Is Olive Oil the New Liquid Gold?
Petroleum is often referred to as liquid gold. Now another oil may claim the same title. Olive oil. You’re probably aware of its health benefits and, in comparison to other…
The Farming Industry is Growing Up
Photo by Daniel Fazio on Unsplash Twenty years ago, the Netherlands set about on a mission to increase their agricultural production to sufficiently feed its population in the face of…
Is Trade and Investment from the United States the Solution to Cuba’s Economic Woes?
Photo by Alexander Kunze on Unsplash You’ve probably seen pictures of vintage American cars driving through the streets of Havana, Cuba, a city that almost seems to be stuck in…
Mexico’s Avocado Producers: Under Threat by Drug Cartels?
Photo by Brian Wangenheim on Unsplash As guacamole, avocados are a staple of tailgate parties and happy hours, and in recent years, avocado toast has become a trendy go-to breakfast. However, the small…
What the War in Ukraine Means for Your Economy?
Image by Alexey Hulsov from Pixabay Vladimir Putin’s decision to invade the sovereign nation of Ukraine has shocked the world. Protests against Putin’s action have sprung up in major cities from New York…
Mama Mia! Don’t Wear Those Clothes Again
Swedish Pop group Abba has announced that they are releasing a new album and planning a series of virtual concerts in November of this year. Known for such hits as…
When Taking a Stand on Human Rights Gets in the Way of Making a Profit
This video (Run Time: 6:53) explores the complicated challenge facing Western companies doing business in China as they react to demands from human rights activists intent on righting wrongs in…
We Have a Deal! UK and EU Announce Post Brexit Trade Deal
This video explores the new agreement between the United Kingdom and the European Union that was reached after a tumultuous four-year period of withdrawal negotiations. Under the new agreement, goods…
Steel Tariffs: What Really Happened
Abstract: The state of the U.S. steel industry is often a bellwether of sorts on the state ofthe economy in places like Pennsylvania, where many depend on the industry for…
When Is A Record Trade Deficit A Good Thing? Maybe in the Middle of a Pandemic.
Abstract: The recent announcement by the U.S. Commerce Department that in August,the United States recorded its largest trade deficit in 14 years drew mixed reactions fromanalysts and economists. Some voiced…