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ReportJune 29, 2026

African bedrock: How the continent’s minerals can help power the world

Critical minerals underpin everything from AI to low-carbon energy, and African mining sits at the epicenter. Three key moves can help unlock the continent’s natural minerals advantage.

McKinsey1 min read

ReportJune 29, 2026

Global Economics Intelligence executive summary, May 2026

As energy prices trend higher and drive inflation, consumer confidence is ebbing—and central banks have a dilemma: whether to tackle inflation by raising policy rates or ease them to provide a stimulus.

McKinsey1 min read