Stockbuilding pushes OECD GDP growth up to 0.5% in the third quarter of 2016

Stronger signals of growth momentum picking-up in several major OECD economies

Rising energy prices push OECD annual inflation to 1.8% in December 2016

Major global crises such as the 2008-09 episode are mercifully rare, but severe recessions have been quite frequent among OECD countries over the past four decades.

Composite leading indicators continue to point to growth gaining momentum in several advanced economies

OECD GDP growth slows to 0.4% in fourth quarter of 2016

Further structural reform is required to raise productivity growth through a better climate for business and stronger R&D outcomes.

Sharp rise in energy prices pushes OECD annual inflation up to 2.3% in January 2017

Slight easing of G20 GDP growth in fourth quarter of 2016

Stable growth momentum in the OECD area

OECD annual inflation slows to 2.3% in March 2017, driven by energy prices

Composite leading indicators point to stable growth momentum in the OECD area going forward

OECD GDP growth falls to 0.4% in first quarter of 2017

OECD annual inflation nudges up to 2.4% in April 2017

Composite leading indicators continue to point to stable growth momentum in the OECD area

New Zealand has experienced robust economic growth since 2012, buoyed by record levels of inward migration and strong terms of trade. Employment has expanded vigorously, reversing much of the increase in unemployment since the onset of the global financial crisis.

G20 GDP growth stable at 0.9% in first quarter of 2017

The latest OECD Economic Survey of Iceland, to be published on Tuesday 27 June, analyses the factors behind the country’s remarkable economic turnaround as well as steps that can be taken to preserve sustainable and inclusive growth.

Iceland is the OECD’s smallest economy and,currently,the fastest growing. A booming financial services and construction led to a deep financial crisis in 2008. However, Iceland has made a remarkable turnaround, helped by spectacular growth of tourism, prudent economic policies and a favourable external environment.

Private consumption and investment main drivers of slowdown in OECD GDP growth in first quarter of 2017

Composite leading indicators continue to point to stable pace of expansion in the OECD area

OECD unemployment rate stable at 5.9% in May 2017

Austria’s transition to a digital economy and society is progressing but is slower than in the most advanced economies. A whole-of-government approach should help embrace change and facilitate the flourishing of innovative businesses, work practices and lifestyles throughout Austria.

Israel disability pension note July 2017

OECD annual inflation slows to 1.9% in June 2017, driven by energy prices

Stable growth momentum in the OECD area

OECD GDP growth accelerates to 0.7% in second quarter of 2017

Não obstante o progresso significativo conseguido, melhorar as competências e as qualificações continua a ser um dos principais desafios que Portugal enfrenta para aumentar o crescimento, os níveis de vida e o bem-estar.

OECD annual inflation nudges up to 2.0% in July 2017

Composite leading indicators continue to point to stable growth momentum in the OECD area

OECD unemployment rate stable at 5.8% in July 2017

G20 GDP growth accelerates to 0.9% in second quarter of 2017

OECD annual inflation picks up to 2.2% in August 2017, driven by food and energy prices

Pick-up in private consumption and investment drives higher OECD GDP growth in second quarter of 2017

OECD CLIs point to stable growth momentum in the OECD area

OECD annual inflation nudges up to 2.3% in September 2017

OECD CLIs continue to point to stable growth momentum

OECD GDP growth slows to 0.6% in third quarter of 2017

OECD annual inflation down to 2.2% in October 2017, as energy price inflation slows

Stable growth momentum going forward in the OECD area

The personal tax system has a large influence on incentives to work, save and invest and hence growth. At the same time it is a key policy lever for income redistribution.

G20 GDP growth steady at 1.0% in third quarter of 2017

Business dynamism and sound management of natural resources wealth has helped propel Norway among the highest levels of GDP per capita in the world. Combined with its “Nordic model” ensuring inclusiveness and low inequality, Norway exhibits impressive levels of well-being in many dimensions.

OECD annual inflation picks up to 2.4% in November 2017

Slower private consumption and investment weigh down on OECD GDP growth in third quarter of 2017

Composite leading indicators continue to point to stable growth momentum in the OECD area

OECD annual inflation slows to 2.3% in December 2017

OECD household income growth continues to lag GDP growth, slowing to 0.2% in third quarter of 2017

OECD household income growth picks up to 0.3% in fourth quarter of 2017 but continues to lag GDP growth

Stable growth momentum in the OECD area