The economy in 2021

The unique impact of the coronavirus recession makes a fast recovery possible, but even after the pandemic recedes, the global economy will be facing a myriad of problems.

Illustration by Sergiy Maidukov

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STATE OF PLAY
What the global economy will look like after Covid-19
January 3, 2021 • Quartz
THIS IS FINE
The wildcards that could sabotage the global economy in 2021
January 3, 2021 • Quartz
BUCKLE UP
Low rates are ushering the world into a high-risk economy
January 3, 2021 • Quartz

SIGNALS UP AHEAD
7 charts to help you track the global economy in 2021
January 3, 2021 • Quartz
GET IT WHILE ITS HOT
China’s soaring hotpot stock hints at life beyond the pandemic
January 3, 2021 • Quartz
NOT GIVING ENOUGH CREDIT
The weakness at the heart of India’s economy
January 3, 2021 • Quartz India
AFRICA'S BIG BETS
The biggest risk and opportunity for African economies in 2021
January 3, 2021 • Quartz Africa
MAKER ECONOMY
What to expect from Europe’s economic recovery in 2021
January 3, 2021 • Quartz
THE GUIDE IN BRIEF
Predicting life in a post-pandemic economy
January 5, 2021 • Quartz