On My Desk
Fragments of thought, ongoing research, and things that catch my eye.
Trump's Tariffs Tracker: A New Era of Trade War?
Originally published on Jan 17th, 2026 by Bloomberg. Tracking the escalating trade barriers as the Trump administration imposes new tariffs on major trading partners.
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The economics of regime change
Originally published on Jan 15th, 2026 by The Economist. This article explores the profound economic implications of political transitions and the resulting shifts in policy and market expectations.
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Do not mistake a resilient global economy for populist success
Originally published on Jan 8th, 2026 by The Economist. The world economy is surprisingly sturdy, but this resilience is due to free markets, not the protectionist barriers politicians are building.
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The 'ChatGPT moment' has arrived for manufacturing
Originally published on Jan 7th, 2026 by The Economist. Generative AI is finally hitting the factory floor, allowing machines to be controlled by natural language and revolutionizing industrial productivity.
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America's missing manufacturing renaissance
Originally published on Jan 6th, 2026 by The Economist. This article examines why the promised manufacturing boom in the U.S. has yet to materialize, citing the adverse effects of tariffs and high interest rates.
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