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US Productivity Stagnates: Brookings Assessment
brookings productivity Weak productivity growth lies at the heart of sluggish US GDP gains and subpar real wage growth. The sources of lower efficiency gains are complex, and the Brookings Institute make a useful contribution tothis crucial debate.
US Fiscal Challenge: Entitlement Reform Key to Long Term Sustainability
The Trump agenda fiscal agenda has focused on tax reform, and especially the scope for cutting taxes. However, the esteemed Brookings Institute reminds us that despite the recent sharp declines in the US Federal government deficit, the USA confronts formidable fiscal challenges over the medium term. Eventually, the growth in American entitlement spending will … Continue reading US Fiscal Challenge: Entitlement Reform Key to Long Term Sustainability
Investment Strategy: Next 6 Months are Key for Trump Presidency
3 September 2017 Welcome to the launch of what will be a regular strategy review. Macro-themes have dominated market moves, especially following the Brexit referendum and the US and French elections. With the Trump Presidency entering a potentially decisive six months, I believe this will remain true during the year ahead. I am a believer … Continue reading Investment Strategy: Next 6 Months are Key for Trump Presidency