Economic Policy
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 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
The Global Financial and Economic Impact of an Avian Flu Pandemic and the Role of the IMF
International Monetary Fund
A 30-page report assessing the likely impact of a severe avian flu pandemic on the world economy
Economic Policy, HealthPosted: 2006-03-21
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
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
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 Global Financial Crisis, Developing Countries and Policy Responses
IDS
A 2-page UK policy briefing addressing the development dimensions of the global financial crisis
International Development, Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-04-15
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Great Recession of 2008-2009: Causes, Consequences and Policy Responses
IZA
Through an in-depth review of the global financial crisis in terms of the causes, consequences and policy responses, this paper identifies four key messages
Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-05-16
The Great Regression? Financial Crisis in an Age of Global Interdependence
FIIA
This 63-page Finnish report provides a comprehensive overview of the dynamics of the global financial crisis and the challenges it poses for governance across the board
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-02-08
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
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
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
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
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 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
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 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
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
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
The Impact of Household Capital Income on Income Inequality
DIW
A 26-page German paper analyzing the contribution of capital income to income inequality in a cross-country comparison
Economic Policy, Social PolicyPosted: 2008-06-04
The Impact of the Crisis on Employment and the Role of Labour Market Institutions
IZA
This 38-page discussion paper takes a comparative perspective on the labour market impact on G20 and EU countries of the financial and economic crisis that began in 2008
Employment, Industrial Relations & Training , Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-26
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
The Impact of United States Sanctions on the Myanmar Garment Industry
Institute of Development Economics
This 42-page Japanese discussion paper eveluates the impact of U.S. sanctions on the Myanmar garment industry and identifies those most affected by the sanctions
Economic Policy, Foreign PolicyPosted: 2006-02-02
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
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
The King is Dead; Long Live the King: The French Presidential Electons
INSS
An Israeli perspective on the result of the French presidential election
Governance & Politics, Economic PolicyPosted: 2012-05-11
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
The Macroeconomic Conditions of EU-Inspired Employment Policies
Institute of Economics
A 34-page Hungarian discussion paper arguing that the macroeconomic support of the EU-inspired employment policies is unsound
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2006-02-02
The Meltdown of the Global Economy: A Keynes-Minsky Episode?
Levy Economics Institute
This 17-page US working paper analyzes the circumstances that can explain the global economic crisis that began in 2008. This will also provide clues to the appropriate remedial measures needed to prevent future occurrences of similar developments
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2010-10-03
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
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
The New Global Economic Council: Governance Reform at the G20, the IMF and the World Bank
DIIS
A 29-page Danish working paper arguing that the current G20 is unsustainable and should be replaced by a new body on a firmer constitutional foundation
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-11-02
The Nordic Model: A Recipe for European Success?
European Policy Centre
This 112-page working paper argues that European competitiveness would be improved by adopting the Nordic model
Economic Policy, Employment, Industrial Relations & Training Posted: 2005-09-13
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
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 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
The Political Economy of Successful Reform: Asian Stratagems
FSI
A 32-page US working paper describing the political manoeuvres used by the leaders of economic reform in Asia
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2008-08-23
The Politics of India's Unfinished Economic Reforms
GMFUS
This 4-page US brief forecasts that future economic liberalization in India will likely be hesitant, episodic, and half-hearted
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-05-15
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
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
The Recovery Package in Action
EPI
A 12-page US analysis of how the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act is creating jobs, restoring confidence and easing the severity of the recession
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-08-29
The Reform of European Economic Governance: Towards a Sustainable Monetary Union?
Egmont
This 66-page Belgian paper considers reform of Europe's economic governance
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-07-25
The Renminbi: The Political Economy of a Currency
Brookings
This US article examines the controversies surrounding the Chinese currency
Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-09-17
The Response of Cohesion Policy to the Economic Crisis
EIPA
This 8-page article argues that the EU's Cohesion Policy – designed to help the disadvantaged regions and communities of the EU – has made an important contribution to the Recovery Plan
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-11-19
The Rise Of China's Economy
FPRI
A 7-page US essay on the nature and implications of recent developments and long-term changes in the economy of China
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2011-06-29
The Risks Ahead for the World's Economy
Institute for International Economics
An article identifying five major risks threatening the world economy and proposing policies to minimise the threat
Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-09-15
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 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
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
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 Scramble to Maintain Growth
Hoover Institution
An 11-page US article on China's response to the economic slowdown
Economic PolicyPosted: 2009-01-12
The Single Market in Need of a Strategic Relaunch
Egmont
This paper sets out the main points of the Draft SMA and the most important preparatory documents, focusing primarily on the strategic elements contained therein. In a second part, a critical appraisal of the Draft SMA’s strategic approach will be provided, followed by some suggestions for improvement
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2011-03-04
The Single Market: A Vision for the 21st Century
H.M. Treasury - UK
This 46-page paper sets out the UK's proposals to feed into the fundamental review of the Single Market
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2007-01-31
The State of Society: Measuring Economic Success and Human Well-Being
Urban Institute
This 94-page US study identifies 14 categories measuring national well-being that go beyond gross domestic product’s snapshot of how a society and its economy are faring. It proposes that new measures assess the well-being of all segments of society—women, children, the elderly, and racial and other minorities
Social Policy, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-06-03
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
The Sustainability of Economic Recovery in the United States: The Risks to Consumption and Investment
Levy Economics Institute of Bard College
A 43-page brief assesses the short-term and longer-term prospects for the U.S. economy
Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-06-17
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 Tax System Incidence on Unemployment: A Country-Specific Analysis of OECD Economies
Institute for the Study of Labor
This 28-page discussion paper provides a detailed analysis on the incidence of the tax structure on the labour market
Taxation, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-08-01
The Threat of Economic Patriotism
Hamburg Institute of International Economics
A 2-page editorial warning of the dangers posed by economic patriotism within the EU
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-04-18
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
The Transatlantic Banking Crisis: Lessons and EU Reforms
IZA
The key dynamics of the transatlantic banking crisis are analyzed in this 58-page policy paper – with emphasis on the fact that the banking disaster of 2007/08 was not really a surprise –, and the five key requirements for restoring stability and efficiency in the EU/OECD banking sector are highlighted
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-07-05
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
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
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
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
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 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 Welfare State, Thresholds, and Economic Growth
German Institute for Economic Research
This 56-page discussion paper examines the relationship between growing welfare states and economic growth rates
Economic Policy, Social PolicyPosted: 2004-06-18
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: 2011-04-14
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 World Crisis: Reforming the International Financial System
Economic and Political Weekly, Peterson Institute
A 7-page US essay on what steps are necessary to reform the international financial system
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2009-04-08
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
The World Economy in 2006: The View from 2005
Lowy Institute for International Policy
This 11-page presentation examines whether economic events of 2005 held any lessons for the global economic outlook for 2006
Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-02-23
The World Economy in the New Millennium: A New Golden Age?
Productivity Commission - Australia
A 33-page lecture offering a broad-brush forecast for the world economy
Economic Policy, Globalisation & International TradePosted: 2006-12-01
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
The 'Economic' Implications of the Euro
AJISS
A 4-page Japanese commentary on the "economic" implications of the Euro
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2010-03-17
This Far and No Farther? Nudging Agricultural Reform Forward
Institute for International Economics
This 15-page policy brief discusses current agricultural trade negotiations and proposes a way forward towards freer agricultural trade
Globalisation & International Trade, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-04-18
Time for More Currency Flexibility
American Enterprise Institute
A 3-page essay examining the options available to America's trading partners for dealing with the problems created by the weakening of the dollar
Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-11-29
Time to Bail Out: Alternatives to the Bush-Paulson Plan
Levy Economics Institute
This 8-page policy note takes a look back at Wall Street’s path to Armageddon, and proposes some alternatives to the Bush-Paulson plan to “bail out” both the Street and the American homeowner.
Economic PolicyPosted: 2008-12-06
Too Big to Fail in Financial Crisis: Motives, Countermeasures and Prospects
Levy Economics Institute
This 31-page US working paper argues that a better understanding of why too-big-to-fail policies have persisted will provide a stronger basis for developing effective reforms
Economic Policy, Governance & PoliticsPosted: 2010-06-15
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
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
Towards a Global Finance System at the Service of Sustainable Development
WEED
A 28-page UK report arguing that EU financial reforms must facilitate progress towards global sustainable economic development
Economic Policy, European UnionPosted: 2011-03-25
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
Trade and Business Correlations in Asia-Pacific
Institute of Development Economics
A 38-page Japanese discussion paper examining the empirical relationship between trade and business correlations in 13 Asia-Pacific countries
Economic PolicyPosted: 2006-02-02
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
Trade Credits Under Imperfect Enforcement: A Theory with a Test on Chinese Experience
Institute of Developing Economies
A 35-page Japanese discussion paper examining the workings of trade credits in developing countries
Economic Policy, International DevelopmentPosted: 2006-04-19
Trade Sanctions, Financial Transfers and BRIC Participation in Global Climate Change Negotiations
Elsevier
This 17-page Chinese paper investigates how the incentives for large population low wage rapidly growing countries in the BRIC group (Brazil, Russia, India, China) to participate in global climate change negotiations both as a sub-global coalition and individually can be affected by penalties (tariffs) inflicted or financial transfers made to them by the OECD
Climate Change & Environment, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-10-07
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
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
Transition Countries on the Eve of EU Enlargement
Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies
A 3-page abstract of this 92 page report on the current economic situation and short-term prospects in the Central and East European transition economies
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2004-02-12
Transition Report 2009: Transition in crisis?
EBRD
The 2-page executive summary of a report that focuses on the challenges posed by the global financial crisis for the EU's transition region, both for the countries directly, and for the economic strategies they have followed since the collapse of communism.
European Union, Economic PolicyPosted: 2010-01-11