Nailing Trade Violators: Not a Slam Dunk

President Obama and Mitt Romney, front-runner for the GOP presidential nomination, are both promising tougher enforcement of U.S. trade laws. But it won't be as easy -- or as effective -- as their pledges imply.

What's Stalling U.S. Trade Policy

To help create more jobs, the U.S. needs to reduce its outsize trade deficit and promote more exports, but that isn't in the cards -- no matter how November's elections turn out.

Mexico's Four Big Threats to the U.S.

On the unhappy 20th anniversary of NAFTA, the country isn't advancing as rapidly as free-trade supporters predicted.

Globalization: Just Stumbling, or in a New Phase?

The decades-old push toward a global economy has taken a hit during the latest recession. Has it downshifted permanently?

How Bond Rescues Helped Cause the Financial Crisis

Russell Roberts, a professor of economics at George Mason University, says government bailouts left bondholders reckless.

Congress Picks Wrong Fight with China

Scoring points on currency rates may make good political sense, but it's lousy policy.

Why the U.S. Faces Ongoing Energy Challenges

Nearly 40 years after the first energy crisis, we continue to rely heavily on oil, much of it from unstable countries.

Reap Profits On Food Stocks

As the world's appetite expands, share prices are up, but opportunities remain.

U.S. and China: The End of Outsourcing?

Making it in America is looking more appealing to some firms.

Can U.S. Trade Its Way Out of a Slump?

Obama’s plan to double exports over five years to help create jobs is off to a slow start.

Eager World Awaits American Crop Bounty

Where to Invest in 2011

Despite tepid economic growth, U.S. stocks should produce respectable gains in the coming year.

11 Forecasts for 2011

China Edges into U.S. Auto Market

For now, China will focus on investment to get a share of American car profits. But you will have the chance to buy a Chinese car, soon.

Bargains Aplenty for Ocean Shippers

Underutilized container-cargo ships are begging for business.

Lessons from the May 6 Flash Crash

The official report clarifies the cause of the market mayhem, but the solution for preventing another episode is still a mystery.

A Trade War with China?

Neither country wants that, but there’s no mistaking an escalation in economic tensions.

Trade Gap No Worry for Economic Growth

Remember how a sharply widening trade gap in June sparked concerns about waning economic growth? Never mind.

12 Latin Investments to Spice Up Your Portfolio

Despite the risks lurking in this part of the world, Latin America offers excellent prospects for investors.

Why Emerging Markets Must Use Caution

Countries with rapidly growing economies need to act soon to keep prices under control.

Box Shortage Causing Ocean Shipping Woes to Linger

A dearth of ocean cargo containers is stymieing efforts to ramp up exports and imports.

Upside of the Euro Crisis

European stocks are cheap, but the big risk is that the euro keeps falling.

More Oil from Canada,
Less from Venezuela

Within five years, a new pipeline will make U.S. oil supplies more reliable.

Russia's More-Open Economy
Will Lead to WTO Membership

Changes will provide a boost for the U.S. economy as well.

A New Global Focus: Oil Spill Prevention

Oil-producing countries will tighten their rules -- but not to the point of restricting output.

Ford Looks to Boost Sales Abroad

China and India are two large and growing markets on the automaker’s radar screen.

China's Currency Move Eases Tension

But doing more to raise the yuan's value and rebalance trade could create thousands of American jobs.

Stronger Dollar Here to Stay

It’s the dollar by default -- a fact that will hurt the U.S. economy.

No Oil Imports? No Way

How about we focus on energy security instead.

A Stronger Euro Zone Ahead

Both economically and morally, bailouts are bad news. But they have their place.

China Restricting Entry by U.S. Firms

Foreign companies are finding the atmosphere in China chilly -- and it’s only going to get worse.

Rising Trade Is Good News and Bad

Exports are headed up, but so are imports.

Good Year for Trade Won’t Help the Economy

A big jump in exports will be offset by a spurt in imports.

Afghanistan: U.S. Gains Momentum

But allied forces need to consolidate any victories in what will be a make-or-break year.

More and Cheaper Air Service Coming
On Pacific Routes

Travelers will be among the winners when the U.S. grants antitrust immunity so that Japan Airlines and American Airlines can avoid unnecessary overlaps.

Iraq Oil Boom on the Horizon

Seven years after Saddam's fall, Iraq’s government is finally able to plan the development of new oil fields.

New Security Rules for Ocean and
Air Cargo

Here’s what to keep in mind as government inspectors step up vigilance.

Trade Tiffs with China Heating Up

Beijing is getting a lot more aggressive with U.S. companies.

How the U.S. Recovery Hangs on
Europe's Debt Woes

A deal to bolster Greece will help, but the world isn’t out of the woods yet.

China's Recovery Will Give
U.S. Exports a Boost

But Beijing faces big problems down the road.