Economic Policy
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
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
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 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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Pakistan After the Floods
CEIP
This US Q&A assesses Pakistan’s response, the country’s aggravated economic problems, the security and political implications, and the slow reaction by foreign donors
Public Safety & Disaster Mitigation, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-29
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
The Growing Threat of Global Trade Protectionism
CEIP
A US commentary on the threat to free trade and economic growth posed by global trade protectionism
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-09-29
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
The Global Recovery is Gathering Steam
CEIP
This US article reports that the global recovery is gaining traction as world trade and industrial production continue their impressive acceleration and the announcement of a Greek rescue package has provided the markets with much-needed reassurance
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-04-15
Rethinking Economic Reform in Jordan: Confronting Socioeconomic Realities
CEIP
A 32-page paper studing the barriers to economic reform in Jordan
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-08-09
The Underachiever: Ukraine's Economy Since 1991
CEIP
This 34-page US paper analyzes the reasons why Ukraine is seen as an underachiever, sometimes as a sick man of Europe, and perhaps even as a potentially failed state thanks to its geopolitical situation, historical burdens, and the mistakes made in institutional development and policy
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-03-13
Challenges of Egypt's Economic Transition
CEIP
This 38-page US paper warns that Egypt’s economy has been in decline since Mubarak’s resignation and details the priority steps the transitional government should take to promote economic growth
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-11
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
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
China's Economic Prospects 2006-2020
CEIP
A 56-page US paper probing possible economic paths for China and their likely social effects
Economic Policy, Social PolicyPosted: 2007-04-25
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
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
Building a Better Yemen
CEIP
This 26-page US paper argues that it is Yemen’s contentious politics and its lack of institutional development that constitute the main obstacle to surmounting present economic difficulties
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-04-06
Challenges of Egypt's Economic Transition
CEIP
This 38-page US paper examines the challenges faced by the Egyptian economy as the country transitions to democracy
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-25
Egypt’s Democratic Transition: Five Important Myths About the Economy and International Assistance
CEIP
A joint report on Egypt's economic prospects and needs
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-08-08
Five Surprises of the Great Recession
CEIP
A 12-page US policy brief drawing lessons from the global recession
Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-12-01
Eyes Wide Shut: The Social Consequences of Russia's Economic Crisis
CEIP
An 8-page US briefing on the social consequences of Russia's economic crisis
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-01-23
China's Economic Rise: Fact and Fiction
CEIP
A 16-page US report examines China's likely economic trajectory, and its implications
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-08-01
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
Gulf Arab SWFs: Managing Wealth in Turbulent Times
CEIP
An 11-page US policy paper urgingArab sovereign wealth funds to show greater transparency about their holdings and investment strategies
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-03-04
From Public Servants to Corporate Employees
CCPA
A 51-page Canadian study examining employees attitudes towards outsourcing
Economic Policy, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2007-11-10
Perspectives for the Lisbon Strategy: How to Increase the Competitiveness of the European Economy?
CASE
A 22-page working paper analyzing the poor growth record of the EU-15 states
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2005-07-15
Job Anxiety is Real - And it's Global
Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
This 9-page U.S. paper reports on a huge global oversupply of labour caused by the end of the Cold War and technological change. It calls for an international effort at job creation
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-05-09
Size of Government and Economic Performance: What Does the Evidence Say?
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
A 5-page Canadian paper challenging the assumption that "big government" necessarily inhibits productivity
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-08-18
Impoverishing a Continent: The World Bank and the IMF in Africa
Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives
A 28-page paper arguing that the World Bank and the IMF have been used by the U.S. to subjugate the economies of the developing world, in particular Africa
Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-08-18
What Is the Ideal Monetary Policy Regime?
C.D. Howe Instiute
This 28-page Canadian report recommends improvements to Canada's inflation-targeting regime
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-01-20
Canada’s Difficult Experience in Reducing Inflation: Cautionary Lessons
C.D. Howe Institute
This 20-page Canadian study provides an insider’s perspective on the fight against soaring inflation in the 1970s through to the successful introduction of inflation targeting in the early 1990s, and draws general lessons from the historical record
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-11-06
Strengthening Bank Regulation: OSFI’s Contingent Capital Plan
C.D. Howe Institute
A 5-page Canadian brief making the case for contingent capital to help stave off disaster for banks
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-05-27
Look Before You Leap: A Skeptical View of Proposals to Meld Macro- and Microprudential Regulation.
C.D. Howe Institute
A 24-page Canadian study that cautions against current G-20 proposals to expand regulation to include system-wide macroeconomic risks
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-09-09
International Policy Responses to the Financial Crisis: A Canadian Perspective
C.D. Howe Institute
This 6-page Canadian brief describes how governments around the world have responded to the current financial crisis, and draws some short- and long-term lessons for Canada.
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-12-02
The High-Tax Handicap
C.D. Howe Institute
A 6-page Canadian brief arguing that many of the world's largest economies blunt their competitiveness with high corporate income tax rates
Taxation, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-09-20
The Case for Trills
C.D. Howe Institute
A 20-page Canadian paper promoting the case for a new government-issued security designed to benefit pensioners and government
Economic Policy, AgeingPosted: 2008-08-13
Financial Stability: What it is and Why it Matters
C.D. Howe Institute
This 27-page Canadian paper examines the current challenges to financial stability and the roles that central banks, other agencies and private sector entities can play in pursuing it
Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-11-22
When Nightmares Become Real: Modelling Linkages between the Financial Sector and the Real Economy in the Aftermath of the Financial Crisis
C.D. Howe Institute
This 24-page Canadian study highlights the importance of achieving a better understanding of the links between the financial sector and the rest of the economy
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-08-24
Boomer Bulge: Dealing with the Stress of Demographic Change on Government Budgets in Canada
C.D. Howe Institute
A 5-page Canadian brief calculating the effect of demographic pressures on future social services programme spending
Ageing, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-01-14
Two Crises, Two Responses
Bruegel Institute
A Belgian essay considering crisis management and prevention in the euro area
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-03-30
Does Openness To International Financial Flows Raise Productivity Growth?
Brookings Instiution
This 46-page US paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the relationship between financial openness and total factor productivity (TFP) growth using an extensive dataset that includes various measures of productivity and financial openness for a large sample of countries
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-01-26
The Top Ten Financial Risks to the Global Economy
Brookings Institution and Global Markets Institute
A 16-page conference report summarizing views as to the top ten financial risks to the global economy
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2005-10-11
Latin America's Economic Outlook for 2009: No Time for Optimism
Brookings Institution
A US article assessing the prospects for Latin America's economy in 2009
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-01-26
The Global Financial Crisis: Getting Past the Blame Game
Brookings Institution
A US article analyzing an appropriate international response to the global financial crisis
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-02-03
Offshoring, Import Competition, and the Jobless Recovery
Brookings Institution
A 19-page U.S. paper investigating the linkage between offshoring (i.e. outsourcing overseas), import growth and the slow rate of pick-up in employment during the economic recovery in the U.S. during 2002-3
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-06-21
Top 10 Global Economic Challenges Facing America's 44th President
Brookings Institution
A 36-page report containing analysis and recommendations as to how the US should contribute to tackling the major global economic challenges
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-10-14
Global Economic Governance at a Crossroads: Replacing the G-7 with the G-20
Brookings Institution
An 8-page policy brief arguing that the G-7 should be replaced by the G-20, at head-of-state level, as the major forum for discussing and negotiating policies on global economic issues
Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-04-26
China’s Team of Rivals
Brookings Institution
A US article assessing the political implications of China's economic downturn
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-02-25
Trends and Prospects of Transatlantic Economic Relations: The Glue that Cements a Fraying Partnership?
Brookings Institution
A discussion paper examining the trends and prospects of transatlantic economic relations to determine whether there is an irreversible tendency towards greater stress
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2004-05-03
Promoting Opportunity and Growth Through Science, Technology and Innovation
Brookings Institution
This 20-page US paper underscores the value of investment in knowledge, innovation and technology as drivers of economic growth
Science & Technology, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-12-12
Demographic Pressures on Public Pension Systems and Government Budgets in Open Economies
Brookings Institution
This 78-page paper studies the domestic-economy and external-sector variables which have major consequences for saving and investment flows in national economies and the world economy
Economic Policy, AgeingPosted: 2004-09-28
Global Imbalances: The Blind Men and the Elephant
Brookings Institution
A 25-page U.S. paper reviewing competing explanations for the pattern of global imbalances and the magnitude of the U.S. external debt
Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-01-30
The Great Credit Squeeze: How it Happened, How to Prevent Another
Brookings Institution
A 163-page discussion paper analyyzing the causes and lessons of the current financial crisis
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-05-19
A Growth-Enhancing Approach to Economic Security
Brookings Institution
A 16-page US policy paper offering a strategy for providing a basic level of economic security that benefits families and national economic growth
Economic Policy, Social PolicyPosted: 2006-09-19
Global Governance Breakthrough: The G20 Summit and the Future Agenda
Brookings Institution
A 5-page US policy brief arguing that the successful first G20 Summit provides a platform on which President-elect Obama can build in forging an inclusive and cooperative approach for resolving the current financial and economic crisis
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2008-12-30
Eurozone Governments and the Financial Markets: A Troubled Marriage
Brookings
This 8-page US paper tries to explain why the markets react as they do to those European governmental decisions and signals
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-10-17
Latin America Economic Perspectives: Innocent Bystanders in a Brave New World
Brookings
A 53-page US paper on the economic outlook for Latin America
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-11-27
Tracking the Global Financial Crisis: An Analysis of the IMF’s "World Economic Outlook"
Brookings
An 8-page US analysis of the IMF\'s \"World Economic Outlook\"
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-06-09
The Renminbi: The Political Economy of a Currency
Brookings
This US article examines the controversies surrounding the Chinese currency
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-09-17
Latin America: Time for Reform, Not for Complacency
Brookings
A US commentary on the effectiveness of Latin American governments' response to tthe global financial crisis
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2009-10-27
China’s Approach to Economic Development and Industrial Policy
Brookings
A 16-page US House testimony discussing China's twelfth five-year plan to reorient growth and implement short and long-term efforts toward balance and sustainability
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-06-29
Financial Regionalism: A Review of the Issues
Brookings
This 23-page US paper aims to provide basic elements to inform current discussions about the purpose, the potential, and the actual accomplishments of regional and/or subregional financial arrangements
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2010-11-15
Small Economies, Big Problems, and Global Interdependence
Brookings
A US article on the challenges of global economic interdependence
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2011-07-26
Curbing Success in Latin America
Brookings
A US paper warning of the risk of overheating in Latin American economies
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-05-16
Latin America Economic Perspectives: Shifting Gears in an Age of Heightened Expectations
Brookings
This 82-page US study of Latin American economic prospects finds that, today, overheating and inflationary pressures are rising, and many financial regulators wonder whether domestic credit is already growing excessively
Economic Policy, RegionalPosted: 2011-04-10
The Euro-Area Crisis: Weighing Policy Options and the Scope for U.S. Leverage
Brookings
A 24-page US House testimony on the European debt and financial crisis
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-09-27