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India Eyes School Bus Electrification to Transform Private Transit
School buses are identified as the primary catalyst for electrifying India's private bus sector, which comprises 1.6 million vehicles.
October 8, 2026, 02:30 PM·electrive.com
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AI Hardware Demand Boosts Economic Forecasts in East Asia
The World Bank has upgraded 2026 growth forecasts for Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand, driven by the global surge in demand for AI-related hardware manufacturing.
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World Bank Updates Economic Outlook for East Asia Amid AI Export Surge
The World Bank increased its 2026 growth forecast for East Asia and the Pacific to 4.5%, citing strong AI-related exports while warning of risks from over-reliance on the sector.
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World Bank Shifts Strategy to Boost Private Capital Mobilization
The World Bank Group raised $69 billion in private capital in fiscal year 2025, as President Ajay Banga shifts the institution toward a securitization-focused business model.
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World Bank and Canada Provide $841 Million for Ukrainian Pensions
The World Bank will disburse $841 million to Ukraine for pension payments, with the Government of Canada providing a guarantee for the funding.
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Commodity Markets Reach Record Highs Amid Inflationary Pressures
Global commodity prices have hit record highs, with the World Bank projecting a 16% increase in average costs for 2026 amid persistent inflationary pressures.
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