‘Muted optimism’


The outlook for economies in most regions is “hopeful” despite ongoing shared concerns about geopolitical instability and conflicts, says McKinsey & Co in a recent survey.

A total of 46% of respondents expect the global economy to improve, nearly double the respondents who are expecting worsening conditions.

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