Inflation and commodity scarcity: The long-term effects on global food prices

As the world grapples with economic uncertainties, the intertwined issues of inflation and commodity scarcity have profound implications for global food prices. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

The future of lithium: Global demand pushes for new standards of sustainable extraction

The big question is: can we find ways to sustainably source lithium and power a new industrial age without creating more problems while we’re at it? Here’s what I think. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Europe’s challenge: How to sustain economic growth without sacrificing social equity

How can Europe achieve economic growth without sacrificing social equity on the altar of higher per capita income? – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Carbon Capture Storage – The new global challenge to fight CO2 emissions

As the world grapples with the urgent need to combat climate change, Carbon Capture and Storage (CCS) has emerged as a critical technology in the fight against CO2 emissions. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Fear of new impaired loans returns in Europe

This article explores the recent history of impaired loans in Europe and the current concerns surrounding a potential new wave of NPLs. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Emerging Markets: The role of economic data in forecasting future growth

This article explores how economic data is utilized in forecasting growth, with specific examples from emerging markets in Asia and Africa. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

ESG Trends in 2024

While many may have seen ESG as something of a buzzword before 2024, all indications are that sustainability will become a far more concrete concern for companies, investors and other stakeholders this year. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

The global war against Big Tech: Why fines aren’t enough to protect user rights

Governments worldwide have imposed fines on tech giants to curb abuse of their dominance and protect user rights. However, these fines often fall short of achieving their intended goals. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Sustainable transportation: Innovation, policies and practices for a green future

The quest for sustainable transportation is crucial in our fight against climate change. As the world grapples with environmental challenges, innovations, policies, and practices in transportation are paving the way for a greener future. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek

Renewable technologies in the 2024 Financial Market: from solar panels to green hydrogen

The transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources has been accelerated by the urgent need to combat climate change and the increasing economic viability of renewable technologies. – Written by Seref Doğan Erbek