Our Scans · (FS.10.00) Covid-19 · Weekly Summary

• [New] More ratings upgrades than downgrades are expected in 2026, particularly among high yield or frontier markets, reflecting successful fiscal adjustment, implementation of IMF-led policies as well as post-Covid strong growth dynamics. US Institutional
• Drastic policy shifts from the U.S. government and major European donors continue to jeopardize TB services and research around the world, threatening the post-COVID - 19 pandemic recovery. IAVI
• Reshoring and Supply Chain Resilience The COVID-19 pandemic exposed vulnerabilities in global supply chains, leading to increased investment in domestic metal production. AllAmerican.org
• The Medical Drone Delivery project with BT and Skyfarer uses drones for medical deliveries, as a solution born from COVID-era challenges, demonstrating telecom's potential in supporting the future growth of how technology can work to improve the wider healthcare system. Consulting Point
• Global economic recovery from disruptions like the COVID-19 pandemic has reignited investments in technology and infrastructure. https://exactitudeconsultancy.com/
• Local Business Strain: Hotels, restaurants, and tour operators face reduced revenue, threatening Japan's post-Covid tourism recovery. The Word 360
• Contacts cited China's slower-than-expected economic recovery following COVID-19, lower prospects for long-term growth, capital controls, lack of policy predictability and regulatory transparency, and tensions in the U.S.-China relationship as factors lowering investor confidence. United States Department of State
• The decline in productivity growth has been largely driven by under-investment, compounded by a series of economic shocks including recent trade disruption, the impact of Russia's invasion on Ukraine on energy prices, the COVID-19 pandemic, and Brexit. FoodManufacture.co.uk
• Geopolitical and economic challenges, from the Covid-19 pandemic to wars in Ukraine and the Middle East and unpredictable trade tariffs, have emerged as barriers to the Paris climate goals. WoodMac.Site.Features.Shared.ViewModels.Metadata.Publis
• Economists surveyed lay the blame on rising economic nationalism and tariff volatility that, when coupled with potential for misused AI to destabilize society, means global uncertainty measurements are now higher than during the COVID-19 pandemic. The Register
• Factors such as inflation, the Russia-Ukraine war, China's zero COVID-19 policy and ongoing supply chain disruptions collectively decreased demand. AIR CARGO WEEK
• Growing public awareness, proliferating policy proposals, and the opportunity for increased public investment in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis have elevated climate to the top of the economic policy and regulatory agenda globally. Crowell & Moring - Climate Change Will Be Front and Cen
• Between COVID-19 school closures, historic declines in public school enrolment, and the rise in school choice policies, the decisions made by state lawmakers in the coming years will help shape generations to come. / USA Reason Foundation
• The US authorities are incubating another spasm of inflation a year or two hence, risking a repeat of the great monetary error made during the early phase of Covid. Yahoo News UK
• Should the U.S. and China fail to reach a compromise, the U.S. could face what one economist described as a COVID-19 level shock, with economic growth slowing and inflation soaring. Yahoo Finance
• Sustainable funds outperformed traditional peer funds and reduced investment risk during coronavirus. Morgan Stanley Australia
• The ICA 2027 conference is set to highlight Sarawak's commitment to heritage preservation, cultural diversity, and digital transformation, aligning with the post Covid-19 Development Strategy 2030. / Malaysia CMW
• More immediately, UHS says it could face pressure in its Texas and Florida markets and lose between $50 million to $100 million annually if Congress does not act to extend enhanced COVID-era Affordable Care Act subsidies. Healthcare Dive
• The California Department of Public Health recommends updated COVID-19 vaccines for everyone age 6 months to 23 months, seniors age 65 and up; as well as older children, teenagers and adults who either have risk factors for severe COVID, or are in close contact with at-risk people. Los Angeles Times

Last updated: 09 January 2026