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Highlights From World Economic Forum 2016 In Davos
NDTV Profit Team | Updated: January 19, 2016 13:18 IST
The Annual Meeting in Davos remains the foremost creative force for engaging the top global leaders in collaborative activities focused on shaping the global, regional and industry agendas.
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Infosys CEO on How Hiring, Jobs Could Be Impacted by Automation
From a perspective of IT services, Infosys chief executive Vishal Sikka says the new technological changes like automation are "a tale of two cities". (Read full story)
From a perspective of IT services, Infosys chief executive Vishal Sikka says the new technological changes like automation are "a tale of two cities". (Read full story)
Ease of Doing Business Still Work in Progress: Arun Jaitley
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said that besides global factors, there have been two successive bad monsoons which have hurt rural demand and growth rate. (Read more)
Finance Minister Arun Jaitley said that besides global factors, there have been two successive bad monsoons which have hurt rural demand and growth rate. (Read more)
In years to come, start-ups to be very powerful segment of Indian economy: Finance Minister Arun Jaitley in Davos
In conversation with @BillGates and @melindagates on three goals for 2016. #Davospic.twitter.com/b16gEOEOKj
- Prashant Nair (@Prashantrnair_N) January 22, 2016
What does 2016 hold for the global economy? @Lagardehttps://t.co/KjuY9AcH6spic.twitter.com/SzmrBnNLoG
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 23, 2016
3 charts that explain global #inequalityhttps://t.co/HIRtH5F2XD@oxfamgb#wefpic.twitter.com/tQjFsN8wQx
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 23, 2016
Davos Optimists See a New Era of Trade Reform at Hand
Trade ministers are gathering on Saturday for the first time since the World Trade Organization (WTO) closed the lid on 14 years of increasingly toxic stalemate. (Read more)
Trade ministers are gathering on Saturday for the first time since the World Trade Organization (WTO) closed the lid on 14 years of increasingly toxic stalemate. (Read more)
'Make in India' Lion Roars at Davos to Seek Foreign Investment
Colourful lions adorn a salon on the main street of Davos, inviting visiting business leaders to "Make in India"... (Read full story here)
Colourful lions adorn a salon on the main street of Davos, inviting visiting business leaders to "Make in India"... (Read full story here)
Coming up from #Davos an exclusive interview with IMF chief Christine @Lagarde.
- Vikram Chandra (@vikramchandra) January 21, 2016 Goods and Services Tax a good reform, hope Indian Parliament speeds up the process, says IMF's Christine Lagarde 
Wrong to say global growth is collapsing, says International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde
India will be the fastest growing major economy, to grow over 7% in next 2 years: International Monetary Fund chief to NDTV
Is the GST bill likely to flicker back to life soon? Kamal Nath tells NDTV that it is "very possible" to resolve the pending issues.
- Vikram Chandra (@vikramchandra) January 21, 2016Global Growth to Improve Once Commodities Stabilise: World Bank
Earlier this month, the bank cut its cut its global economic growth forecast for 2016 to 2.9 per cent from its June forecast of 3.3 per cent. Yet this is still above the 2.4 per cent growth rate estimated for 2015. (Read full story)
China Should Communicate Better With Financial Markets, Says IMF Chief Lagarde (Read full story)
India in a Sweet Spot; Private Investment Uptick Soon: Kochhar
We Are in a World of Make Believe, Says Raghuram Rajan on Market Rout
The RBI chief says economic fundamentals do not justify the selloff in emerging markets. (Read More)
The RBI chief says economic fundamentals do not justify the selloff in emerging markets. (Read More)
Are we ready for a fossil fuel-free future? https://t.co/rK6AXnPkSW#climateaction#wefpic.twitter.com/iQoMJpB5nF
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 20, 2016Raghuram Rajan Says Markets to Settle Down
RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan on Wednesday sought to allay fears amid the stock market plunge and the rupee nearing its lowest-ever level, saying things will stabilise and people will look at stable emerging markets, including India. (Read more)
We can't allow the corporate greed of the coal,oil and gas lobbies to threaten the planet: @LeoDiCaprio at #WEF16. #Davos
- Vikram Chandra (@vikramchandra) January 19, 2016Among The Fastest Growing Economies, But Can Do Better, Says Arun Jaitley In Davos
In an era of digitization, how can India be a global resource for innovation, growth and talent? Arun Jaitley, Union Minister for Finance and Information & Broadcasting; John Chambers, Executive Chairman of Cisco; Sunil Mittal, Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, and Nouriel Roubini, Economics Professor at New York University, in conversation with NDTV's Vikram Chandra at the World Economic Forum meet in Davos. (Highlights)
RBI Chief Rajan Says Global Monetary Easing Has Run its Course
Monetary easing by central banks across the globe has reached its limits and prolonged stimulus raises the risk of distortions in asset prices, Reserve Bank of India Governor Raghuram Rajan has said. (Read more)
Inequality, Skills Gap Widening in Labour Market: Experts
Polarisation of the labour market is deepening worldwide and rising income inequality along with skills gap might lead to an increase in social tensions, feel experts. (Read full story)
Job Scope Huge in India, Need to Impart Right Skills: Vishal Sikka
Speaking at a session on 'The Promise of Progress' on the job market impact of the fourth industrial revolution, Sikka said there would certainly be disruptions but the new technology would not necessarily create imbalances if right kind of education, connectivity and training is provided to the people. (Read more)
Fourth Industrial Revolution May Hit Emerging Economies: UBS
While emerging economies are likely to suffer, the developed nations might benefit from the Fourth Industrial Revolution, according to a white paper released by financial services major UBS at the WEF annual meet here. (Read more)
What's wrong with #China's stockmarket? https://t.co/R18C2oGEFc#globaltrade#wefpic.twitter.com/yd1DbOrYC2
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 20, 2016India Among Top 5 Most Promising Markets Globally: PwC
Confidence level among Indian CEOs remains higher than the global average although they have also become less confident since last year about the growth prospects of their own companies, a survey by consultancy PwC has found. (Read more)
This is how much China's economy is slowing down https://t.co/OOIYGIMzKdpic.twitter.com/X7RIaGoA5V
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 19, 2016What's behind the recent #stockmarket turmoil? https://t.co/nOkt6KoXGZ#futurefinance#wefpic.twitter.com/1PsKtoEv9V
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 19, 2016Blog: The Big Questions for Davos 2016 - By Prashant Nair
So it's Davos time again! Snowy Alps, freezing weather, Swiss hospitality and a super-packed three days. It's the World Economic Forum 2016... (Read more)
Who works the most hours - Greeks or Germans? https://t.co/KSKNFtexPa#Greece#Germany#workpic.twitter.com/IiKioRrQc6
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 19, 2016What does 2016 hold for the global economy? @Lagardehttps://t.co/diY2jpZ7Aspic.twitter.com/PZrfXmqFl4
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 19, 2016Trust Gap Widens to Record High Globally; 4th Highest in India: Survey
The trust gap between the informed public and the mass population globally has widened to a record high level, while the divide is fourth highest in India among all major countries, a new survey has found. (Read more)
A new way to visualise the global economy https://t.co/KmQt4koH4u#economicspic.twitter.com/EvhzxCzojN
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 18, 2016Robots, New Working Ways to Cost 5 Million Jobs by 2020: Davos Study
Disruptive labour market changes, including the rise of robots and artificial intelligence, will result in a net loss of 5.1 million jobs over the next five years in 15 leading countries. (Read more)
Hidden Workforce of 116 Million at 50 MNCs: Trade Union Body
As the rich and powerful from across the world begin congregating here for their annual jamboree, global trade union body ITUC on Monday said just 50 MNCs have a "hidden workforce" of 116 million people in their global supply chains including in India.
When Leonardo DiCaprio, Will.i.am Will be Seen in Different Roles
As the rich and powerful from across the world get ready for their annual brainstorming in this ski resort town in the coming week, it will also host Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio - but not for his Oscar front-runner 'The Revenant'. (Read more)
As the rich and powerful from across the world get ready for their annual brainstorming in this ski resort town in the coming week, it will also host Hollywood actor Leonardo DiCaprio - but not for his Oscar front-runner 'The Revenant'. (Read more)
Which economies are being hit hardest by #China's slowdown? https://t.co/wnr1Wt1z7C#economicspic.twitter.com/SrOOhAM9Lc
- World Economic Forum (@Davos) January 14, 2016 Uneasy Times: What to Look Out for at Davos This Year
The world is beset by uncertainties as 2,500 business executives, political leaders and activists gather in the Swiss Alpine town of Davos in the coming week.
The world is beset by uncertainties as 2,500 business executives, political leaders and activists gather in the Swiss Alpine town of Davos in the coming week.
Is public #investment the key to #development after all? @rodrikdanihttps://t.co/dDMji6GOzK#economicspic.twitter.com/fVNSJDAycS
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 15, 2016 40 Heads of State, Government Expected at Davos Forum
Those heading to the Swiss resort town for the high-level annual gathering also include 2,500 "leaders from business and society", the WEF said in a statement.
Those heading to the Swiss resort town for the high-level annual gathering also include 2,500 "leaders from business and society", the WEF said in a statement.
Arun Jaitley to Lead over 100-Strong Indian Delegation to Davos Meet
Besides Jaitley, the Indian delegation would also include RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan, Power Minister Piyush Goyal, Trade and Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of State for Finance Jayant Sinha and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. Read Full Story
Besides Jaitley, the Indian delegation would also include RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan, Power Minister Piyush Goyal, Trade and Commerce Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Minister of State for Finance Jayant Sinha and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu. Read Full Story
Who's coming to Davos 2016? https://t.co/iWppQtn7r7#wefpic.twitter.com/FdBqXcSBkq
- World Economic Forum (@wef) January 14, 2016No more content
Published: January 14, 2016 14:09 IST
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