The real effects of Brexit on labour demand

The implementation of Brexit produced markedly different experiences for Northern Ireland, which effectively remained within the EU’s Single Market for goods, and the rest of

Digital technology – A game changer for Ghana’s agricultural input distribution

Delivering free or subsidized agricultural inputs to smallholder farmers in Ghana has always been a challenge—especially during emergencies, when speed is of essence. The objective is

Trade’s hidden barriers: Navigating non-tariff measures

While tariffs dominate the news, international trade is increasingly shaped by an array of regulations known as non-tariff measures (NTMs). Unlike tariffs, which are taxes imposed

Moderate growth amid global trade uncertainty: The Commission’s Spring 2025 Forecast

President Trump’s sweeping “reciprocal tariffs” announced on 2 April sent shockwaves through the global economy. This column introduces the European Commission’s Spring Forecast, which depicts

Disentangling trade policy uncertainty and equity market performance

Despite headlines dominated by threats and implementations of US and retaliatory tariffs since President Trump’s inauguration, it was not until his “Liberation Day” announcement on

How the EU should plan for global trade transformation

The major turbulence being experienced by the world economy could lead to a global recession and the collapse of the norms and institutions that have

Radical novelties in critical technologies and spillovers: how do China, the US and the EU fare?

Critical technologies including artificial intelligence, semiconductors and quantum computing are attracting attention because of their indispensable nature and their role in national security strategies. We

How to manage the economic trade-offs of public procurement policies in developing economies

Government procurement—the process in which public entities buy goods and services from private companies—represents between 5% and 20% of a country’s GDP, depending on the

Beverage prices soften but risks are brewing

Coffee prices remain high despite April dip. Coffee softened slightly in April after hitting record nominal highs. Arabica reached $9/kg in February-March, while Robusta approached $6/kg.

Finding the sweet spot between bank rivalry and safety

Imagine your favorite open-air market. Stalls hustle for customers, prices fall, and shoppers win—until one fragile roof gives way and everyone scrambles. Banking is similar.