Global Crises
Linking tariff 'deals' to US security interests is harder than it looks
Behind the headlines of billion-dollar commitments lie questions about enforcement, consistency, and international buy-in
August 05, 2025
economy
Latin America
Trump's tariffs against Brazil over Bolsonaro will backfire, on us
In soccer they call this an 'own goal'
July 28, 2025
Global Crises
Are Trump's aggressive policies weakening the dollar?
The administration's global economic strategy of decoupling and cajoling alignment is prompting other countries to reduce its exposure
July 22, 2025
Middle East
Israel and US have chosen war, unleashing fresh economic pain
Aside from security, the devastating consequences on markets, energy prices, and livelihoods is real and can get much, much worse
June 23, 2025
Asia-Pacific
Pushing East Asia to hike defense could boomerang on Wall Street
Spending increases on the scale the admin is pressing for could push up US bond yields further, hurting American markets, and allies too
June 12, 2025
Middle East
A nuclear deal with Iran could generate billions for US economy
If done right, an agreement would be a boon for new export markets, support jobs, and high-value returns for American industry
June 10, 2025
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