Is Forever 21 Forever Gone?
The world of fast fashion may be losing one of its original superstars. Forever 21, mallfavorite and home to a cacophony of graphic T-shirts, brightly colored skirts and dresses, anddenim…
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…
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…
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…
Why China May Be the Key to Economic Recovery in Japan
Japan, like the rest of the world, is struggling to get its economy back on trackfollowing closures related to the COVID-19 pandemic earlier this year. Unlike manycountries however, Japan is…