In the Trump political whirlwind with threats of tariffs, it is important to get a perspective of the reaction and development globally. What are the current trends and how are other countries reacting to a potential global trade war? The global economy can potentially grow 2.7% this year; however, following downward revisions to the U.S….
The Trump train is moving in a fast pace and is making many enemies wherever it moves by its extreme Americanism and its disregard for other countries. The tone is often rude, and it shows the loud bully that many, in particular Europeans, think is the true American. The initial phase of the second Trump…
A sea change in German fiscal policy is occurring. A massive package of fiscal stimulus measures for defense and infrastructure, passed by Germany’s lower house of parliament and the upper house. At the core of the pro-growth policy is an adjustment to the country’s famously strict borrowing rules and fiscal austerity paired with a renewed…
Trump has made it clear that Europe is not his number one priority and there will be more focus on fair trade and putting American interests first. This also goes for NATO, where Trump is demanding at least 2% of GDP to be contributed by all member states and with less dependence on the U.S….
Trump’s second term in office has launched with a whirlwind of changes to the status quo in Washington, DC, and to U.S. relations with the world. Trump’s tariffs may not be the most shocking foreign policy overture of his second administration, but they may well end up being the most consequential in the long run….
