How the West was Lost

In How the West was Lost, economist Dambisa Moyo explores the steady erosion of Western economic dominance over the past fifty years. Through a close examination of persistent policy missteps, financial choices and political priorities, Moyo charts how established economies have weakened their standing while emerging markets have gained considerable momentum.

The book investigates the changing dynamics of the global marketplace, where developing economies no longer depend solely on Western consumer demand to sustain their expansion. Drawing on her extensive background in international finance and development, Moyo outlines the stark realities facing Western powers and sets out the difficult decisions required to address these systemic vulnerabilities. This accessible analysis will appeal to general readers, university students and professionals interested in global affairs, economic history and international finance.