Economic Policy
The G20 Meetings: No Common Framework, No Consensus
CEIP
This 12-page US policy brief argues that until the major powers reach consensus about the roots of the imbalance and coordinate policy to promote recovery, the world economy is likely to get worse before it gets better
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-05-20
Snapshot of the Economic Crisis
CEIP
This 3-page US article looks at the effect of the global recession on Middle Eastern economies
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-07-08
Recovery: The Global Financial Crisis and Middle-Income Countries
CEIP
A 40-page US report advocating the introduction of fundamental labour markets reforms to create high-paying jobs as the key to restarting economic growth in middle-income countries
Economic Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2009-07-16
The Challenge of Economic Reform in the Arab World: Toward More Productive Economies
CEIP
This 20-page US paper examines the major factors responsible for hindering meaningful economic reform in the Arab world
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-05-24
The G20 Meetings: No Common Framework, No Consensus
CEIP
This 12-page US policy brief argues that until the major powers can agree on why the crisis started they will not be able to effectively coordinate policies to promote recovery, and the world economy will likely get worse before it gets better
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-06-13
India's Trade Policy Choices: Managing Diverse Challenges
CEIP
This 114-page US report deals with the challenges to India's economy and society presented by globalization
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-30
China's Economic Fluctuations and Their Implications for its Rural Economy
CEIP
A 110-page updated US report on the size and nature of China's economy
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-30
Post-Crisis China and the Changing Global Economic Order
CEIP
The summary of a debate on China’s role in the changing economic order and the implications of the growing global economic imbalance
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-09-29
Four Economic Issues That Environmentalists Should Care About
Center for Economic and Policy Research
An 8-page briefing paper examining four economic issues with significant environmental implications
Climate Change & Environment, Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-09-22
Latin America: The End of an Era
Center for Economic and Policy Research
An article examining Latin America's political shift in recent years, its changing relations with the US and how the changes may affect economic policy
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-07-23
Bolivia's Challenges
Center for Economic and Social Research
A 24-page US report examining the prospects for Bolivia's economic and social reform
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2006-03-16
Chronicle of a Bust Foretold
Center for International Private Enterprise
This 5-page article describes the prerequisites for sustained growth in Latin America
Economic Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-08-01
Elected Governments, Undemocratic Policies and Unrealized Economic Opportunities
Center for International Private Enterprise
A 7-page commentary on the tendency of some democratizing countries to abandon democratic reform
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-10-29
Russia Small- and Medium-Sized Advocacy Programs
Center for International Private Enterprise
An 8-page briefing paper on how the interim results of Regional Business Agendas (local business-led initiatives) show improving conditions for business people in Russia and the creation of a foundation for sustained economic growth
Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-03-09
The Brasilia Consensus: A New Model of Development
Center for International Private Enterprise
A 6-page commentary on the progress of Brazil's new development model containing the macroeconomic elements of the Washington Consensus with enhanced spending on social services
Economic Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2004-09-28
Russia: Political and Institutional Determinants of Economic Reforms
Center for Social and Economic Research
A 91-page Polish/Russian study analysing the course, determinants and political economy of economic reforms in Russia during the period 1985-2003
Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-04-19
Monetary Policy Transparency in Inflation Targeting Countries: The Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland
Center for Social and Economic Research
A 32-page working paper evaluating monetary policy transparency in the Czech Republic, Hungary and Poland
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-07-15
Differences in Productivity and Its Determinants Among Firms From the Czech Republic, Hungary, Poland and Germany: The Case of the Cosmetics Industry
Center for Social and Economic Research
This 52-page working paper aims to illustrate the differences in productivity levels and their underlying factors between firms from three new member states of the E.U. and Germany, using the cosmetics industry as a case study
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-11-27
Post-Adaptation Growth Recovery in Poland and Russia: Similarities and Differences
Center for Social and Economic Research
A 63-page working paper analyzing the sources, economic and social characteristics of growth recovery in two transition states, Poland and Russia
Economic Policy, Social PolicyPosted: 2004-07-15
Lisbon Strategy at Midterm: Expectations and Reality
Center for Social and Economic Research
A 91-page paper providing a critical progress report on the EU's Lisbon agenda for economic growth
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-04-06
Global Fiscal Adjustment and Trade Rebalancing
Centre for Applied Macroeconomic Analysis
This 42-page Austalian study finds that the emergence of substantial fiscal deficits and a large build-up of government debt in major advanced economies will inevitably lead to a period of fiscal consolidation in coming years
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2012-03-12
What Can European Leaders Learn from Koizumi?
Centre for European Policy Studies
A policy brief arguing that the European Union should emulate Japan's focus on structural reform to boost economic performance
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-04-05
Why is There a Productivity Problem in the E.U?
Centre for European Policy Studies
A 51-page working paper investigating the causes of the E.U's productivity slowdown and comparing its conclusions with the European Growth Initiative
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-07-16
Economic Aspects of Turkey's Quest for EU Membership
Centre for European Policy Studies
This 10-page policy brief explores the economic dimension of Turkey's Accession to the EU
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-04-28
The Pacific Is Viable!
Centre for Independent Studies
This 12-page issue analysis argues for radical changes in economic policy and governance to enable Pacific economies to grow
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-12-10
Economic Crisis and Global Supply Chains
CEPII
This 38-page French working paper examines the sharp fall in world trade associated with the economic crisis during the last quarter of 2008 and the first quarter of 2009
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-08
Does Exchange Rate Regime Explain Differences in Economic Results for Asian Countries?
CEPII
A 58-page working paper studying whether exchange rate regimes have had an impact on inflation and growth for 10 major Asian countries
Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-07-19
Foreign Direct Investment in China: Reward or Remedy?
CEPII
A 34-page French working paper analyzing the determinants of FDI in China
Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-09-07
Costs and Benefits of Euro Membership: A Counterfactual Analysis
CEPII
This 50-page French paper calculates the costs or gains of EMU membership
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-12-12
Do Terms of Trade Drive Real Exchange Rates? Comparing Oil and Commodity Currencies
CEPII
This 74-page French paper investigates whether terms of trade have an impact on real exchange rates for commodity exporters and oil exporters
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-01-26
Asian Catch Up, World Growth and International Capital Flows in the XXIst Century
CEPII
This 63-page French working paper attempts to define the "normal pattern" in XXIst Century global capitalism
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-02-14
World Economic Overview
CEPII
This 97-page French World Economic Overview highlights the main changes in the world economy in the long run and how nations took part in it. The first part of the overview is dedicated to changes in the world ranking of economic and population weights as well as in the one of nations development levels. The second part describes trade flows
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-03-07
Reform of the International Monetary System: Some Concrete Steps
CEPII
A 4-page French brief offering some concrete steps for improving the international monetary system pending a major reform
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-03-28
Pay for Play? Tax Credits for Paid Time Off
CEPR
A 3-page US essay outlining a method for boosting demand in the economy, with secondary benefits
Economic Policy, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2009-03-30
Ten Years After: The Lasting Impact of the Asian Financial Crisis
CEPR
This 8-page US paper examines the key long-term impacts of the East Asian Financial Crisis
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-08-07
Empowering the IMF: Should Reform be a Requirement for Increasing the Fund's Resources?
CEPR
A 23-page US paper that argues that the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is still prescribing inappropriate policies that could unnecessarily worsen economic downturns in a number of countries
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-04-20
The Need for an Economic Stimulus Package
CEPR
A 7-page policy proposal outlining the need for, and the nature of, a substantial economic stimulus package to lessen the effects of a weakening US economy
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-16
Decreasing Inequality Under Latin America’s ‘Social Democratic’ and ‘Populist’ Governments: Is the Difference Real?
CEPR
This 19-page US study argues that there is no statistical basis to claim that “social democratic” governments in Latin America have been more effective at reducing inequality than “left-populist” ones
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-03
More Pain, No Gain for Greece: Is the Euro Worth the Costs of Pro‐Cyclical Fiscal Policy and Internal Devaluation?
CEPR
This 24-page US paper looks at Greece’s recent experience with “internal devaluation” and finds that there is a high risk of continued prolonged recession
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-23
IMF-Supported Macroeconomic Policies and the World Recession: A Look at Forty-One Borrowing Countries
CEPR
This 97-page US discussion paper outlining how 31 of 41 countries with current IMF agreements have been subjected to pro-cyclical macroeconomic policies that, during the current global recession, would be expected to have exacerbated economic slowdowns
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-10-13
The Budget Deficit Scare Story and the Great Recession
CEPR
A 17-page US paper on the demerits of budget deficit reduction
Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-02-25
The Deficit-Reducing Potential of a Financial Speculation Tax
CEPR
A 6-page US issue brief proposing the imposition of a financial speculation tax as a contribution to solving the long-term deficit problem
Taxation, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-01-24
Ecuador’s Economy Since 2007
CEPR
This 25-page US paper describes how Ecuador has experienced strong progress in key economic, social and health indicators since 2007, with a dramatic rebound from the global recession since 2009
Economic Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2012-05-03
Trade and Inequality: The Role of Economists
CEPR
A 10-page US conference paper on the responsibility of economists in shaping the debate over trade issues
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-10
The Sustainability of Sterilization Policy
CEPR
A 15-page US paper studying the sustainability of exchange rate targeting and sterilization
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-10-10
The Chávez Administration at 10 Years: The Economy and Social Indicators
CEPR
This 24-page US paper looks at some of the most important economic and social indicators during the 10 years of the Chávez administration in Venezuela, as well as the current economic expansion. It also looks at the current situation and challenges.
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-02-06
Argentina's Economic Recovery: Policy Choices and Implications
CEPR
An 18-page US paper analyzing the policies behind Argentina's economic recovery
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-10-25
Capital Controls and Monetary Policy in Developing Countries
CEPR
This US paper looks at both the theoretical and empirical literature on capital controls and finds that capital controls can play an important role in developing countries by helping to insulate them from some of the harmful effects of volatile and short-term capital flows
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-05-03
A Concise History of Exchange Rate Regimes In Latin America
CEPR
This US paper analyzes the exchange rate experience of the major Latin American countries including Argentina, Brazil, Mexico, Colombia, Chile, Peru and others in the post-World-War period, up to the crisis caused by the collapse of the U.S. housing bubble
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-04-30
Alternatives to Fiscal Austerity in Spain
CEPR
This 21-page US report shows that Spain, under pressure to cut spending and raise taxes while its economy is barely recovering, might be better off with a continued stimulus
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-07-25
Inflation Experiences in Latin America, 2007-2008
CEPR
This 14-page US paper examines the recent inflation experiences of ten Latin American countries. It concludes that macroeconomic policy that does not take into account the temporary nature of these price shocks may result in an unnecessary slowing of growth, with reduced output and employment
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-02-12
The Scorecard on Development 1960-2010: Closing the Gap?
CEPR
This 42-page US study documenting economic growth, health, and education indicators of the countries of the world shows a rebound in economic growth following more than two decades of economic failure for the vast majority of low- and middle-income countries
Economic Policy, HealthPosted: 2011-04-14
The IMF's Stand-by Arrangements and the Economic Downturn in Eastern Europe: The Cases of Hungary, Latvia, and Ukraine
CEPR
This 32-page US report examines IMF agreements with three countries, Hungary, Latvia, and Ukraine, and finds that in all three countries there were mistakes in economic policy that increased their vulnerability to the external shocks
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-09-10
Collapse in Eastern Europe? The Rationale for the Creation of a European Financial Stability Fund
CEPS
This 5-page commentary looks at the threat posed to EU banks by their exposure to capital flights and currency attacks in Eastern Europe, recommending the creation of a large scale, temporary European Financial Stability Fund to deal with the crisis.
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-03-05
Concrete Steps towards More Integrated Financial Oversight
CEPS
This 44-page report is based on discussions in the CEPS Task Force on Concrete Steps towards More Integrated Financial Oversight in the EU and was complemented by substantial internal research.
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-12-09
Mind the Basel Gap
CEPS
This 2-page commentary calls for fundamental reform of the capital adequacy system
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-07-16
Fiscal Stabilisation Plans and the Outlook for the World Economy
CEPS
This 53-page paper evaluates the adequacy of the measures implemented in the euro area and the US in response to the financial crisis and finds that while these measures will prove useful in limiting the scale and duration of the downturn, they will not be sufficient by themselves to prevent a lengthy recession followed by a tepid recovery
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-08-29
Keep it simple: Policy Responses to the Financial Crisis
CEPS
This 96-page study proposes new rules of the game – imposed through the Group of 20 and the IMF – for the macroeconomic and exchange rate policies of the main players, including the United States
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-04-07
Cherished Myths Have Fallen Victim to Economic Reality
CEPS
This 2-page commentary studies the lessons too be learned from the economic crisis
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-08-04
What’s Next After the London G-20?
CEPS
A 2-page commentary asking whether the world’s leaders will be able to deliver on global financial governance, given the hugely ambitious agenda they have set for themselves and in light of the fact that they remain a limited group of nations.
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-04-13
Global Imbalances and the Accumulation of Risk
CEPS
This 4-page policy brief examines the causes of the current global financial crisis
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-06-14
At What Cost Price Stability?
CEPS
This 22-page paper considers the cost of re-establishing price stability in foregone output and higher unemployment
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-09-06
A Call for a European Financial Stability Fund
CEPS
This 3-page commentary calls for the creation of a massive European Financial Stability Fund to cope with the financial and economic crises
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-01
The Banking Crisis: Causes, Consequences and Remedies
CEPS
A 12-page policy brief arguing for a return to the narrow banking model
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-11-28
Only a More Active ECB Can Solve the Euro Crisis
CEPS
This 8-page policy paper asserts that the contagion currently afflicting sovereign bond markets in the eurozone can only be stopped if there is a central bank willing to be lender of last resort, i.e. willing to guarantee that the cash will always be available to pay out the bondholders
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-08-09
Debt Reduction Without Default?
CEPS
This 12-page policy brief proposes a two-step, market-based approach to debt reduction for the countries with an EFSF programme (probably Greece, Ireland and Portugal)
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-02-03
Can the Eurozone Countries Still Live Together Happily Ever After?
CEPS
This 9-page policy brief argues that the solution to Europe’s sovereign debt problems cannot be entrusted to the two stability funds, not even in tandem with the International Monetary Fund
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-03-23
What Kind of Governance for the Eurozone?
CEPS
This 8-page policy brief argues that the role of governments in managing the Eurozone has been over-emphasised and that conversely the role of the monetary authorities, in particular the European Central Bank, has been under-emphasised.
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-29
Bank State Aid in the Financial Crisis: Fragmentation or level playing field?
CEPS
This 90-page report analyses, from different perspectives, the huge amounts of aid that were given to the financial sector in the EU in response to the financial crisis
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-11-01
China's Assistance Could Do More Harm Than Good in the Eurozone
CEPS
A commentary arguing that a large inflow of funds from China and other 'investors' could in fact do more harm to the Eurozone than good. In the author's view, the incoming capital would strengthen the euro and thus make a recovery in the periphery even more difficult
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-11
The European Council Summit and the Political Economics of the EMU Crisis
CEPS
This 4-page policy brief finds that the weakness of the current EMU governance is that it neither provides sufficient incentives for curtailing excessive lending and indebtedness, nor secures the level of political integration necessary to attain a sufficient degree of accountability in fiscal affairs
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-19
Decoupling: Can Europe Avoid a Recession?
CEPS
A 3-page commentary exploring whether Europe will follow the US into a likely recession
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-31
The Case for ‘More Single Market’
CEPS
This 10-page policy brief urges the EU to get its act together and give immediate priority to deepening and widening the Single Market
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-02-18
Can Greece ‘Grow Solvent’?
CEPS
This 3-page commentary explores whether Greece can now ’grow solvent’
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-09-19
Lisbon II, Two Years On: An Assessment of the Partnership for Growth and Jobs
CEPS
This 58-page report assesses the progress of the Partnership for Growth and Jobs during the 2006-07 cycle
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-07-11
Europe for Growth: For a Radical Change in Financing the EU
CEPS
This 86-page report finds that fully funding the European Union with own resources is the only way to put an end to the fair return approach and to make the necessary changes to EU spending that would provide it with the financial means equal to its needs and allow it to face the challenges of the future
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-04-11
Stepping up Growth Policies
CEPS
A 4-page brief calling upon the European Council to consider launching a new growth initiative, centered on mobilising vast resources at EU level for investment in worthy projects of common interest Europe-wide
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-05-21
An Evaluation of the French Proposal for a Restructuring of Greek Debt
CEPS
A 9-page policy brief examining the merits of a new proposal from France aimed at resolving the Greek debt crisis
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-07-20
The Greek Fiscal Adjustment Programme: An Evaluation
CEPS
This 3-page commentary argues that the growth hoped for on the part of the Greek government for recovery will not be achieved. The necessary fiscal adjustment to bring Greek pubic finances into a viable situation is due to be more difficult than initially announced
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-04-26
Stepping up Growth Policies
CEPS
A 4-page policy brief calling upon the European Council to consider launching a new growth initiative, centered on mobilising vast resources at EU level for investment in worthy projects of common interest Europe-wide
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-03-13
Overcoming Too-big-to-fail: A Regulatory Framework to Limit Moral Hazard and Free Riding in the Financial Sector
CEPS
This 98-page task force report proposing solutions for achieving a more stable and resilient financial system without renouncing the benefits of multi-purpose financial institutions and innovative finance
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-04-11
Greece and the IMF
CEPS
A 2-page commentary on the ability of the IMF to support Greece
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-04-11
Greece’s Soft Budgets in Hard Times
CEPS
A 3-page commentary on Greece's core problems
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-15
The Treaty on Stability, Coordination and Governance in the Economic and Monetary Union (aka Fiscal Compact)
CEPS
A 2-page commentary on the Fiscal Compact signed on 2 March 2012 by all member states of the EU (except the UK and the Czech Republic)
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-03-15
Lessons from the Asian Monetary Fund for the European Monetary Fund
CEPS
This 4-page policy brief draws lessons from the Asian experience for the recent debate in Europe over the feasibility and desirability of creating a European stability fund
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-04-18
A Greek Endgame?
CEPSA
This 2-page commentary argues that the Greek debt crisis has exposed a structural problem of the eurozone as a whole created by the fact that the monetary union is not embedded in a political union
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-11
The New Commission's Economic Philosophy
CER
An 8-page policy brief on the economic philosophy of the new EU Commission
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-02-25
How Strong is Russia's Economic Foundation?
CER
This 7-page policy brief examines the strength of the Russian economy
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-03
New Europe and the Economic Crisis
CER
This 9-page briefing note considers the situation of the EU's new member states in dealing with the economic crisis
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-02-12
The Lisbon Scorecard X: The Road to 2020
CER
A 59-page study arguing that the European Union has to provide new impetus to its reforms
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-26
How to Save the Euro
CER
A 16-page UK essay outlines what needs to be done to ensure the long-term survival of the Euro and how this could come about
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-20
The Economic Effects of Direct Democracy: A First Global Assessment
CESifo
This 43-page working paper assesses the economic effects of direct democratic institutions
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-21
The 2008 Financial Crisis and Taxation Policy
CESifo
This 46-page working paper discusses the interactions between tax policy and the financial crisis. In particular, it reviews the existing evidence on the links between taxes and many characteristics of the crisis. Finally, it examines some possible future tax options to prevent such crises
Economic Policy, TaxationPosted: 2010-02-26
Exchange Rate Volatility and Growth in Emerging Europe and East Asia
CESifo
This 38-page working paper investigates the impact of exchange rate volatility on growth in Emerging Europe and East Asia
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-08-11
Financial Stability and Monetary Policy? A Framework
CESifo
A 28-page paper presenting a stylised framework to analyze conditions under which monetary policy contributes to amplified improvements in the housing market
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-06-02
Greasing the Wheels of Entrepreneurship? Impact of Regulations and Corruption on Firm Entry
CESifo
This 35-page paper investigates whether the impact of regulations on entrepreneurship depends on corruption
Corruption, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-08-02
Recent Regional Agreements
CESifo
This 34-page working paper examines the recent growth in regional trade agreements
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-10-27
Financial Contagion and the European Debt Crisis
CESifo
This 34-page working paper investigates whether contagious effects are identifiable during the Euro Crisis, or if the countries’ problems are instead due to fundamental problems in the affected economies
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-09
Outsourcing, Unemployment and Welfare Policy
CESifo
This 32-page working paper investigates the consequences of outsourcing labor intensive activities to low wage economies
Economic Policy, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2008-12-08
Regional Inequality and Decentralization: An Empirical Analys
CESifo
A 39-page working paper analyzing the impact of political and fiscal decentralization on regional inequalities using a unique data set which covers 56 countries at different stages of economic development
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-09-16