Shaping inclusive economic growth in 2026

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The digital transformation of European micro-businesses

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Driving impact through bold leadership

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Cyber resilience for financial inclusion

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The recent passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) caps a trifecta of large-scale, industrial policy wins by the Biden administration. Alongside the Bipartisan Infrastructure and CHIPS and Science Act, the IRA could shape the labor market in ways that benefit both workers and employers in industries poised for growth. This article discusses how the laws encourage employers to pay their workers a fair wage and expand apprenticeship opportunities.

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New federal industrial policy creates incentives for high-quality jobs

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