Trump’s “Liberation Day” Tariffs Spark Global Trade Tensions with 29% Rate, Highest in a Century

On April 2, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump unveiled a highly controversial tariff policy during a press conference, calling it a “Liberation Day” and declaring it a “proclamation of American economic independence.” The policy slaps a 10% universal tariff on all imported goods and imposes higher reciprocal tariffs on 60 countries, some as high as … Continue reading Trump’s “Liberation Day” Tariffs Spark Global Trade Tensions with 29% Rate, Highest in a Century →

Global Economy at a Crossroads: Central Bank Decisions, Trump’s Uncertainty, and the Dollar’s Enduring Might

It’s March 20, 2025, late in the evening, and the past few days have delivered a cascade of economic data and central bank decisions, stirring unease across global financial markets. As someone who has followed these currents for years, I’m compelled to sift through the latest facts, reflect on the delicate crossroads we face, and … Continue reading Global Economy at a Crossroads: Central Bank Decisions, Trump’s Uncertainty, and the Dollar’s Enduring Might →

The Decline of Europe’s Economy and the Shifting Global Economic Order: A Case of Institutional and Strategic Missteps

Over the past fifteen years, Europe’s economic position has deteriorated significantly. In 2008, Europe’s GDP was roughly equal to that of the United States, with both accounting for about 25% of global GDP. However, today, the U.S. economy has surpassed $26 trillion, while Europe’s total GDP has shrunk to just over half of that. This … Continue reading The Decline of Europe’s Economy and the Shifting Global Economic Order: A Case of Institutional and Strategic Missteps →

The Economics of the Reciprocal Tariff Memorandum: A Detailed Analysis

Introduction Today, we’ll dive into the recent Reciprocal Tariff Memorandum signed by President Trump on February 14, 2025, and analyze its potential impact on global trade, the U.S. economy, and major equity markets. We’ll also assess how key regions, such as Asia and Europe, may react to this policy and explore its long-term consequences on … Continue reading The Economics of the Reciprocal Tariff Memorandum: A Detailed Analysis →