Economic turmoil continues from 2008 with effects seen on a global scale. With recent signs of improvement from one of the worst recessions to date, it is important to recognize the characteristics and behaviors from which the crisis had originated and changes that lead the formation of future economic climates. Now navigating through a market that has seen record volatility, unemployment, and inflation requires the analysis of economic factors found within each global region during this crisis, and formation of new standards for the modern globalized economy.

The following research reports give the background and current condition along with key financial data for the major regions of the world. With information on each region’s distinguishing political, geographic, and structural characteristics the recent stress on the globalized economic system can be traced and identified to contributing variables and why they occurred. The summary of the global crisis will help businesses and investors anticipate future changes within the international economy, remain competitive, and seize new market opportunities.

Below are reports represent some major regions around the world:

Middle East

Asia Pacific

Central Europe

El Salvador and Nicaragua

European Union

NAFTA

North Africa

Russian Confederation

South America

Southeast Asia

Sub-Saharan Africa