President Trump will use his Asia trip to discuss America's swollen trade deficits with the region. Trade imbalances are caused by macro factors: America saves too little, Asia saves too much. This Chart, however, does indicate that America's penetration of some key Asian markets is far lower than their access to the US market. China [...]
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Asia: Coping With Trump, China, and the Fed
2 November 2017 Despite the flare up of dangerous geopolitical risks, Asian assets have performed exceptionally well in 2017. Indeed, after years of underperformance, the 28% gain in Asian equity markets is twice that of the S&P500. Likewise, shrugging off initial concerns after last year’s US election, most of the region’s currencies have appreciated handsomely [...]
US Cities & States Tackle Climate Change
US Cities Tackle Climate Change Despite President Trump's decision to withdraw from the Paris Climate Accord, American cities and states recognise the costs of climate change/ This analysis analyses the specific plans US mayors are pursuing to address key issues such as electricity, buildin design, transporation and more.
Trans Pacific Partnership Assessment
Peterson IIE Trans Pacific Paternership