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In-depth analysis of economic and financial trends in the Chinese economy.

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Research and analysis on the intersection of technology and policy developments in finance.

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Monthly analysis of global sanctions regimes—highlighting new listings, delistings, and the motivations behind these changes.

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Europe′s Fiscal Burden in Focus

Econographics Feb 10, 2026

China’s warning on US Treasuries—and why its timing matters

By Jeremy Mark, Josh Lipsky

Beijing has joined the conversation on the dollar. It was leaked this week that Chinese regulators have been urging domestic financial institutions to cut back on US Treasuries, and this timing is no coincidence.
China Dollar Dominance
Europe′s Fiscal Burden in Focus

Econographics Feb 4, 2026

Understanding the vibe shift on the dollar

By Daniel McDowell, Bart Piasecki, Jessie Yin

Gold prices surged to record highs last week, driven by trade tensions, tariffs, and dollar uncertainty. For some, the rally signals rising skepticism about the greenback’s stability—even as policymakers insist the US remains committed to a strong dollar.
Dollar Dominance Economy & Business
Europe′s Fiscal Burden in Focus

Econographics Jan 22, 2026

When will Wall Street’s tolerance for uncertainty run out?

By Jessie Yin, Josh Lipsky

In a decade of geoeconomic shocks, few events have truly shaken investor confidence. But Wall Street may be too complacent to political volatility.
Economy & Business Macroeconomics

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G20 Summit in Rio

Econographics

Nov 27, 2024

Divided COP29 and G20 Summits: A taste of things to come

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert">Hung Tran</span>

President-Elect Trump's "America First" approach is already raising concerns at the G20 and COP29.

Brazil Climate Change & Climate Action

Econographics

Nov 22, 2024

Sanctions expectations in a second Trump administration

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert">Daniel Tannebaum</span>

Sanctions are poised to remain a cornerstone of US foreign policy under a second Trump administration. With a focus on Iran, Russia, and potentially China, Trump's team may lean on tools like secondary sanctions while navigating a tense geopolitical environment.

China Europe & Eurasia

Econographics

Nov 22, 2024

The United States has trade leverage with China, but not as much as Washington thinks

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert">Josh Lipsky</span>, <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert">Mrugank Bhusari</span>

Diversification away from China is proving far more difficult for high value-added goods such as electronics – and the incoming Trump administration knows that.

China Economy & Business

EconoGraphics

Nov 4, 2024

How data control is driving a new US-China economic divide 

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert" >Jesse Sucher</span>

China’s increased restrictions on corporate and financial data make it difficult for the United States and allies to enforce economic statecraft tools like sanctions and supply chain safeguards.

China Economy & Business

Econographics

Nov 1, 2024

The underestimated implications of the BRICS Summit in Russia

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert">Hung Tran</span>

It is a mistake for the West to dismiss the power of symbolism and narratives in the geopolitical competition for global influence.

Digital Currencies Economy & Business

Econographics

Oct 31, 2024

Financial sanctions can disrupt fentanyl flows to the United States

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert" >Kimberly Donovan, Maia Nikoladze, Mikael Pir-Budagyan, and Grace Kim</span>

Fentanyl is one of the leading causes of death among young and middle-aged Americans. Financial sanctions should be used more frequently by the US government to tactically disrupt the trade of fentanyl and other illicit drugs.

China Economy & Business

Econographics

Oct 22, 2024

A crack in the BRICS: Iran’s economic challenges take center stage at Russia’s summit 

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert">Josh Lipsky</span>, <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert">Alisha Chhangani</span>

The reality is that Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will show up to the BRICS leaders meeting and look for support across the BRICS not only in the military domain, but also for his country’s economy.

Economy & Business Financial Sanctions and Economic Coercion

Econographics

Oct 18, 2024

The rising influence of geopolitics in economic crisis support

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert" >Patrick Ryan and Amulya Natchukuri</span>

Newer insurance mechanisms such as bilateral swap lines and regional financing arrangements are increasingly being used as political footballs.

Economy & Business Financial Regulation

Econographics

Oct 7, 2024

China’s recent monetary easing measures are useful, but not enough

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert">Hung Tran</span>

Beijing's September monetary and financial measures need to be matched by forceful fiscal actions to revitalize China’s lackluster economic prospects.

China Economy & Business

Econographics

Oct 4, 2024

The IMF needs to find its geopolitical bearing

By <span class="gta-embed–tax–expert gta-post-embed–tax–expert">Martin Mühleisen</span>

Western delegates should think hard about how the financial and intellectual capital invested in the institutions can be put to better use in the interests of democracies around the world.

Economy & Business Financial Regulation
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EconoGraphics

Oct 7, 2016

Europe′s Fiscal Burden in Focus

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Filippos Letsas</span>

The European Union’s (EU) Stability and Growth Pact requires Eurozone countries to annually lay out their fiscal plans for the following three years. The European Commission (EC) then compares the member states’ reports with its own projections and those produced by independent bodies, such as the International Monetary Fund (IMF), to evaluate whether the member states are on track to reach their Medium-Term Budgetary Objectives (MTOs).

Economy & Business European Union

EconoGraphics

Sep 30, 2016

Myanmar: Post-Sanctions Landscape

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Filippos Letsas</span>

On the occasion of Myanmar’s State Counselor Aung San Suu Kyi’s recent visit to the United States (U.S.), President Obama announced that executive sanctions on Myanmar would soon be lifted. This will grant Myanmar greater access to the U.S. market and encourage U.S. companies to invest in the country. Trade between the two countries remains at relatively low levels (i.e. $225 million in 2015), with U.S. investment to Myanmar accounting for only 0.2% of the country’s Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).

Economy & Business Financial Sanctions and Economic Coercion

EconoGraphics

Sep 13, 2016

TTIP = So (Ger)Many Benefits

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Filippos Letsas</span>

As the most export-driven major economy in the European Union (EU), Germany stands to benefit greatly from a robust Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP) agreement.

Economy & Business European Union

EconoGraphics

Jul 12, 2016

Taking Stock of European Banks: Improvements Amid Challenges

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Nathaniel Rome</span>

Since the British referendum, Europe’s banking sector has come under renewed scrutiny from financial markets as well as European Union officials and finance ministers. A primary focus is on Italy - which has accumulated $400 billion in gross bad loans - and the EU-Italy talks about how to recapitalize the weak Italian banks.

Economy & Business European Union

EconoGraphics

Jun 29, 2016

Econographics – TTIP

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Nathaniel Rome</span>

The United Kingdom’s (UK) vote last week to leave the European Union (EU) has raised questions about the future of the Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership (TTIP). TTIP is a trade agreement currently being negotiated by the United States (US) and the EU that will eliminate tariffs, reduce red tape, and set a new standard for international trade agreements. Following the Brexit vote, US Trade Representative Michael Froman and European Commissioner for Trade Cecilia Malmström released statements reaffirming their commitment to TTIP.

Economy & Business European Union

Bremain vs Brexit

Jun 21, 2016

London Riches Falling Down

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Nathaniel Rome</span>

London is the undisputed financial capital of Europe, and is rivaled only by New York City for the top spot worldwide (Global Financial Centers Index). When competing on a level playing field, London outperforms other major European financial centers because of the superior human capital, infrastructure, and regulatory environment of the city. London dominates 78 percent of European FOREX trading and generates a trade surplus worth tens of billions of pounds (UK Office of National Statistics).

Economy & Business European Union

Bremain vs Brexit

Jun 9, 2016

Britannia, Rule the Trade!

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Nathaniel Rome & TK Spandhla</span>

The decades following World War II experienced an explosion of global trade. The annual growth rate of global exports averaged 8 percent in the 1950s, 9 percent in the 1960s, and 20 percent in the 1970s (World Trade Organization). During this boom of global trade, the volume of UK exports grew in absolute terms. However, up until the mid-1970s, the UK trade growth lagged behind the global average.

Economy & Business European Union

EconoGraphics

Jun 1, 2016

Not The Time to Falter: Economic Sanctions Against Russia

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Alvaro Morales Salto Weis</span>

As the European Union (EU) prepares to unanimously extend its economic sanctions on Russia when they expire on July, it is a good opportunity to take a closer look. After Russia´s illegal annexation of Crimea and interference in Eastern Ukraine, the U.S. and the EU enacted economic sanctions in a coordinated manner, which were followed by other Allies and partners like Canada and Australia.

Economy & Business Europe & Eurasia

EconoGraphics

Apr 13, 2016

Europe’s Path to Budget Equilibrium

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Alvaro Morales Salto Weis & TK Spandhla</span>

The European Union’s 28 member nations are required by Stability and Growth Pact to keep their budget deficits to within 3 percent of GDP. According to the European Commission forecast (as of winter 2016) six countries will exceed this level in 2016: the U.K., France, Spain, Greece, Croatia and Portugal. Romania will post a deficit at the threshold. This is an improvement from 2009 and 2010, when no fewer than 22 EU countries overstepped the deficit limit.

Economy & Business European Union

EconoGraphics

Apr 1, 2016

The European Refugee Surge: Transforming Challenges into Opportunities

By <span class="gta-embed--tax--expert gta-post-embed--tax--expert" >Alvaro Morales Salto Weis & TK Spandhla</span>

Asylum applications to the European Union (EU) set an all-time record in 2015, more than doubling the 2014 figure, according to EUROSTAT. After the recent agreement between Turkey and the EU, the influx of refugees is expected to decrease significantly.

Afghanistan Europe & Eurasia
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