Estonia is entering a new phase of digital transformation, seeking to turn its world-leading digital government and strong ICT sector into broader productivity gains across the economy. Artificial intelligence offers major opportunities, but realising its potential will require wider adoption by businesses, stronger skills, and continued innovation in the public sector.

By Zuzana Smidova, OECD Economics Department

Norway remains highly prosperous and egalitarian, but modest growth and sovereign wealth fund risks underscore a need for fiscal and structural reform.

By Hansjörg Blöchliger, OECD Economics Department

The Middle East conflict has disrupted more than just energy exports. With the flow of goods through the Strait of Hormuz slowing to a mere trickle, the world’s supply chains, from fertilisers to chemicals, have been under strain, pushing up prices and weighing on global growth.

by Christine Arriola, Seung-Hee Koh, Catherine MacLeod, OECD Economics Department

Current tensions in the Middle East have renewed concerns about global energy security and its impact on the global economy. OECD analysis shows that dependence on Persian Gulf energy extends far beyond direct oil imports, creating vulnerabilities that could weigh on inflation, growth and supply chains if the disruptions persist.

by Christine Arriola, Seung-Hee Koh, Catherine MacLeod, OECD Economics Department

América Latina muestra resiliencia ante un nuevo shock global, pero enfrenta menor crecimiento y menos margen de política en un entorno externo más incierto.

por el equipo de América Latina del Departamento de Economía de la OCDE

Editoriale tratto dalle Prospettive economiche dell’OCSE del giugno 2026, redatto da Stefano Scarpetta, Capo economista dell’OCSE e vice responsabile per le questioni finanziarie del G20 e del G7.

Leitartikel aus dem OECD-Wirtschaftsausblick vom Juni 2026, verfasst von Stefano Scarpetta, Chefökonom der OECD, Leiter der OECD-Wirtschaftsabteilung und stellvertretender Leiter der G20/G7-Finanzgruppe

Editorial de las Perspectivas Económicas de la OCDE de junio de 2026, escrito por Stefano Scarpetta, economista jefe de la OCDE, director del Departamento de Economía de la OCDE y responsable adjunto de Asuntos Financieros del G20 y el G7