DUBLIN, Feb. 12, 2016 /PRNewswire/ --

Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/8q8bt9/global_economic) has announced the addition of the "Global Economic Outlook 2016" report to their offering.

The global economy is finally stabilizing after the Great Recession, although some weak spots and new risks remain in the growth trajectory. In 2016, the growth of very promising economies such as the United States and the United Kingdom is expected, while economies such as Japan and China are likely to slow down. Furthermore, a slowdown is underway for some key emerging markets like Brazil and Russia. This study explores the 2015 trends that have a bearing on 2016 global economy, while highlighting the top predictions for 2016.

Top Economic Trends of 2015

• Dipping Oil Prices - Oil prices have plunged to nearly half since June 2014.
• Chinese Slowdown -  he slowdown is being seen as a natural process in China's economic cycle.
• Sanctions on Russia - The European Union (EU) sanctions against Russia are here for the long haul. The EU extended its Ukraine-related sanctions against individuals and companies until March 2016.
• Slowing Global Trade - Global trade contracted on a quarterly basis
• Falling Commodity Prices - A further decline is expected as the global economic growth and demand for commodities weaken.
• Geopolitical Disturbances - The geopolitical risks, particularly in the Middle East and Greece, remained an underlying threat.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Executive Summary - Top Economic Trends of 2015 - Top Economic Predictions - 2016 - Top Predictions in 2016 - Advanced Economies - Top Predictions in 2016 - BRIC Nations - World's 20 Largest Economies in 2015 - World's 20 Fastest Growing Economies in 2015 and 2016 - World Economic Snapshot - 2014-2016

2. Research Scope, Objective and Definitions

- Research Scope

- Definitions of Indicators and Measurements

3. World Economy in 2015 - Snapshot by Key Regions - Top Trends in 2015 - Uneven Economic Growth Globally in 2015-2016 - Slow Growing Emerging Economies will Dampen 2015-16 Outlook - Declining Oil and Commodity Prices - What is Behind the Drop? - Exchange Rate Movements - Industrial Production and Merchandise Trade

4. Global Outlook for 2016

- Global GDP Outlook - 2016

- Global Inflation Outlook - 2016

- Global Trade Position - 2016

- World Investment Position - 2016

5. Risks to the Global Outlook - What are the Risks to Global Growth? - Financial and Economic Risks - Geopolitical Risks

6. Regional Outlook 2016-Europe

- Europe - Growth Upticks, Slowdown in Emerging Economies Hit Exports

- Europe Economic Outlook 2016

- Europe 2016 - Risks and Policy Challenges

7. Regional Outlook 2016 - North America - North America - US Strengthens; Canada Recovers - North America 2016 - Risks and Policy Challenges

8. Regional Outlook 2016 - Latin America

- Latin America - Weak Growth in 2015, 2016 may Show Rebound

- Largest Economies in Latin America: What is the Outlook?

- Latin America 2016 - Risks and Policy Challenges

9. Regional Outlook 2016-Asia-Pacific - Asia-Pacific - Strong Growth, Buoyed Confidence, and Demand Recovery - Asia-Pacific 2016 - Risks and Policy Challenges

10. Regional Outlook 2016 - The Middle East and Africa

- The Middle East - Low Oil Prices, Geopolitical Risks Dampen Growth

- Africa - Dull Commodity Outlook and EI Niño Dampen Growth

- The Middle East and Africa 2016 - Risks and Policy Challenges

11. Key Conclusions

12. Appendix

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