Global Issues

The greenback’s staying power

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U.S. dollar still reigns supreme because of an absence of alternatives — for now

Commodities: the bust, the boom and the alternatives

February 1st, 2012  |  No Comments Comment on Commodities: the bust, the boom and the alternatives

The urbanization of emerging markets will create unprecedented competition — and volatility — for commodities

What does Dodd-Frank have to do with the price of your food?

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If you thought the sweeping new bill was just about Wall Street, you are in for a surprise

Year of the Dragon presents choices for China on trade

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A decade after joining the WTO, China needs to ramp up its reforms or risk being left behind

End of an era for Japan’s exports

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The country that practically invented export-led growth is now running a trade deficit

The group of 14: A world forecast for commodities

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The next two years will be interesting times for 14 industrial materials

The great leap online

January 16th, 2012  |  No Comments Comment on The great leap online

China will become the world’s most valuable market for e-commerce

China: From workplace of the world to big spender

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The world’s largest exporter is on track to becoming the No. 1 importer. It’s a shifting balance in the United States’ favor

The rising costs of going abroad

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Cheap living, even in emerging markets, is disappearing, but that doesn’t mean offshoring isn’t worth it

Doing good to do well

January 9th, 2012  |  No Comments Comment on Doing good to do well

Large companies sending volunteer corps to assist in developing countries – and scope out emerging markets