Politics

While many countries are considering retaliatory tariffs on US-made goods, such measures are unlikely to deter US President Donald Trump. To weather his trade war, governments must forge strategic alliances and apply economic pressure without directly harming domestic industries.

Although US President Donald Trump and his fellow Republicans give climate advocates plenty to worry about, all hope is not lost. Clean-energy technologies still have decisive physical advantages over the alternatives, and economic common sense will eventually win out.Average Reading Time: 3 minutes

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A new paper co-authored by Professor Pierre Yared shows how geopolitical strength and financial privilege reinforce each other, with implications ranging from interest rates to national security.

Research by Professor Mohamed Hussein uncovers the social cost of engaging with opposing political views, offering new insights into America’s growing partisan divide and what it means for fostering cooperation.

Will Trump’s economic policies, including tax cuts, targeted aid, and responsible spending deliver stronger growth? Explore insights from CBS faculty.

Ahead of this year’s presidential election, we asked Columbia Business School faculty and other Columbia University experts to reflect on key topics—from housing and healthcare to national debt—that could shape this year’s vote. Here’s what they told us.

New research from Professor Oded Netzer and his colleagues reveals that political polarization in the United States extends beyond obvious political indicators, spilling over to other aspects of our lives, like our brand preferences and purchases. Their work reveals more about this increasingly divided marketplace and its implications for both brands and consumers.