risks remain on the downside. Key challenges to look out for in 2014 include; the Fed taper which we have just learnt will begin in January and the potential flow-on effects this will have on emerging markets; the continuing impact of lingering unemployment and stagnant incomes in many advanced economies.

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