World Bank Archives

A flat lay of diverse international banknotes, with a U.S. one-dollar bill prominently centered, surrounded by currencies from Sri Lanka, Oman, Mongolia, Indonesia, Saudi Arabia, and Myanmar.

What is the World Bank? Understanding Its Role in Global Development

by David BeckfordJanuary 22, 2026January 22, 2026

The World Bank is a global financial institution focused on reducing poverty and fostering shared prosperity through loans, grants, and technical aid.

World Matters

Out of Balance

by Lisa Song, with additional reporting by Jaime Yaya Barry for ProPublica, photography by Kathleen Flynn, special to ProPublicaNovember 10, 2024November 10, 2024

The Narrative Matters

Will There Be a Recession in 2023?

by Ariel KahanaJanuary 20, 2023January 20, 2023