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Posted November 01, 2018
A prominent Chinese economist warns Trump’s trade war may prompt Beijing to dramatically “rebalance” China’s export-heavy economy, a move that could have serious consequences globally. Continue Reading
Posted August 17, 2018
A strong U.S. dollar is bad news for economies with large trade deficits, budget problems, or enormous foreign borrowings, warns a veteran investor who says a global slowdown can’t be ruled out. Continue Reading
Posted August 10, 2018
Political turmoil in Turkey over the country’s monetary policy and an escalating dispute with Washington spilled into global financial markets today, driving the country’s currency to a record low. Continue Reading
Posted August 07, 2018
Following up on a vow last week to impose another $60 billion in retaliatory tariffs, Beijing says it’s prepared for a “protracted war” and doesn’t fear sacrificing short-term economic interests. Continue Reading
Posted April 09, 2018
Under Economic Issues, International Trade Issues, Other Government Departments-Agencies
Although President Trump brags repeatedly about having turbocharged the stock market, a deeper look at equities, bonds and the U.S. dollar reveals anything but trust in his economic stewardship. Continue Reading
Posted March 05, 2018
Rather than getting dragged into a futile trade war, an economic analyst suggests that creditor nations should instead sell their holdings of U.S. government securities and invest in other countries. Continue Reading
