Large firms contribute disproportionately to the economic performance of countries: they are more productive, pay higher wages, enjoy higher profits and are more successful in international markets. The differences between European countries in… Read More
Discussion and analysis on international comparison using Purchasing Power Parity (PPP) have been somewhat neglected in recent years. With recent shifts in economic growth and constantly changing poverty dynamics, as well as forthcoming… Read More
€-coin registers a slight decline in May €-coin worsened slightly in May, falling to -0.13% from -0.08% in April. The decline reflects the performance of share prices and the deterioration in some indicators… Read More
Two myths about a Greek exit from the euro have recently gained traction. Both are misguided and both are extremely dangerous. Here are the reasons why. After the Greek parties failed to form… Read More
Since its collapse in autumn 2008, the world economy has gone through three phases: a year or more of rapid decline; a bounce back in 2009–10, which nevertheless did not amount to a… Read More
The International Monetary Fund’s reduced medium-term forecast for China’s current-account surplus of about 4 percent of gross domestic product is belated recognition of recent developments. The adjustment may still turn out to be… Read More
23 February, 2012 4:45 PM Obama Tax Reform Plan a Mixed Bag for U.S. Corporates The Obama administration’s white paper on corporate tax reform leaves many details unresolved, but Fitch sees the potential… Read More
