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Global inflation has been showing signs of easing, but it remains high in several regions, particularly in developing countries. According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), global inflation is projected to fall to around 6.3% in 2024 from 8.7% in 2022, with central banks continuing to tighten monetary policies to keep prices in check.
However, core inflation (which excludes volatile food and energy prices) has been more persistent in advanced economies. The U.S. Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank are expected to continue their cautious approach.

As of mid-2024, the global unemployment rate has improved, but there are significant variations across regions. The International Labour Organization (ILO) reports that global unemployment is expected to decline to around 5.4% in 2024, down from 5.8% in 2023, with the majority of the improvement coming from Asia-Pacific and Latin America.
However, youth unemployment remains a challenge, especially in parts of Africa and Southern Europe.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) adoption in business continues to rise, with new data showing that more than 50% of businesses globally have implemented or are exploring AI technologies, particularly in customer service, supply chain management, and predictive analytics.
A McKinsey report found that 63% of executives believe AI can improve productivity, and 44% have already seen positive returns on investment in AI.

Despite global efforts to reduce carbon emissions, the world is still not on track to meet the Paris Agreement's climate goals. Data from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) reveals that global CO2 emissions are projected to reach around 52 billion tons in 2024, an increase from 51.5 billion tons in 2023.
However, some countries, particularly in Europe and North America, have seen emissions stabilize or even decline slightly due to policy changes and increased adoption of renewable energy sources.

According to the World Bank, the percentage of people living in extreme poverty (defined as living on less than $1.90 per day) has dropped globally, but the pace of improvement has slowed in recent years. As of 2024, around 9% of the world's population still lives in extreme poverty, down from 36% in 1990.
The COVID-19 pandemic, along with ongoing global economic instability, has delayed further progress in poverty reduction, especially in sub-Saharan Africa and South Asia.

E-commerce sales worldwide are expected to surpass $7 trillion by the end of 2024, according to eMarketer. This represents a 10% year-over-year growth, with Asia-Pacific continuing to dominate the global e-commerce market.
Mobile commerce is growing at a faster pace than desktop, with over 70% of e-commerce transactions now taking place on mobile devices.

The World Health Organization (WHO) reports a significant rise in mental health disorders globally. Depression and anxiety have become the leading causes of disability worldwide. Statistics from 2024 indicate that more than 1 in 10 people globally are affected by some form of mental illness, and access to mental health care remains limited in many regions.
Suicide rates have also risen in certain parts of the world, with particular concern over the mental health of young people and essential workers during and after the pandemic.

A 2024 survey by UNESCO showed that digital learning tools are being increasingly integrated into education systems worldwide, but significant disparities remain in terms of access to technology. Over 1.3 billion students globally are still affected by the digital divide, with many lacking access to high-speed internet or modern computing devices.
In countries like India and Sub-Saharan Africa, challenges around technology adoption in education are more pronounced, affecting students' ability to engage with online learning platforms.

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