CorruptionTransparency International: corruption and economic performance
Transparency International CPI Links Rising Corruption Perceptions to Weaker Economic Outcomes and Investment Risks
→Transparency International’s 2025 Corruption Perceptions Index shows the global average score falling to a record low of 42, with more than two-thirds of countries scoring below 50. Research and analysis tied to the index connect higher perceived public-sector corruption to reduced foreign direct investment, slower GDP growth, and distorted markets. Specialist and local reporting, along with World Economic Forum commentary, highlight how the findings are prompting businesses to treat integrity as a core strategic issue.
Why uncovered:Covered thoroughly by TI, WEF and local/specialist press; limited deeper mainstream focus on economic performance correlations beyond initial rankings.
20 Jul 2026·3 min read·6 sources