Global uncertainty reduces innovation in renewable energy
The green transition faces significant challenges. Luca Bettarelli, Davide Furceri and Pietro Pizzuto examine the impact on innovation due to economic and policy uncertainty
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How the EU should respond to Trump’s tariffs
The return of Donald Trump raises fundamental challenges for the EU. Ignacio García-Bercero, Petros Mavroidis and André Sapir focus on possible new tariffs based on statements made by the President-elect
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A trade policy framework for the EU-UK reset
A reset in the relationship between the UK and the EU is underway. Ignacio García-Bercero recommends the main elements of the reset that would introduce a new dynamic into the EU-UK trade relationship
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Bridging the divide
The road to EU membership remains challenging. Majlinda Bregu calls for determination, resilience and cooperation to accelerate the Western Balkans’ EU path
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The trade and industrial nexus
The climate crisis is a global emergency. Trade policy has long been a driver of an unfettered economic globalisation and Isabelle Brachet argues for a new approach
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Trade, peace, and the business case for improved humanitarian response
Disasters are increasing in their intensity. Vaeme Afokpa discusses the common business sense to join the response, save lives and communities, as well as prevent further deterioration or instability
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Keeping the Green Deal on track
There is no green transition without green investment. Jean Pisani-Ferry and Simone Tagliapietra assess the investment needed to achieve the 2030 climate goal and climate neutrality by 2050
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Monetary policy in response to tariff shocks
Trump’s victory has re-ignited a debate over the macroeconomic effects of tariffs and the appropriate monetary policy response. Paul Bergin and Giancarlo Corsetti discuss the optimal monetary policy responses
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One bad Apple decision
A recent EU tax ruling entrenches distortions. Pascal Saint-Amans says Ireland’s massive tax windfall highlights once again the pressing need for reform of profit allocation rules
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Fintech, AI, and the changing financial landscape
What is the end goal of the fintech revolution? Patrick Harker focuses upon the risks of artificial intelligence and machine learning to the financial system
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