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President Trump has touted tariffs as a means to reduce the trade deficit, urging Americans to prefer domestic products over foreign imports. However, economic dynamics are complex, akin to the …
Understanding the Unintended Consequences of Tariffs on Trade Deficits Read More
In a recent press conference, Jerome Powell, the chair of the Federal Reserve, emphasised that tariffs are a significant driver of inflation, increasing consumer prices. The Fed has subsequently raised …
The Inflationary Impact of Tariffs on U.S. Consumer Prices Read More
In 2025, Olivier Blanchard, an esteemed PhD graduate from MIT, received the BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award in Economics, Finance and Management. This accolade recognises his significant impact on …
MIT Economists Win BBVA Foundation Award for Macroeconomic Excellence Read More
In a remarkable recognition of their academic excellence, Olivier Blanchard, along with fellow economists Jordi Galí and Michael Woodford, has been awarded the 2025 BBVA Foundation Frontiers of Knowledge Award …
MIT Economists Blanchard, Galí, and Woodford Awarded BBVA Foundation Prize Read More
Tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico have recently come into effect, stirring the pot of consumer prices, often in unexpected ways. According to economists, such tariffs – essentially duties …
Ripple Effects of Canada and Mexico Tariffs on Consumer Prices Examined Read More
The United States is poised to implement significant tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and other nations beginning March 4, alarming economists who warn of potential economic repercussions. These tariffs, introduced under …
Concerns Mount as U.S. Prepares to Implement New Tariffs Read MorePresident Donald Trump’s proposal to impose sweeping reciprocal tariffs on imports could potentially escalate U.S. inflation dramatically, according to a study indicating a near double increase in consumer prices if …
Trump’s Tariff Strategy: A Potential Shock to U.S. Inflation Read MoreIn a bold move, U.S. President Donald Trump has initiated reciprocal tariffs against all foreign trading partners, sparking fears of a looming trade war that could adversely affect the global …
Trump’s Tariff Strategy Raises Global Economic Concerns Read More
The promise of mass deportations from President Donald Trump threatens more than just the wellbeing of millions; it endangers the economic fabric of society. Immigrants are not job thieves; they …
Mass Deportations: Economic Disaster in the Making Read More
Tariff Delays Between Allies In a bid to prevent escalating tensions, the U.S., Canada, and Mexico have temporarily delayed the imposition of new tariffs. However, significant tariffs on Chinese goods …
Examining Trump’s Tariff Threats and Their Impact on Consumers Read More