Andy's PJE 2013-15 SL Economics class

BRUSSELS-The European Union could drop controversial investor-protection rules from its free-trade talks with the U.S., it is unlikely they do the same for its trade deal with Canada, its designated trade commissioner said. The deal is an important agreement between the states and the EU because it allows for faster and simpler trading between the countries. However, the debate has been intense around a specific clause which provides investors with additional protection which, if exploited, could allow them to potentially sue governments. The question is how free should the trade agreement be and what is the right level of government control.

Foreign currency markets have always been a popular trading ground. However, towards the end of summer the picture looked oblique since volatility in exchange rates (rate of fluctuation in price) has been dropping, something that means less profits for traders. New regulations and restrictions as well as additional attention on the currency markets by regulators seems to be one of the causes for this. More over, low interest rates due to the recent crisis mean that currencies are not experiencing much change and have essentially flat lined. Most floating exchange rates appear to me fixed. This means lost revenue to banks and traders dealing in these markets.

Naira down almost 4 percent this year as oil prices fall. Due to a recent fail of major Nigerian banks lending of US dollar his high. The Central bank is trying to ease the pressure on the Naira but putting tighter regulations in place when it comes to borrowing foreign funds. This may be an attempt to reduce demand for dollar and decrease supply of Naira.

LONDON Nov 7 (Reuters) - Britain's goods trade deficit widened by more than expected in September, hit by a jump in oil imports and by weak export growth to the European Union, official data showed on Friday. This article paints a very clear picture about Britain's ever increasing manufacturing crisis. Britain has becomes a consumer nation, with little being produced that could reduce the current account deficit. The figures in the article show a continued increase in deficit which will have to lead to more borrowing to bridge the gap. To me this suggests that more has to be done to increase the balance of trade in goods through manufacturing and high end exports in goods.

India is experiencing a huge trade deficit and is now trying to reduce that by signing a deal with China to increase collaboration between the two countries. The deal will hopefully see more exports from India to China and break down chinese trade barriers to make access to the market better for India.

Germany has dropped its opposition to an EU trade deal with Canada despite continuing concerns over the inclusion of controversial investor protection rules. This is an example of an international trade agreement and how is can be difficult for governments to balance domestic politics with international politics.

The following article talks about how China has loosened its one baby policy, in order to face the growing problem of a rapidly aging population and slowing economic growth. However many young couples are not taking advantage of this new policy due to the rapidly rising costs of living in China.

Bruce Bartlett held senior policy roles in the Reagan and George H.W. Bush administrations and served on the staffs of Representatives Jack Kemp and Ron Paul. Perspectives from expert contributors. With the debt limit debate temporarily set aside, the Obama administration is talking about finding some way to create jobs and stimulate growth.

Five economic issues that have the RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan worried - Economic Times

This talks about why the policy makers, despite awareness of global warning, are not acting to harm the oil industry - The oil industry seems to have a possitive effect on employment and economic growth.

The following article talks about how Obama is trying to help the poor of the United States by "expanding low income tax breaks" and offering them other benefits as well. This would hopefully not only benefit the poor, but also increase AD in the economy as now more people have more money to spend.

this article is about a possible different way of a business cycle for the future. it shows the recent unemployment rate and it impact on the economy. and investors choosing to invest in new advanced technology will solve some problems like gas price increasing etc

Pay increase and a fall in unemployment a boost for the Bank of England

This article talks about how the inflation in the USA has been non existing for the last couple of years, and how it now might change due to changes in expectations.

"As the country launches itself on a higher growth trajectory but with rising unemployment, a report says that unemployability is a bigger crisis than unemployment."

The following article talks about the riots that have been occurring in Venezuela throughout the past few months. It discusses how protesters are angry at the government for rising unemployment and the scarcity of basic items and other commodities. It talks about how already 25 people have died during the riots, according to the government.

"The UK economy grew by 1.9% in 2013, its strongest rate since 2007, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS)"

This article talks about how the UK's economy is growing as a result of the long-policies the government made in order to rebalance the economy.

Poverty rates, inflation, unemployment, food scarcity, and social unrest are on the rise and the government is not only failing to combat it but in some cases is contributing to it, the Egyptian Centre for Economic and Social Rights argues in a report.