The Economic Times

Black money rising faster than global GDP; CJI says $4.4 trillion could buy a laptop for every person on Earth

Global illicit money flows reached $4.4 trillion in 2025, growing faster than the world economy. Organized crime and corruption alone accounted for $2.78 trillion in 2025. India's economic offenses rose significantly, with financial losses mounting each year. Recovery rates remain low, and convictions under anti-money laundering laws are minimal. The judiciary is proactively addressing emerging digital scams and cross-border financial crime.