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Wage stagnation will shape US politics

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UNITED STATES

One of the more troubling features of the economic recovery, for workers and politicians alike, is lagging wage growth. This could indicate a substantial shift in the US economy…

Low-growth economy will shape post-Obama US politics

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UNITED STATES

Populist discontent with existing economic policies and anger about economic inequalities have featured in the US presidential struggle between Trump and Clinton. These anxieties…

New Zealand housing market may take a dive

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NEW ZEALAND

The likelihood of a housing market crash in New Zealand.

US race protests will not lead to wide reforms

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UNITED STATES

Trump is facing ‘Black Lives Matter’ (BLM) protests in many urban centres. These have spurred riots, with businesses and police being attacked over racism concerns.

Puerto Rican fiscal crunch is approaching Congress

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PUERTO RICO

Puerto Rico has suffered from an inability to service its debts, as its economy has been in or near recession since 2005. Its population has declined -- especially the working age…

Migrant lack will worsen Eastern Europe’s skills set

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EASTERN EUROPE

The plan includes investment in the skills needed for the transition from heavy industry to a greener, smarter and more electric future. Those skills are in short supply thanks to…

Prospects for the United Kingdom in 2020

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PROSPECTS 2020

Prospects for the United Kingdom in 2020.

Brazil's incipient economic improvement is fragile

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BRAZIL

Recent improvements in different indicators and market confidence in the economically orthodox stance by the new government of new President Michel Temer have increased bets that…

COVID responses will impact Canada provincial politics

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CANADA

Although the pandemic is beginning to recede in much of Canada, the federal and provincial governments are preparing for the onset of winter and its likely impact on case counts…