Economy

January 16, 2020

USA vs. China 1:0 – America Wins First Battle on Trade

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A fter two years of mounting tensions, US president, Donald Trump, has signed the Phase 1 of a comprehensive trade agreement with China, scoring not only a vital political win…

Michael Petraeus

June 1, 2016

Who Needs Britain Anyway?

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(This article was originally published ahead of the Brexit referendum in 2016 but as it remains relevant even in 2020, I am republishing and promoting it again.) T hree weeks…

Michael Petraeus

July 9, 2015

Why Euro is a Good Idea – and How Europe Keeps Ruining It

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I t’s very popular to bash the euro these days. Many economists and economic commentators crawl out from dark corners of their offices, triumphantly shouting – “I told you!”. And…

Michael Petraeus

July 6, 2015

6 Good Reasons Why EU Should Stop Helping Greece

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A fter Greeks overwhelmingly voted against Troika’s terms for extended debt relief assistance the world is holding its breath, waiting what’s going to happen next. Will Greece leave the Eurozone?…

Michael Petraeus