Growth under Pressure

September 23, 2025
15:00–15:30 (America/New_York time zone)

About this session

While global debt is forecast to increase to 100% of global GDP by the end of the decade, the economy is facing numerous headwinds, from fragmentation, environmental shocks, demographic pressures and technological disruptions. Join this session to explore how overcoming volatility and correctly reading economic signals can drive growth, resilience and innovation. "This session will only be...
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Stacey Vanek Smith
Senior Writer, Bloomberg Businessweek
Bloomberg Media
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Vera Songwe
Chairperson and Founder
Liquidity and Sustainability Facility

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