Global economy

Figures for 2020 show a sharp decline, but less severe than many economists had expected.

Government says UK exports will also be monitored to ensure goods are not used in Uighur camps.

The economic think-tank tips a better economy in 2021 but success will depend on the vaccine rollout.

Jobs around the world are being lost, but the global stock market is rising - what's going on?

2020 saw countries grapple with coronavirus, balancing both public health and economic concerns.

Recruitment firms say restaurants, bars and hotels are the worst-hit.

The International Monetary Fund warns against countries withdrawing economic support too soon.

The US presidential race remains too close to call, but investors bet business is a winner.

Unions say Covid has in effect trapped thousands of seafarers on ships - waiting to go home.

The World Trade Organization's nominations team says member countries should back Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.

Millions more jobs will be lost to robots with Covid accelerating the trend, says the World Economic Forum.

Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey warns there is significant risk of lower economic growth.

Israel's UAE and Bahrain peace deals are "going to be big" for business, says DP World boss.

Exports in September rose 9.9%, while other major economies struggle with the impact of Covid-19.

The International Monetary Fund also predicts that the UK's recession will be slightly less severe.

Covid-19 is expected to cause a big rise in those living on less than $1.90 a day, says the World Bank.

Americans saved at record rates when the pandemic started - but circumstances are changing.

The OECD now forecasts a decline of 4.5% in 2020, but says the damage will still be "unprecedented".

Former World Bank head Robert Zoellick warns countries need to work together to emerge from recession.