A new modelling approach for evaluating the Trump tariffs
There is currently much discussion about President Trump’s tariffs, the US trade deficit, and its causes and impacts, but little in the way of economic
Productivity in the export sector: Evidence from Dutch supplier networks
It is well established that exporters tend to be some of the most productive firms. But in today’s world, exporters typically rely strongly on other
Missing tariffs: How flawed data turn trade policy analysis into a Herculean task
When the Trump administration pledged to impose “reciprocal tariffs” on countries with “unfair” trade practices, trade economists scrambled to determine what such tariffs might look
Tariffs and retaliation: A macroeconomic analysis
Implementation of the “Liberation Day” tariffs on the US’ trading partners would have far-reaching consequences for international trade patterns and the US and global economies.
The economics of climate adaptation: From academic insights to effective policy
Adapting to climate change – finding ways to prevent the harshest effects or deal with crises when they occur – is a first-order issue. But
From partner to rival: The sectoral evolution of China’s trade
Over the past decade, China has shifted towards greater self-reliance while enhancing its export competitiveness in advanced economy markets. This column introduces a new index
