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Commercial real estate becomes an attractive investment in recovering Spain
As Spanish economy is continuing to improve, record low government bonds have made commercial real estate an attractive investment.
Predicting the economics of a Trump/Pence administration
Among the many questions that will be asked at this week’s GOP convention is how a Trump/Pence ticket would play out economically. Here, GRI examines what the duo’s first 100 days in office might look like.
A political risk revolution: Social & regime risk
Geopolitical trends and local incidents push corporate risk managers to adopt modern mitigation measures to respond to political risk.
Erdogan’s diplomatic openings: An international power play
Erdogan’s recent openings are part of a wider strategy to better Turkey’s international standing while the country faces multiple challenges.
Instability in South Sudan threatens East African businesses
Fatal clashes in South Sudan raise the possibility of civil war and the certainty of on-going instability, which may have measurable implications for businesses and economies in East Africa.
Uncertainty ahead for the French Parti Socialiste
The upcoming primary of the Parti Socialiste could lead to substantial political tensions within a party already severely weakened by Hollande’s term.
Kazakhstan and the Oil Investment Deal: Implications for Trans-Asiatic Trade
A major investment in Kazakhstan’s oil industry is bringing new opportunities to the vital Central Asian nation—but with risks for its trade with Asia.
Brexit and China: Xi is not amused
Brexit will undermine the UK’s relations with China, as Beijing looks elsewhere to stay plugged into Europe.
How Buy American is jeopardizing TTIP
America’s web of Buy American requirements is undermining TTIP discussions, blocking EU companies from trillions of dollars worth of procurement deals.
The rise of the right in Austria could be a political tipping point
On October 2nd, a presidential election in Austria could mark the tipping point of changing political tides and usher in a cycle of right-wing politics.
