EconomyCommentary
The Long History of the Economic Costs of Higher Tariffs
What are the economic effects of tariffs? That question has been studied in detail dating back to Adam Smith’s “The Wealth of Nations” in 1776,… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Whirlpool Advocated for Tariffs on Washers. Now, It’s Going Through the Wringers.
Last year, the Trump administration implemented a three-year tariff rate quota on residential washing machines and parts. The tariffs were implemented because the government determined… Read More
InternationalCommentary
The Time Is Ripe for a US-Swiss Trade Agreement
Switzerland is known for many things: chocolate, cheese, watches, banking, and of course multifunction army knives. Not surprisingly, what these Swiss items have in common… Read More
EconomyCommentary
New Trade Deficit Numbers Remind Us Why They Don’t Matter
The numbers are in, and the U.S. trade deficit in 2018 was roughly $621 billion, a 10-year high. That number doesn’t mean much by itself,… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Why the Reciprocal Trade Act’s Tit-for-Tat Tariffs Aren’t a Good Idea
“Reciprocal trade policy” sounds good in theory, but the proposed Reciprocal Trade Act sounds less like the golden rule—“Do unto others as you would have… Read More
EconomyCommentary
With Deadline Looming, Can US-China Trade Deal Get Done?
Are President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping ever going to make a trade deal? Can they make a deal? According to the White… Read More
EconomyCommentary
The Real Harm Tariffs Are Doing to Our Economy
In recent days, reports have surfaced highlighting the potential long-term impacts of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration over the last year. Economic growth could… Read More
EconomyCommentary
It’s Time to Make a Trade Deal With China
As American and Chinese delegations wrap up trade talks Thursday in Washington, the official word is that U.S. negotiators have articulated where they want China… Read More
Economy Analysis
Podcast: The Trade Deal’s Overlooked Liberal Policies
There’s a lot to like about the new United States-Canada-Mexico trade deal (also known as the USMCA), says Tori Whiting of The Heritage Foundation. But… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Apprenticeship Pact Moves the US-Swiss Partnership Forward
The United States and Switzerland on Dec. 8 launched a new, pragmatic partnership by signing a memorandum of understanding on apprenticeships. The notable signing ceremony… Read More
EconomyCommentary
The Reasons Protectionists Want to Keep the Economic Pie From Growing Are Half-Baked
During the holiday season, the weather cools and families gather, and we anticipate a delicious family dinner. When dinner comes to a close, we enjoy… Read More
InternationalCommentary
China’s ‘Economic’ Losses Aren’t Because of US Trade Success
China’s economic growth has been slowing down, but it was slowing down before President Donald Trump entered the White House, and it will continue to… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Trump’s Trade War Is Causing Long-Term Damage
Since launching the trade dispute with China, the Trump administration has curbed concerns about its tariffs and subsequent retaliation with the mantra “short-term pain for… Read More
EconomyCommentary
The Dangers in Believing Economic Security Is National Security
The director of the Office of Trade and Manufacturing Policy at the White House, Peter Navarro, on Friday will give a speech at the Center… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Tariff Exemptions Don’t Cut It. Just Shave Off Trade Barriers.
“Buy American” is a popular slogan with a lot of appeal for the American public. Its focus on U.S.-made goods seems to emphasize our country’s… Read More
EconomyNews
‘Satisfactory Deal’ With China Could Lead to Lifting of Tariffs, Kudlow Says
President Donald Trump might remove tariffs placed on imported Chinese goods, the chairman of the president’s National Economic Council says. The announcement by economic adviser… Read More
EconomyAnalysis
Threats of More Tariffs on Chinese Imports Hang in Balance as G-20 Talks Loom
A recent report may shed some light on the next round of the U.S.-China trade war. According to Bloomberg, President Donald Trump will place new… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Apple Got Special Relief From Trump’s Tariffs. Not Every Business Is So Lucky.
One of the problems with tariffs—and there are many—is that well-connected firms regularly win concessions that give them special advantages over others. Apple, the tech… Read More
EconomyInternationalCommentary
5 Reasons to Pursue a US-Swiss Trade Agreement
U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer recently informed Congress that the United States would like to pursue trade talks with the European Union, the United Kingdom,… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Steel Tariffs Mean No Party for This Maker of Beer Kegs
Pennsylvania-based American Keg, the only U.S. company that makes beer kegs, has been sobered by the results of President Donald Trump’s recent tariffs on imported… Read More
EconomyNews
What You Need to Know About the New Trade Deal
This is a transcript of an interview on the Oct. 2 Daily Signal podcast. Katrina Trinko: So, before we break out the champagne and start… Read More
Economy News
The Daily Signal Podcast: A First Look at the USMCA Trade Deal
Is the new United States Mexico Canada Agreement better than the North American Free Trade Agreement? The Heritage Foundation’s Tori Whiting joins us to discuss… Read More
InternationalCommentary
Brexit Is Around the Corner. Here’s a Key Step to Renew the US-UK Special Relationship.
It is undeniable that the United States and the United Kingdom have a “special relationship.” Throughout periods of global change, and in times of tumult… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Newspapers Win as Trade Commission Spikes Tariffs on Canadian Newsprint
American newspapers, their workers, and readers dodged a protectionist bullet last week when the U.S. International Trade Commission unanimously blocked the Trump administration from imposing… Read More
EconomyNews
In Ditching NAFTA, Trump Reaches Deal With Mexico, Invites Canada to Join
President Donald Trump called a new, preliminary deal with Mexico “the U.S.-Mexico Trade Agreement,” announcing Monday that he had kept a campaign promise to terminate… Read More
EconomyCommentary
US Holds Talks With Chinese Officials as Trade War Looms
China’s Ministry of Commerce sent trade officials to Washington this week at the invitation of the United States. This is a welcome respite from all… Read More
EconomyCommentary
No End in Sight as US Trade War With China Reaches 1-Year Mark
It’s been a year since the White House launched a trade war with China. On Aug. 14, 2017, President Trump instructed U.S. Trade Representative Robert… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Thank God for ‘Avocados From Mexico’
It is difficult to read the phrase “avocados from Mexico” without singing the catchy tune from a popular Super Bowl commercial. These commercials ring true… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Liam Fox’s Robust Case for Free Trade
This is not the time to back off on free trade. In fact, as British conservative Liam Fox said recently, it is the time to… Read More
EconomyCommentary
Trump Moves in the Right Direction on Trade With Europe
This week, the White House is singing a new tune on trade and it sounds promising. President Donald Trump, in a joint press conference with… Read More
