The steady decline of global oil prices since June 2014 is shifting economic, political, and strategic calculations of key Middle East actors, and adding a new element of uncertainty at a time of increased regional conflict and polarization. […]
Carnegie’s global experts assess the world in 2015. What can we expect and what will surprise us? What are the challenges and what are the opportunities? […]
Convergence, the narrowing of the income gap between poor and rich countries, is one of the great stories of our time. A recent report shows that convergence has slowed in recent years, and that productivity in developing countries is not rising rapidly enough in key sectors. […]
The Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership initiative is a grand plan for revitalizing economic growth and enhancing international competitiveness. While Brussels and Washington work to reach a deal, large numbers of interested third countries—even major EU and U.S. trade partners—are left out. […]
The prospects for Brazil’s economy will depend on the vigor with which the next government will pursue policies that remedy the problems that have so far held it back. […]
The IMF, the World Bank, and the World Trade Organization are now in rapid and unmistakable decline, which can only be reversed by a major shift in approach by their political masters. […]
The TPP and TTIP intend to reshape world trade rules for the 21st century. However, the negotiations exclude some 160 countries, which are home to over 80 percent of the world’s population. […]
Thomas Piketty’s latest book is a masterpiece of historical and economic analysis, a book that, in ambition and originality, aspires to become an instant economic classic. […]
Japan’s economic situation is not as dire as some rumors suggest. The country’s growth slowdown is far from terminal—especially if Tokyo implements domestic reforms. […]
World trade is recovering from a long lull, but risks remain in the form of unforeseen crises, geopolitical tensions, and more. […]
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