Neither presidential candidate wants to address the national debt. But as president, they must.
The Debt That Shall Not Be Named
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Where Is the War in Ukraine Heading?
With Russian President Vladimir Putin’s war of aggression against Ukraine now well into its third year, there are mounting questions about
A New Trilemma Haunts the World Economy
Can the world simultaneously address climate change, alleviate poverty, and boost the middle class? Maybe not, but it is worth trying.
The US Election Will Overturn Europe’s Strategic Status Quo
Europe needs to take control of its own strategic destiny no matter who wins the US election in November.
Would Harris or Trump Be Better for the World Economy?
A major uncertainty looming over the global economy is who will be the next US president.
The Dollar Is Everyone’s Problem
In recent decades, the US Federal Reserve’s monetary policy disproportionately affected emerging-market and developing economies.
How to Create More Good Jobs
In many countries, innovation and good jobs have become increasingly concentrated in a few places.
The Factors Behind US Investor Confidence
US stock markets have remained bullish in the face of deepening domestic and international risks, owing to three key factors. But with two
Why Are Stocks, Gold, and the Dollar Surging?
The US stock market has been on a tear over the past two years.
Can Democracy Win in 2024?
By the end of this historic election year, we will have a clearer idea of democratic leaders’ ability to convince voters that the system
Britain’s “Change Election” Changes Nothing
The Labour Party, campaigning on change, secured a historic victory in the United Kingdom’s general election.
Ending the Protectionist Scourge Would Benefit All
Protectionism these days is popular. It is also wrong. Free trade can remain a pathway to increased prosperity for all.
What Climate-Vulnerable Developing Countries Need Right Now
A problem as unprecedentedly large and destructive as climate change demands bold new thinking and urgent action.
Why Macron Is Risking an Election
Why would French President Emmanuel Macron risk holding an election that the far right is likely to win?
Don’t Believe the AI Hype
Artificial Intelligence is unlikely to revolutionize the economy as much as its proponents would have has believe.
Rough Justice for Trump
Following Donald Trump’s conviction in a Manhattan courtroom, the Wall Street Journal’s editorial board worries that the successful prosecution
What the AI Pessimists Are Missing
Like other disruptive technologies, AI evokes fear. But it has the potential to transform our lives for the better.
Don’t Fret About Green Subsidies
Governments should stop decrying each others’ green industrial policies as norm violations or dangerous transgressions of international
Why Bonds Remain Boring
The bond market has defied the pessimists, with yields remaining relatively low despite massive Federal deficits and debt levels. But there
The Perils of Retirement in America
America’s retirement system is failing. It perpetuates inequality and is unlikely to serve millions of Americans in or nearing retirement.
China’s Rebalancing Imperative
It has been said before and it bears repeating: China must unleash consumption-led growth to rebalance its economy.
Why Is Europe Losing the Productivity Race?
Europe needs to accelerate the adoption of new innovations, ones that can make its economy more productive.
NATO Without America
Can Europe ensure its own security without the US? Not yet.
Solar Geoengineering Is a Dangerous Distraction
At the most recent United Nations Environment Assembly, Africa’s leaders helped shoot down a resolution that called for more research into