Economic Policy
Too Big to Fail: The Transatlantic Debate
Peterson Institute
This 41-page working paper examines the debates on the problem posed by "too big to fail" financial institutions in the US and Europe
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-01-29
Banking on Basel: The Future of International Financial Regulation
Peterson Institute
A 3-page summary of a US book identifying the shortcomings of Basel II as a framework for international financial regulation
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-10-15
An Update on EU Financial Reforms
Peterson Institute
This 4-page US policy brief argues that the European Union will have to put forth significant effort to develop its own financial regulation system in the absence of strong momentum towards global standards
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-01-24
The United States in the World Economy
Peterson Institute
A speech outlining how the US can resuscitate its economy on a successful and sustainable basis
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-08-24
The Global Financial Crisis and Development Strategy for Emerging-Market Economies
Peterson Institute
A 9-page speech offering a reexamination not only of industrial countries’ financial systems but also of growth strategies in developing countries
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-07-30
An Assessment of Putin's Economic Policy
Peterson Institute
A US article assessing Russian economic policy under the Putin Presidency
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-07-25
Current Account Imbalances Coming Back
Peterson Institute
This 35-page US working paper argues that current account imbalances in the major G-20 economies are likely to widen over the next few years, despite the public commitments of G-20 leaders to reduce them
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-01-24
The Role of International Organizations in Creating a More Stable World Economy
Peterson Institute
A 7-page US speech arguing that the emergence of substantial problems in the developed countries points to a need to abandon the current system in favour of one that leads to internationally consistent policies
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-12-16
The Sustainability of China's Recovery from the Global Recession
Peterson Institute
This 8-page US policy brief assesses the sustainability of China's recovery from the global recession
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-04-08
Currency Wars?
Peterson Institute
A 12-page US policy brief on how the G-20 summit may prevent an exchange rate war
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-18
The Future of the Euro Area
Peterson Institute
A US speech on the future of the Euro
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-06-09
Global Economic Prospects: Surviving a Mild Case of Stagflation
Peterson Institute
This 13-page US paper assesses global economic prospects
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-10-01
Trade, Finance, and the Global Recession
Peterson Institute
An US paper explaining how important it is that the major economies each pursue expansionary monetary and/or fiscal policies, tailored to their individual situations, to achieve global recovery
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-03-24
Global Economic Prospects as of April 4, 2011: Continued Growth Despite the Turmoil
Peterson Institute
A 15-page US assessment of global economic prospects
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-05-22
The Future of the Chiang Mai Initiative: An Asian Monetary Fund?
Peterson Institute
This 9-page US policy brief considers whether East Asian governments and banks are serious about regional financial cooperation
Regional, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-03-01
Needed: A Global Response to the Global Economic and Financial Crisis
Peterson Institute
This US House testimony outlines the four-part policy package that the G-20 should adopt at the London summit
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-03-18
A Proven Framework to End the US Banking Crisis Including Some Temporary Nationalizations
Peterson Institute
A 12-page US House testimony proposing a framework for ending the US banking crisis
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-03-18
Japan Can – and Will - Be a Normal Economy Again
Peterson Institute
A 4-page US address on the prospects for the Japanese economy
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-04-20
World Recession and Recovery: A V or an L?
Peterson Institute
This 16-page US paper assesses global economic prospects
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-04-22
Coordinating Regional and Multilateral Financial Institutions
Peterson Institute
A 49-page US working paper examining how recent crises and the expansion of international financial arrangements have dramatically elevated the importance of cooperation between regional institutions and the International Monetary Fund (IMF)
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-03-30
The Global Financial Crisis: Lessons Learned and Challenges for Developing Countries
Peterson Institute
A US speech offering a perspective on the causes of the global financial crisis and how it differs from previous global financial crises.The speaker then proposes some key relevant lessons
Economic Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2009-06-24
Foreign Direct Investment in Times of Crisis
Peterson Institute
This 19-page US working paper compares the current foreign direct investment (FDI) recession with FDI responses to past economic crises
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-02-03
The IMF and the Global Crisis: Role and Reform
Peterson Institute
A 9-page US speech on the role that the IMF should play to mitigate the global financial and economic crisis
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-01-30
Europe on the Brink
Peterson Institute
An 11-page US policy brief analyzing Europe's efforts to stabilize its finances
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-07-27
Global Economic Prospects as of April 4, 2011: Continued Growth Despite the Turmoil
Peterson Institute
A 15-page US assessment of global economic prospects
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-04-14
The Global Economy: Outlook, Risks, and the Implications for Policy
Peterson Institute
A US House testimony that provides a forecast of the global economy and discusses the policy implications of the growing recession.
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-02-04
Policy Responses to the Global Financial Crisis
Peterson Institute
A US speech considering the political and economic factors that have shaped responses to the global financial crisis so far
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-06-09
Seven Broad Lessons for the United States from Japan’s Lost Decade
Peterson Institute
A 5-page US address drawing lessons from Japan's experience of dealing with recession
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-04-22
Will It Be Brussels, Berlin, or Financial Markets that Check Moral Hazard in Europe's Bailout Union? Most Likely the Latter!
Peterson Institute
This 15-page US policy brief contains proposals for the EU to develop a solid long-term plan for reforming the EU fiscal policy and surveillance framework
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-10
Global Imbalances and Currency Misalignments
Peterson Institute
Outline of a speech deliverd at Davos on global imbalances and currency misalignments
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-02-05
The Euro Area Crisis: Origin, Current Status, and European and US Responses
Peterson Institute
A 17-page US House testimony on the origins of the four principal aspects of the euro area crisis, the recent crises responses by European and US leaders, and the impact of the euro area crisis on US political and economic interests
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-11-03
Finding the Right Tool for Dealing with Asset Price Booms
Peterson Institute
A 26-page speech discussing how asset price booms might be addressed in the future
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-12-18
Interest Rate Shock and Sustainability of Italy's Sovereign Debt
Peterson Institute
This 10-page US policy brief examines the sensitivity of the Italian public debt outlook to a new higher interest rate environment, as well as to possible shortfalls from fiscal targets
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-21
Global Economic Prospects 2007/2008
Peterson Institute
This US paper presents global economic growth forecasts for the coming year
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2007-10-17
Confronting Asset Bubbles, Too Big to Fail, and Beggar-thy-Neighbor Exchange Rate Policies
Peterson Institute
This 8-page US policy brief argues that the global financial crisis presents an opportunity—for the first time in many years—for wholesale reform of the international financial and monetary system
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-02-24
Global Economic Prospects as of September 2009: Onward to Global Recovery
Peterson Institute
A 25-page US paper on global economic prospects
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-22
Outlook for the Euro Area
Peterson Institute
This US Congressional testimony provides an outlook for the Euro area
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-13
The World Needs Further Monetary Ease, Not an Early Exit
Peterson Institute
An 18-page US policy brief making the case for further monetary easing
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-12-18
Global Economic Prospects 2008/2009
Peterson Institute
A US paper assessing global economic prospects for the coming year
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-04-22
How Europe Can Muddle Through Its Crisis
Peterson Institute
A 6-page US policy brief arguing that Europe is most likely to get through the current crisis by producing a compromise among member states in the form of a permanent European Stability Mechanism (ESM) with an option to issue a conditional Eurobond, which would aid eurozone members suffering asymmetric economic shocks in return for taking domestic reforms to return to a sustainable fiscal path
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-12-16
A Message for Central Bankers: Do Something
Peterson Institute
This US post urges the US Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank (ECB) must engage in further monetary stimulus, which today means purchasing additional government securities in large quantities
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-11-25
Lessons from the Global Economic and Financial Crisis
Peterson Institute
A 10-page US speech analyzing the major issues in financial regulatory reform currently faced by the global community
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-11-19
The Impact of the Financial Crisis on Emerging Asia
Peterson Institute
This 47-page US working paper analyzes how the global financial crisis has impacted emerging Asia and identifies key characteristics that have made these economies more or less vulnerable to a transmission of crises from the advanced economies
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-11-11
A Blueprint for Global Leadership in the 21st Century
Peterson Institute
A US speech highlighting the necessity of providing a foundation for a viable "blueprint for global leadership in the 21st century."
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2009-11-11
G-20 Reforms of the International Monetary System: An Evaluation
Peterson Institute
A 5-page US policy brief evaluating how the international monetary system (IMS) reform agenda progressed at the recent Cannes G-20 summit
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-11-18
Sovereign Wealth Funds: The Need for Greater Transparency and Accountability
Peterson Institute
This 9-page US policy brief advocates an internationally-agreed standard to guide the international investment activities of governments
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-08-14
Arab Economies at a Tipping Point
Peterson Institute
An 11-page US paper making the case for an economic revitalization of the Arab world
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-02-28
Do Sovereign Wealth Funds Pose a Risk to the United States?
Peterson Institute
A US speech proposing steps that could make the global financial environment safe for SWFs
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-03-06
Climate Change: Competitiveness Concerns and Prospects
Peterson Institute
A 16-page House testimony on the trade-offs between CHG emissions reduction and US economic health
Climate Change & Environment, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-03-17
Global Economic Prospects 2007/2008: Slowing to Sustainable Growth
Peterson Institute
An 18-page US paper on the global economic prospects for 2007/2008
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-04-21
The Role of the International Monetary Fund and Federal Reserve in the Stabilization of Europe
Peterson Institute
This US testimony argues that the IMF's role in the Greek and European crises is consistent with its mission
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-06-16
Global Imbalabces: Time for Action
Peterson Institute
An 8-page US policy brief urging policymakers to initiate a credible, comprehensive adjustment programme to reduce the risk of a global financial crisis
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2007-03-29
The Case for Exchange Rate Flexibility in Oil-Producing Countries
Peterson Institute
A 14-page US policy brief highlighting the benefits of exchange rate flexibility by oil-producing countries
Economic Policy, EnergyPosted: 2007-11-28
The International Monetary System and Global Imbalances
Peterson Institute
A 10-page US paper considering the desirability of reforming the international monetary system
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-01-20
Renminbi Rules: The Conditional Imminence of the Reserve Currency Transition
Peterson Institute
This 33-page US working paper attempts to answer whether the Chinese renminbi will eclipse the dollar, what the timing of and the prerequisites for this transition will be, and which of the two countries controls the outcome
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-09-19
Ukraine: Moving Beyond Stalemate?
Peterson Institute
A US testimony proposing an economic reform path for Ukraine
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-25
The World Economy and the Outlook for the United States
Peterson Institute
A US House testimony on the relationship between the world economy and the economic outlook for the United States
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-12-12
Putinomics
Peterson Institute
A commentary on Russia's Economic Policies
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-12-12
Global Economic Prospects for 2010 and 2011: Global Recovery Continues
Peterson Institute
A 13-page US paper on global economic prospects for 2010 and 2011
Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-04-11
Unraveling the Euro Crisis
Peterson Institute
A US speech assessing whether the euro will unravel
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-02-21
Deepening China-Taiwan Relations through the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement
Peterson Institute
A 3-page US policy brief assessing the likely consequences of the Economic Cooperation Framework Agreement (ECFA) being negotiated between China and Taiwan
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-06-27
European Debt and Financial Crisis: Origins, Options
Peterson Institute
A US Congressional testimony analyzing the roots of the current European debt and financial crisis and proposals for resolution of the crisis
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-10-05
The United States–China Economic Relationship and the Strategic and Economic Dialogue
Peterson Institute
A US House testimony on how the initial Strategic and Economic Dialogue (S&ED), building on other United States–China contacts and its own predecessor forums, has made an important contribution toward progress on two international economic issues: the current economic crisis and global warming
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-10
The Future of North Korea is South Korea
Peterson Institute
A 26-page US article on the history and future of North Korea
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-11-12
A Blueprint for Sovereign Wealth Fund Best Practices
Peterson Institute
This 21-page US policy brief offers a blueprint for improving the transparency, predictability and accountability of sovereign wealth funds
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-04-22
The Outlook for the Euro Crisis and Implications for the United States
Peterson Institute
This US Congressional testimony looks at the implications of the Euro crisis for the United States
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-02-13
China’s Challenge to the International Monetary System: Incremental Steps and Long-Term Prospects for Internationalization of the Renminbi
Pacific CSIS
A US paper considering the prospects for the internationalization of the Renminbi
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-07-03
From Recession to Slump: Crisis or Opportunity?
ORG
A 4-page UK briefing offering an assessment of the economic downturn and its impact on poorer communities
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-03-30
Report on G20 Tade and Investment Measures
OECD et al.
A 60-page joint report on global trade and investment measures
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-21
Seizing the Benefits of Trade for Employment and Growth
OECD
This 47-page report argues that more open trade for goods and services can provide a stimulus for the world economy, at a time when many of the temporary stimulus measures taken by many governments during the crisis are being unwound
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-16
OECD Employment Outlook 2010
OECD
A 6-page summary of this report, which acknowledges that reducing unemployment and budgetary deficits at the same time is a sizeable challenge but argues that it must be met head on
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-07-13
OECD Interim Economic Outlook, March 2009
OECD
This 150-page report analyses recent developments and focuses on policy actions required to foster a sustained economic recovery
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-04-01
What is the Economic Outlook for OECD Countries? An Interim Assessment
OECD
A 24-page interim assessment of the economic outlook for OECD countries
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-08
Higher Education and Regions: Globally Competitive, Locally Engaged
OECD
The 8-page executive summary of a report highlighting the benefits of regional engagement by universities
Education, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-10-24
The High Cost of Low Educational Performance: The Long-Run Economic Impact of Improving PISA Outcomes
OECD
A 55-page international study showing that even modest and achievable gains in student learning yield large increases in gross domestic product (GDP) over the long run
Education, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-01-29
OECD Environmental Outlook to 2030
OECD
The 14-page executive summary of a report analyzing environmental trends to 2030
Climate Change & Environment, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-04-24
Effective State-business Relations, Industrial Policy and Economic Growth
ODI
This 32-page collection of essays discusses the nature of state-business relations (SBRs) and the links between SBRs and economic performance in developing economies
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-22
The Global Financial Crisis and Developing Countries
ODI
This 77-page UK synthesis of the effects of the global financial crisis on developing countries updates the description of the economic and social situation during the course of the crisis in 11 countries
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-24
Which Common Policy for Agriculture and Rural Areas beyond 2013?
Notre Europe, SIEPS
The 96-page report of a conference held to review the need for a reform of the CAP
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-01-19
Medium Term Economic Forecast (Fiscal 2004-2014) - A Look at Japan's Post-Deflation Economy
NLI Research
A 17-page economic forecast for Japan in the medium term
Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-02-03
Manchurian Paradox
Nixon Center
A US article highlighting the importance of China correcting the imbalances in its economy
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-05-17
The End of Rivalry?
Nixon Center
The report of a US panel discussion held to investigate the effects of the financial crisis and responses to its fallout in several of the world’s key regions
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-11-24
Public Private Partnerships No 'Magic Pudding'
New Matilda
An Australian commentary arguing against the use of PPPs by governments
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-12-05
Foreign Investment and Sovereign Wealth Funds
New America Foundation
A 9-page US working paper addressing the threats and opportunities presented by sovereign wealth funds
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-10-18
21 Hours
NEF
This 40-page UK report argues that a range of social, environmental and economic pressures could see people adopting a much shorter working week
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-02-22
How Did We Get Here? The Economic Crisis Explained
NEF
A short UK guide to how the global financial crisis broke, and some ideas on how to get out of it
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2012-02-02
Paradigm Reclaimed
NEF
A UK article proposing the adoption of a financial system based on new economic principles
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-11-04
Other Worlds are Possible: Human Progress in an Age of Climate Change
NEF
This 68-page report calls for new economic approaches to international development which are more in tune with the needs of people and the planet
Climate Change & Environment, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-12-15
How Tax Relief Can Stimulate Economic Growth
NCPA
A 2-page US brief arguing for the use of tax relief to stimulate economic growth
Taxation, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-02-11
Economic Freedom and the Trade-Off between Equality and Growth
NCPA
A 17-page US paper on the consequences of governmental paolicies that aggressively redistribute income
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-04-01
Measuring the Unfunded Obligations of European Countries
NCPA
This 28-page US policy report projects the future unfunded liabilites of European countries
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-02-09
Economic Growth Without Inflation
NCPA
A 2-page US brief analysis explaining how faster real growth can reduce inflation and how an economy can grow without restricting the money supply
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-03-09
Will the $800 Billion-plus Stimulus Plan Bring Economic Recovery?
NCPA
A 2-page US brief aiming to identify the root causes of the current financial crisis
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-02-11
Measuring the Unfunded Obligations of European Countries
NCPA
A 28-page US paper examining the extent of unfunded obligations in European countries
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-01-28
The High Cost of Cash for Clunkers
NCPA
A 2-page US analysis of the Car Allowance Rebate System brought in to stimulate car sales in the US
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-08
The Impact of a Sustained Gender Wage Gap on the Australian Economy
NATSEM
This 42-page paper seeks to identify the key determinants of the gender wage gap in Australia and the impact of the wage gap on the Australian economy
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-23
Moving Beyond Traditional Cash Measures of Economic Well-being: including indirect benefits and indirect taxes
NATSEM
A 42-page discussion paper studying economic well-being in the UK and Australia, taking into account indirect benefits and taxes
Social Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-11-14
Cost of Financial Instability, Household Sector Balance Sheets and Consumption
National Institute of Economic and Social Research and Brunel University
A 26-page paper analyzing the effect of a banking or currency crisis on consumption
Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-07-20
The Promises and Perils of European Union Membership
National Center for Policy Analysis
A 2-page brief analysis arguing that European accession states enjoy higher growth rates than West European countries because they have opted for economic liberalization rather than subsidies
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2004-10-22
Ten Consequences of Economic Freedom
National Center for Policy Analysis
A report using "Economic Freedom of the World" data to evaluate the benefits of economic freedom
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2004-08-20