In the latest "This Week in Macroeconomics", Principal Research Fellow, Max Mendez-Parra, uncovers a transformation in globalisation itself: a shift away from goods trade and towards a surging, digita...

China has announced an expansion of its preferential access for African nations, extending its current duty-free policy to encompass all African countries (with the exception of Eswatini). This blog a...

Brussels plans handling fee on billions of small packages imported mainly from China

Beyond the immediate concerns about the economic effects of these tariffs, the reciprocal measures are indicative of a broader trend towards a more isolationist US policy and a gradual detachment from...

Stocks fell sharply in the U.S., Asia and Europe. Allies and adversaries alike criticized President Trump’s action and weighed their responses.

Food and Drink Federation say businesses are struggling to deal with added ‘complexity and bureaucracy’

China’s exports to developing markets have soared, opening indirect routes to the U.S. market that officials in Beijing worry may be closed under pressure from President Trump.

The president offers many reasons for imposing tariffs, including revenue, leverage over competitors and job creation. But history suggests a more complex history.

Join us for a special session at the Africa Economic Conference 2024 for a critical discussion on how Africa can navigate a complex and uncertain global landscape to secure a resilient and prosperous ...