Edition #28: May 16, 2024
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The Dilemmas of the Dollar – Free to Read
Barry Eichengreen asks whether anything can or should be done about the greenback’s strength, especially against Asian currencies.
Don’t Fret About Green Subsidies – Free to Read
Dani Rodrik sees no good argument against industrial policies that accelerate growth in decarbonization industries.
Maurice Obstfeld thinks the presumptive GOP nominee’s policies reflect an outdated understanding of the economy.
How to Close the Gender Wage Gap – Free to Read
Lilja D?gg Alfreesdóttir argues that Iceland’s experience lends further support to Nobel laureate economist Claudia Goldin’s research.
Daniel Gros highlights the security risks raised by the prolonged decline of the EU’s relative economic power.
Judith Kirton-Darling urges EU leaders to make a renewed Green Deal, backed by competitiveness-bolstering initiatives, a top priority.