Richard Katz
TPA: Discontent Behind the Dysfunction, Part 3
written by Richard Katz on June 19, 2015
If TPP were going to produce very sizable real income gains for most American workers (through some combination of higher wages and lower prices), then the economic arguments for TPP might be more persuasive.
TPA: Discontent Behind the Dysfunction, Part 5
written by Richard Katz on June 23, 2015
Senate approves close of debate on TPA 60-37; TAA requires another vote; and then a vote in the House. Under TPA, even if TPP were concluded tomorrow, it would be at least four months before Congress could vote on ratification.
TPA: Discontent Behind Dysfunction, Part 4
written by Richard Katz on June 22, 2015
Congress leaders hope to pass TPA within a week or so, but that does not mean quick conclusion to TPP talks.
TPA: Discontent Behind the Dysfunction, Part 2
written by Richard Katz on June 18, 2015
TPP is in trouble because half of the public no longer believes free trade benefits them
TPA: The Discontent Behind the Dysfunction, Part 1
written by Richard Katz on June 17, 2015
Putting off TPA vote to July 30 may be the best option if it gives time for viable compromise.
House Vote Not Death Knell for TPA
written by Richard Katz on June 12, 2015
House vote on TPA today is not the death knell for TPA, but part of the process of negotiations.
CAPEX Shows life in Revised GDP Numbers
written by Richard Katz on June 12, 2015
Japan's Jan-March GDP was revised upwards from a 2.4% annual rate of growth to 3.9%, the biggest reason for the change was that, for the first time since the April 2014 tax hike, business investment grew substantially, at a 10% annual rate.
Export Tumble in May Raises Doubts
written by Richard Katz on June 24, 2015
The encouraging rise in Japan's exports seen in January-March seemed to fizzle out in April and May and real exports fell two months in a row.
TOE Alert: Consumption and Real Income Slowly Recovering, but Still Below Pre-Tax Hike Levels
written by Richard Katz on June 26, 2015
Japan's household spending is rebounding from its post-tax hike bottom, but at a very slow pace and in a zig-zag fashion.
TOE Alert: Abe Undermines Cause of Collective Self-Defense as His Approval Rating Plunges
written by Richard Katz on June 29, 2015
Upwards of 58% of the population opposes Abe’s security bills, and just 28% support them.
