For a more fulsome discussion of the separation of powers, international relations, and
economic policy issues raised by the Animal Science Products case, see my recent Heritage Foundation Legal Memorandum entitled The Supreme Court and Animal Science Products: Sovereignty and Export Cartels.
Please contact me with any questions about any budget or
economic policy issues at 212-721-5624.
The 2013 - 2014 Executive Budget also includes proposals on two
economic policy issues which have been a major focus of FPI's work over the years: restoring the purchasing power of the minimum wage and modernizing the Unemployment Insurance system.
If you have any questions about the February 3rd briefing or about any budget or
economic policy issues, please contact us by telephone at 518-786-3156 or by e-mail at
[email protected].
If you have any questions about the February 28th briefing or about any budget or
economic policy issues, please contact us by telephone at 518-786-3156 or by e-mail at
[email protected].
If you have any questions about the February 13th briefing or about any budget or
economic policy issues, please contact us by telephone at 518-786-3156 or by e-mail at
[email protected].
Over the summer, I have expanded my website to include a new blog that will enable me to comment on
economic policy issues and current events more generally.
And while that issue is newly top - of - mind for many voters, some bedrock
economic policy issues also deserve attention from the candidates during their last in - person exchange of the year:
Not exact matches
«This is a pro-business
issue,» says Dean Baker, co-director of the nonpartisan Center for
Economic and
Policy Research in Washington, D.C. «You have a lot of firms that lose workers; making child care accessible and affordable can increase the labor pool.»
Other countries have argued that discussions and decisions on this
issue should be tackled at a global level and with the help of the Organisation for
Economic Cooperation and Development, a group that advises its 35 members on tax
policy.
Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, without limitation: (1) the effect of
economic conditions in the industries and markets in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate in the U.S. and globally and any changes therein, including financial market conditions, fluctuations in commodity prices, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, levels of end market demand in construction and in both the commercial and defense segments of the aerospace industry, levels of air travel, financial condition of commercial airlines, the impact of weather conditions and natural disasters and the financial condition of our customers and suppliers; (2) challenges in the development, production, delivery, support, performance and realization of the anticipated benefits of advanced technologies and new products and services; (3) the scope, nature, impact or timing of acquisition and divestiture or restructuring activity, including the pending acquisition of Rockwell Collins, including among other things integration of acquired businesses into United Technologies» existing businesses and realization of synergies and opportunities for growth and innovation; (4) future timing and levels of indebtedness, including indebtedness expected to be incurred by United Technologies in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition, and capital spending and research and development spending, including in connection with the pending Rockwell Collins acquisition; (5) future availability of credit and factors that may affect such availability, including credit market conditions and our capital structure; (6) the timing and scope of future repurchases of United Technologies» common stock, which may be suspended at any time due to various factors, including market conditions and the level of other investing activities and uses of cash, including in connection with the proposed acquisition of Rockwell; (7) delays and disruption in delivery of materials and services from suppliers; (8) company and customer - directed cost reduction efforts and restructuring costs and savings and other consequences thereof; (9) new business and investment opportunities; (10) our ability to realize the intended benefits of organizational changes; (11) the anticipated benefits of diversification and balance of operations across product lines, regions and industries; (12) the outcome of legal proceedings, investigations and other contingencies; (13) pension plan assumptions and future contributions; (14) the impact of the negotiation of collective bargaining agreements and labor disputes; (15) the effect of changes in political conditions in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate, including the effect of changes in U.S. trade
policies or the U.K.'s pending withdrawal from the EU, on general market conditions, global trade
policies and currency exchange rates in the near term and beyond; (16) the effect of changes in tax (including U.S. tax reform enacted on December 22, 2017, which is commonly referred to as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017), environmental, regulatory (including among other things import / export) and other laws and regulations in the U.S. and other countries in which United Technologies and Rockwell Collins operate; (17) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins to receive the required regulatory approvals (and the risk that such approvals may result in the imposition of conditions that could adversely affect the combined company or the expected benefits of the merger) and to satisfy the other conditions to the closing of the pending acquisition on a timely basis or at all; (18) the occurrence of events that may give rise to a right of one or both of United Technologies or Rockwell Collins to terminate the merger agreement, including in circumstances that might require Rockwell Collins to pay a termination fee of $ 695 million to United Technologies or $ 50 million of expense reimbursement; (19) negative effects of the announcement or the completion of the merger on the market price of United Technologies» and / or Rockwell Collins» common stock and / or on their respective financial performance; (20) risks related to Rockwell Collins and United Technologies being restricted in their operation of their businesses while the merger agreement is in effect; (21) risks relating to the value of the United Technologies» shares to be
issued in connection with the pending Rockwell acquisition, significant merger costs and / or unknown liabilities; (22) risks associated with third party contracts containing consent and / or other provisions that may be triggered by the Rockwell merger agreement; (23) risks associated with merger - related litigation or appraisal proceedings; and (24) the ability of United Technologies and Rockwell Collins, or the combined company, to retain and hire key personnel.
During one event attended by the prime minister that week, an investment seminar hosted by the Japan External Trade Organization and the Japanese Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry at the Pierre Hotel, Dr. Ziad Haider, special representative for commercial and business affairs at the US Department of State said, «Secretary Kerry... likes to say that foreign
policy is
economic policy, and in saying that he's referring to that interplay between foreign
policy, foreign affairs,
economic issues, and it's certainly true with bilateral diplomatic relations, as well.»
Even if the tech industry generally has a cluster of
policy, regulatory, and
economic issues it might want to raise with Trump, ranging from visas to the insourcing of manufacturing, Musk is unlikely to miss the opportunity to draw a line in the sand.
Ross also pointed out that the trade deficit with China — at a record $ 276 billion last year — is a result primarily of
economic factors instead of
policy issues.
«We won't paper over those differences,» said Daniel Kritenbrink, a senior China advisor to President Obama, referring to the
policy gaps on cyberspace and
economic issues between the two countries.
The U.S. central bank is scheduled to
issue its latest
policy statement and updated
economic projections following a two - day meeting at 2 p.m. EDT.
Cruz and his wife, Heidi, mingled with the crowd, delivered joint remarks for more than an hour, prayed with the audience for some 90 minutes more and took questions on everything from foreign
policy to faith to
economic issues.
The Morning Consult
Policy Index is an ongoing poll of voters» opinions about
economic, technology, health, and environmental
issues.
«Even if you think Cohn was misguided or mistaken on
policy issues, everything he did as Director of the National
Economic Council he did for the right reasons,» Cramer said.
December 2002 (769 kb PDF file): Research summaries on IMF conditionality and country ownership of reforms and on public
policies and the Millennium Development Goals; country / area study: Hong Kong SAR; summaries of conferences on challenges to central banking from globalized financial systems and on globalization in historical perspective; agenda of Third Annual IMF Research Conference; summary of September 2002 World
Economic Outlook; visiting scholars at the IMF; contents of latest
issue of IMF Staff Papers, other IMF research publications.
Given these positive surprises, and because monetary
policy must be forward - looking to achieve our inflation target, Governing Council's discussions focused on three main
issues: first, the extent to which recent strength is signalling stronger
economic momentum in Canada and globally; second, how heightened levels of uncertainty, particularly about US tax and trade
policies, should be incorporated in our outlook; and third, how much excess capacity the economy currently has, and the growth rate of potential output going forward.
As Chief Economist, Brian is tasked with measuring the impact of the sector and bringing
economic issues facing charities and nonprofits to the forefront of public
policy decision makers.
The Chief Economist for Canada's Charitable and Nonprofit Sector is responsible for measuring the impact of the sector and bringing its
economic issues forward to public
policy decision makers.
As Chief Economist for Canada's Charitable and Nonprofit Sector, Brian Emmett is tasked with measuring the impact of the sector and bringing
economic issues facing charities and nonprofits to the forefront of public
policy decision makers.
In the
policy statement the Fed
issued after the January meeting, the central bank outlined its approach to raising rates, saying it «expects that
economic conditions will evolve in a manner that will warrant further gradual increases in the federal funds rate.»
While writing broadly about
economic issues, Rosalie's research interest focuses on the implications of technology and innovation with the goal of identifying
policy gaps, misaligned incentive mechanisms, and assessing potential causes and solutions.
Younger millennials (18 - 24) are more likely to argue that
economic opportunities should shape Canada's foreign
policy, while older millennials (25 - 34) are more likely to identify opportunities for collaboration on global
issues, such as climate change, as shaping our international outreach.
We actively seek to expand our role in advancing public
policy and producing resources for Northwest leaders and community partners that tackle
issues of racial and
economic inequality.
Zach Moller is a Senior
Policy Analyst for the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, where he researches
economic, revenue, and budgetary
issues.
This research area covers rules governing trade between Canada and other countries or among Canadian provinces, the impact of trade restrictions or of their removal, and
policy issues affecting the ability of Canadians to compete in world markets, including questions of international
economic cooperation.
Looking for a media source or a speaker who can meet your deadlines and comment on a wide range of business,
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We have to address specific
issues related to
economic policy if we are going to live up to our potential.
ARI is a national, not - for - profit, non-partisan public opinion research foundation established to advance education by commissioning, conducting and disseminating to the public accessible and impartial statistical data, research and
policy analysis on economics, political science, philanthropy, public administration, domestic and international affairs and other socio -
economic issues of importance to Canada and its world.
At SLCG, he provided
economic consulting to law firms involved in complex securities litigation and technical assistance on market structure, regulatory
policy, and risk management
issues to domestic and international securities regulators and market participants.
Alan Greenspan was known as adept at gaining consensus among Fed board members on
policy issues and for serving during one of the most severe
economic crises of the late 20th century, the aftermath of the stock market crash of 1987.
this week the Minister of Finance held his seventh National
Policy Retreat with business, academic and other «experts» to discuss job creation and
economic growth, particularly «
issues» related to «skill shortages, labor mobility, internal trade and promoting investment in Canada.»
Correcting misguided conventional wisdom about China's major
economic, political, and foreign
policy issues.
In August, Mr. Flaherty met with his advisory panel as well as selected business representatives and academics to discuss key
issues facing Canada and «to shape the
policies and initiatives of the next phase of Canada's
Economic Action Plan».
Kalanick, among other tech CEOs, is a member of a
policy group established to advise Trump on
economic and
policy issues.
Contrary to
economic research that suggested tougher return
policies, a new study published in the September
issue of the Journal of Marketing strongly recommends a
policy of universal free product returns for online and distant retailers.
Oil sands development is a matter of provincial government
policy: in a government
policy paper (the Mineable Oil Sands Strategy)
issued a few years ago (and since recalled), the core area of the oil sands resources in Alberta was designated a «sacrifice zone», within which it was acknowledged that significant and irreversible environmental impact would be permitted to occur, to enable the realization of the significant
economic benefits such development promised.
And while Canadians may take pride in more engagement in crisis
issues affecting people around the world, when it comes to immigration, they take a practical view, overwhelmingly titling towards
policy based that puts Canada's
economic needs before humanitarian considerations:
I would be delighted to follow up my appearance on Midpoint: Question Everything with Ed Berliner, in which Ed and I discussed the
economic issues around immigration
policy, with a few points and references.
Specifically, the FOMC is opting to retain its easy monetary
policies, but undertake no new initiatives at this time, Perhaps the Fed went this more conservative route in view of the somewhat better news out on the
economic front over the past few weeks, notably the generally improving housing metrics, the pickup in June's personal income, and the surprising uptick in the Conference Board's Consumer Confidence Index for July
issued yesterday.
There's a tremendous amount of financial anxiety in various global markets, whether it's
economic issues with regard to trade or deficits, or concerns regarding foreign exchange
policies and valuations.
Main Street Views highlights the diverse range of
economic research and programs of the Kansas City Fed, including the annual Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium; analysis of macroeconomic, banking, and payments issues; and insight into the seven states and industries of the Tenth Federal Reserve D
economic research and programs of the Kansas City Fed, including the annual Jackson Hole
Economic Policy Symposium; analysis of macroeconomic, banking, and payments issues; and insight into the seven states and industries of the Tenth Federal Reserve D
Economic Policy Symposium; analysis of macroeconomic, banking, and payments
issues; and insight into the seven states and industries of the Tenth Federal Reserve District.
Former Managing Partner Marc Gross has over thirty years» experience litigating securities fraud and derivative actions, is a Vice President of the Institute of Law and
Economic Policy, and frequently speaks at educational and legal forums on
issues affecting shareholders.
Mr. Melby was a senior staff member on the National Security Council from 1987 to 1993, during which he participated in bilateral and multilateral trade and
economic negotiations, including the North American Free Trade Agreement, the Uruguay Round, bilateral
economic issues, international energy
policy and export controls.
The Finance Minister has also created an Advisory Council on
Economic Growth to provide policy recommendations that would strengthen stronger long - term economic growth — the same issues being examined by the Finance Co
Economic Growth to provide
policy recommendations that would strengthen stronger long - term
economic growth — the same issues being examined by the Finance Co
economic growth — the same
issues being examined by the Finance Committee.
Hear from experts on the latest
economic trends in China and important
issues in US - China commercial
policy.