
As we navigate the economic landscape of 2026, we must confront a stark reality: the global informal economy has a female face. Understanding the unique hurdles women face in this sector is key to unlocking true global prosperity and gender equality. If you were to ask the average person to picture the global economy, they…

The shadow of the “informal economy” is often painted as a distant image: a bustling open-air market in Lagos, a street vendor in Bangkok, or a rickshaw driver in Mumbai. While these are vivid realities, the true scope of the informal sector is far more pervasive, reaching into the gleaming high-rises of New York and…
