The works of the world

2016 ended on an up-beat note, with most indicators suggesting higher economic growth than at the beginning of the year.

By Torgeir Høien Chief Economist 9 January 2017

Peder Severin Krøger, Artists' luncheon at Brøndum's Hotel, 1883. The painting is manipulated and belongs to The Art Museums of Skagen.

2016 ended on an up-beat note, with most indicators suggesting higher economic growth than at the beginning of the year.

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