Economic Policy
Transparency of Monetary Policy: Theory and Practice
CESifo
This working paper aims to bridge the gap between the theory and practice of monetary policy transparency
Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-01-25
Sustainable Social Spending
CESifo
A 42-page working paper discussing a number of threats to the sustainability of social spending
Social Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-01-25
Precommitted Government Spending and Partisan Politics
CESifo
This 37-page working paper analyzes government commitments to ongoing spending programs that require future outlays
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-06-10
A Fragile Eurozone in Search of a Better Governance
CESifo
This working paper argues that the governance of the Eurozone makes the monetary union fragile and vulnerable to changing market sentiments
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-06-09
Monetary Policy, Vagabonding Liquidity and Bursting Bubbles in New and Emerging Markets
CESifo
This 32-page working paper examines global asset market booms in recent decades
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2007-10-30
Automatic Stabilizers and Economic Crisis: US vs. Europe
CESifo
This 39-page working paper analyzes the effectiveness of the tax and transfer systems in the European Union and the US to act as an automatic stabilizer in the current economic crisis
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-01-22
Workfare, Monitoring and Efficiency Wages
CESifo
A 29-page working paper studying the impact of a stronger work requirement for welfare recipients in a workfare programme
Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-08-18
Economic, Political and Institutional Determinants of Budget Deficits in the European Union
CESifo
This 45-page working paper investigates the economic, political, and institutional determinants of government deficits in the EU
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-06-04
The Greek Crisis: Causes and Consequences
CESifo
This 15-page working paper takes stock of the factors that led to the explosion of Greek public debt, the loss of competitiveness, and the failure of the first EU-IMF programme
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-12-15
Nominal Exchange Rate Flexibility and Real Exchange Rate Adjustment: Evidence from Dual Exchange Rates in Developing Countries
CESifo
This 35-page working paper investigates whether exchange rate flexibility aids real exchange rate adjustment
Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-09-19
The Employment Effects of Labor and Product Markets Deregulation and their Implications for Structural Reform
CESifo
A German working paper studying the effects of labour and product markets deregulation on employment growth
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-06-20
How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Crisis
CESifo
This 18-page working paper investigates the effects of economic crises on the subsequent economic performance, economic reform, democratization and institutional change
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2012-03-07
The Quantity Theory of Money and Friedmanian Monetary Policy: An Empirical Investigation
CESifo
A 26-page working paper proposing an approach for the empirical study of the quantity theory of money (QTM) that is novel both with respect to the specific steps taken as well as the general methodology employed
Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-04-23
How Much Do Educational Outcomes Matter in OECD Countries?
CESifo
A 56-page working paper reporting that school improvements falling within currently observed performance levels yield very large gains in growth performance
Education, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-17
How Do Electoral Systems Affect Fiscal Policy?
CESifo
This 50-page working paper analyzes how the adoption of proportional representation affects fiscal policy. It shows that proportional systems shift spending toward broad goods (e.g. education and welfare benefits) but decrease spending on targetable goods
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-19
The Determinants of Economic Growth in European Regions
CESifo
A 42-page working paper evaluating the robustness of determinants of economic growth in a new dataset of 255 European regions in the 1995-2005 period
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2009-02-21
The Effects of Monetary Policy on Unemployment Dynamics under Model Uncertainty: Evidence from the US and the Euro Area
CESifo
This 44-page paper explores the role that the imperfect knowledge of the structure of the economy plays in the uncertainty surrounding the effects of rule-based monetary policy on unemployment dynamics in the Euro area and the US
Economic Policy, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2009-05-12
Central Bank Intervention, Communication and Interest Rate Policy in Emerging European Economies
CESifo
A 35-page paper analyzing the effectiveness of foreign exchange intervention in six East European countries
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-02-16
Monetary Policy and Swedish Unemployment Fluctuations
CESifo, IZA
This 30-page discussion paper studies the impact of monetary policy shocks on unemployment fluctuations in Sweden
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-09-05
Understanding Policy in a Floating Rate Regime
CFEPS
A 31-page working paper examining policy appropriate for an open economy operating with a floating exchange rate
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-03-30
A Greek Technocrat's Tall Task
CFR
This US analysis brief considers the task facing Greece's new government
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-14
Resolving the Eurozone Crisis
CFR
A brief offering a US perspective on the latest "comprehensive" plan to tackle the escalating eurozone sovereign debt crisis
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-10-31
Global FDI Policy: Correcting a Protectionist Drift
CFR
A 56-page US monograph tracking the rise of investment protectionism
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-07-25
Italian Debt Cloud Hangs Over Europe
CFR
A US policy brief expressing the concern existing in the markets over Italy's ability to pass needed austerity measures and fend off eurozone sovereign debt contagion
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-14
Sovereign Wealth and Sovereign Power
CFR
This 64-page report studies the strategic consequences of American indebtedness
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-10-15
Lessons of the Financial Crisis
CFR
This 52-page US report offers an incisive overview of the global financial crisis and a comprehensive guide for reform
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-03-30
Aftershocks of the Ireland Bailout
CFR
A US analysis brief warning of fallout from the Ireland bailout for Eurozone countries, the heavily indebted United States, and the global economic recovery
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-12-01
The Future of the Euro
CFR
A US article considering the Euro's future
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-08-22
The Economic Logic of Illegal Immigration
CFR
A 62-page US report appproaching the subject of immigration through the lens of economics
Immigration & Refugees, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-04-20
The Great Crash, 2008: A Geopolitical Setback for the West
CFR
This 7-page US essay argues that the financial crisis has called into serious question the credibility of western governments and may precipitate an eastward shift of power.
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-01-07
Euro Rescue Raises Hopes and Questions
CFR
A US analysis brief on the soverwign debt crisis within the Eurozone
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-05-15
The Russian Economic Crisis
CFR
This 44-page US report argues that Russia's economic crisis presents an opportunity to deepen American and European economic ties with Russia and integrate the country more firmly in the international system, something that could, over time, bring Russian and Western interests closer together
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-04-19
Reflections on Economic Policy in Time of Crisis
CFR
Transcript of a US speech on the US Administration's response to the global economic crisis
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-06-14
Quarterly Update: The Recession in Historical Context
CFR
A US comparison of the current rcession in the US with earlier ones
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-06-21
Credit at Times of Stress: Latin American Lessons from the Global Financial Crisis
CGD
A 50-page US paper that identifies the factors that contributed to real credit growth in Latin America during the global financial crisis
Regional, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-03-07
How Will Latin America Fare after the Current Crisis?
CGD
This 6-page speech analyzes the effect of the global financial crisis on Latin America
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-07-29
Iraq’s Last Window: Diffusing the Risks of a Petro-State
CGD
A 26-page US working paper outlining the benefits of an oil dividend policy for Iraq
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-09-19
Economics and Emigration: Trillion-dollar Bills on the Sidewalk?
CGD
This 32-page US working paper sketches a four-point research agenda on the effects of emigration
Immigration & Refugees, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-08-23
Fair Growth
CGD
This 230-page volume presents economic policy tools for improving the life of Latin America's majority
Poverty & Hunger, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-23
Economics and Emigration: Trillion-Dollar Bills on the Sidewalk?
CGD
This US paper investigates why economists studying the effects of migration focus on the effects of immigration on nonmigrants in destination countries. It sketches a four-point research agenda on the effects of emigration and argues that barriers to emigration deserve a research priority that is commensurate with their likely colossal economic effects
Immigration & Refugees, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-09-08
Reflections on the Macro Foundations of the Middle Class in the Developing World
CGD
This 22-page US working paper reviews how macroeconomic policies shape incentives for inclusive growth
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-10-30
The International Financial Crisis: Eight Lessons for and from Latin America
CGDev
This 27-page US working paper presents lessons derived from the international financial crisis, not only for the Latin American region itself, but also for other developing countries that might seek economic growth in the context of greater integration to the international capital markets
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-02-22
Global Financial Safety Nets
Chatham House
This 12-page UK briefing paper argues that policymakers must act to avoid fears that existing mechanisms are inadequately resourced and too inflexible to deal with another systemic crisis
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-11
A Global Redesign? Shaping the Circular Economy
Chatham House
This 20-page UK briefing paper outlines the merits of a "circular economy"
Economic Policy, Climate Change & EnvironmentPosted: 2012-03-13
Shifting Capital: The Rise of Financial Centres in Greater China
Chatham House
This 65-page UK report focuses on the steps that China is taking to reform its financial services sector through the incremental development of financial centres in the Greater China region
Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-05-21
Post-Revolutionary Georgia on the Edge?
Chatham House
A 16-page UK briefing paper arguing that there is reason to question the sustainability of Georgia's economic model and the stability of the post-war political situation
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-03-23
China in the Next Five Years: Comprehensive and Sustained Development at Home and Win-Win Cooperation with the World
Chatham House
The 7-page transcript of a UK address by the Chinese ambassador talking about the importance of the 12th Five-Year Plan, the steps China will take in the next five years and the potential impact on China and the rest of the world
Economic Policy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2011-03-23
Guarded Optimism: Latin American Economies
Chatham House
A UK examination of the prospects for Latin-American economies
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-05-28
'Bread, Dignity and Social Justice': The Political Economy of Egypt's Transition
Chatham House
A 20-page UK briefing paper examining the Political Economy of Egypt’s Transition
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-05-21
'One Currency, Two Systems’: China’s Renminbi Strategy
Chatham House
This 12-page UK briefing paper examines China's currency strategy
Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-02
Synchronised Dive into Recession: Focus on Damage Limitation
Chatham House
This 8-page UK briefing paper explores the current crisis in the global economy and its repercussions
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-10-21
Stress-Testing the Regulators: Market Risks and the EU Economy
Chatham House
A 12-page UK paper examining Europe's economic and regulatory policies
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2008-04-30
Monetary Policy Strategy in a Global Environment
Cicero Foundation
This paper presents an overview of the structural implications of globalisation for the domestic economies of developed countries and to deduct from these implications lessons for the conduct of monetary policy, and in particular the assessment of risks to price stability.
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-02-05
Advancing Reform and Opportunity in Bangladesh Through Private Initiative 1999-2005
CIPE
A 16-page study illustrating how an advocacy campaign by private enterprise in Bangladesh resulted in important economic reforms
Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-09-15
Trading in Power: The Politics of 'Free Markets' in Afghanistan
CIPE
A 9-page article identifying the weaknesses in Afghanistan's political economy
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-02-16
Private Sector Development is Key to Political Development in Ethiopia
CIPE
An 8-page US article arguing that good democratic governance and economic development in Ethiopia are intertwined and can only be realized in a competitive business environment
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-30
The Transition Problem: The Unhampered State as an Obstacle to Democratic and Market Reform
CIPE
An article setting out the governance-related problems besetting post-communist countries in transition
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-09-25
Strategies for Policy Reform
CIPE
This 100-page report describes programmes used to advance democratic policymaking and free market economics
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-01-21
Middle East and North Africa Reform: Rooted in Economic and Political Ground
CIPE
This 23-page US report argues that the key to reform in the Middle East and North Africa lies in building on the linkages between democratic governance and market economies
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-02-21
Are We All Keynesians Again?
CIS
A 10-page Australian analysis drawing attention to the risks of fiscal pump priming to stimulate economic activity
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-02-20
The Global Financial Crisis and Obstacles to U.S. Leadership
CIS - MIT
An article spelling out the obstacles to the US assuming a fully-effective lead in solving the global finncial cris
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-10-31
The Euro in Crisis
City Journal
A US article on the management of the Eurozone
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-22
Dealing with the Dragon: Australia and Chinese Inward Investment
Clingendael
A 3-page Dutch paper on Australia's experience of dealing with an increase in Chinese investment
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-04-06
Japan's Economic Diplomacy Towards China: The Lure of Business and Burden of History
Clingendael
A 59-page Dutch paper analyzing how collective memory has intervend in Japan's economic diplomacy during the past decade
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-11-13
The Growth Report: Strategies for Sustained Growth and Inclusive Development
Commission on Growth and Development
This 180-page report studies how developing countries can achieve fast sustained and equitable growth
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-05-27
Managing Sustainable Development
Commissioner of the Environment and Sustainable Development - Canada
A 49-page Canadian monograph conducted to identify challenging aspects of managing sustainable development and to provide managers with examples of the types of practices ananalytical techniques that will help them address these particular challenges
Climate Change & Environment, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-12-16
Deficit Reduction: Lessons From Around the World
Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget
An 8-page US paper arguing in favour of deficit reduction strategies (also known as fiscal consolidation strategies) to improve countries' fiscal positions
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-22
Breaking the Cycle of North Korean Provocations
Committee on Foreign Relations - US Senate
A 10-page US testimony on the economy and governance of North Korea
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-03-02
Getting Serious About the Twin Deficits
Council for Foreign Relations
A 47-page paper dealing with the economic consequences of inaction in respect of the U.S. fiscal and current account deficits
Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-10-09
Human Capital Reform
Council of Australian Governments
A 52-page Australian report of a series of proposals to improve the workforce participation and productivity of the Australian population
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-02-15
The Overstretch Myth
Council on Foreign Relations
A 3-page article arguing that the U.S. current account deficit and foreign debt do not threaten the country's global position
Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-03-22
The Global Economic Crisis: Impact on Sub-Saharan Africa and Global Policy Responses
CRS
This 30-page US report examines how the global economic crisis is impacting Sub-Saharan African states and how global policy responses may ameliorate the situation
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-11
The Global Financial Crisis: The Role of the International Monetary Fund (IMF)
CRS
This 6-page US report discusses potential roles the International Monetary Fund (IMF) may have in helping to resolve the current global financial crisis
Economic Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2008-11-18
Islamic Finance: Overview and Policy Concerns
CRS
A 6-page US report on the nature and scope of Islamic finance and policy concerns relating to it
Economic Policy, Defence, Terrorism & SecurityPosted: 2008-08-18
The Eurozone Crisis: Overview and Issues for Congress
CRS
A 23-page report providing an overview of the Eurozone's economic problems and the ramifications for the US
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2012-03-21
The U.S. Financial Crisis: The Global Dimension with Implications for US Policy
CRS
This 88-page US report sets out the challenges facing the US Congress in reacting to the global financial crisis
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-11-27
China and the Global Financial Crisis: Implications for the United States
CRS
This 6-page US report considers implications of possible Chinese responses to the global economic crisis
Foreign Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-12-04
Government Intervention in Financial Markets: Economic and Historical Analysis of Subprime Mortgage Options
CRS
A 16-page report summarizing and analyzing four previous US government market interventions in light of current mortgage market conditions
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-04-02
China's "Hot Money" Problems
CRS
A 6-page US report on the problems created by a sharp increase in the inflow of "hot money" into China
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-09-04
China’s Economic Conditions
CRS
A 36-page US background report on China's economy and economic policies
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-01-22
Foreign Direct Investment: Current Issues
CRS
A 23-page US report presenting an overview of current issues related to Foreign Direct Investment in the US economy
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-05-15
Foreign Direct Investment in the United States: An Economic Analysis
CRS
An 11-page economic analysis of inward FDI to the US
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-05-18
The Global Economic Crisis: Impact on Sub-Saharan Africa and Global Policy Responses
CRS
This 30-page US report analyzes Africa’s vulnerability to the global crisis and potential implications for economic growth, poverty alleviation, fiscal balances, and political stability. The report describeschannels through which the crisis is affecting Africa, and provides information on international efforts to address the impact, including U.S. policies and those of multilateral institutions in which the United States plays a major role
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-05-04
Foreign Ownership of U.S. Financial Assets: Implications of a Withdrawal
CRS
An 18-page US report assessing the possible implications of a liquidation of foreign investments in the US
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-01-16
Greece's Debt Crisis: Overview, Policy Responses, and Implications
CRS
A 24-page US report on Greece's sovereign debt crisis
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-12
Unemployment and Economic Recovery
CRS
This 11-page US report examines the relationship between economic growth and the unemployment rate to anticipate possible future developments
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-26
The European Union’s Response to the 2007-2009 Financial Crisis
CRS
This 23-page US report assesses the response of the European Union (EU) to the 2007-2009 financial crisis in terms of the financial regulatory changes the EU has made or is planning to make
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-26
Chile: Political and Economic Conditions and U.S. Relations
CRS
This 17-page US report provides a brief historical background of Chile, examines recent political and economic developments, and addresses issues in U.S.-Chilean relations
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-29
The G-20 and International Economic Cooperation
CRS
A 17-page US report that analyzes: why countries coordinate economic policies and the historical origins of the G-20; how the G-20 operates; major highlights from previous G-20 summits, plus an overview of the agenda for the next G-20 summit; and debates about the effectiveness of the G-20 as a forum for economic cooperation and coordination
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-04-26
Sovereign Wealth Funds: Background and Policy Issues for Congress
CRS
A US report on policy concerns over sovereign wealth funds in respect of the lack of transparency and possible misuse for political purposes
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-02-06
China’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Mitigation Policies
CRS
This 22-page US report examines the issues of China’s greenhouse gas emissions and its mitigation policies
Climate Change & Environment, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-07-29
The Global Financial Crisis: Analysis and Policy Implications
CRS
A 127-page US overview of the global financial crisis
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-07-24
The Global Financial Crisis: Analysis and Policy Implications
CRS
A 109-page US paper analyzing the global financial crisis and considering the policy implications for the US Congress
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-04-10
How R&D Assistance Influences Company Behaviour
Department of Industry, Tourism and Resources
This 54-page Australian report investigates the behavioural impact of an R&D tax incentive on firms
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-10-11
Investing in Climate Change 2009: Necessity and Opportunity in Turbulent Times
Deutsche Bank
A 166-page report examining the possibilities for investing in climate change mitigation and adaptation
Climate Change & Environment, Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-10-28
Creating a Global Economic Council - Six Easy Steps
DIIS
A 4-page Danish policy brief outlining how to establish a promising alternative to the G20. It proposes six "easy steps", starting from the existing Bretton Woods system
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-11-02
Hidden Leverage and a False Sense of Security.
DIIS
This 17-page Danish working paper looks at the long-term economic and regulatory develop-ments that laid the ground and created the motivations for the broad-based credit bubble wit-nessed in the past decade.
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-11-24
The End of a Great Illusion: Credit Crunch and Liquidity Meltdown
DIIS
31-page Danish working paper arguing that the global credit crunch is the result of the phenomenon of "liquidity illusion"
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-11-24
The World Bank and the Emerging World Order
DIIS
A 68-page Danish report claiming that the World Bank is failing to respond seriously to multipolarity
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-05-22
The G20 and Beyond: Towards Effective Global Economic Governance
DIIS
A 58-page Danish report arguing that some new form of multipolar dialogue is needed for global economic governance
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-03-16