International Selection

Athens is trying to convince the EU that it deserves more financial support, while pushing for a reduction of its debt and resisting the austerity policies on which previous lending was conditioned. A column by Daniel Gros.

The most likely outcome in Athens' row with the EU is a Greek surrender. Syriza might have to revert to a troika-style program, sweetened only by dropping the name “troika.” A column by Anatole Kaletsky.

The big Ameican banks are trying to dismantle legislation they perceive as annoying. The Republicans seem to be helpful, the Democrats are in the process of soul-searching. A column by Simon Johnson.

Budget limitations pose some of the greatest challenges to the US military’s efforts to maintain its technological edge. A column by Dan Steinbock.

Germany and other northern Europeans are right to insist that Greece adhere to its commitments on structural reform, but they ought to be making even deeper concessions on debt repayments. A column by Kenneth Rogoff.

The United States has been underinvesting in its workforce for decades. But now, innovative partnerships between governments, employers, and educational institutions are filling the void. A column by Laura D. Tyson.

John Bogle, founder of the Vanguard group, spots risks of a severe setback in the stock market but encourages investors to stay the course even if the ride gets bumpy.

Low oil prices are not Russia’s only problem. Russia’s economy will remain weak, forcing the country’s leaders to make tough choices. A column by Daniel Gros.

The experiments to stimulate economies with the unconventional approach of quantitative easing are not very successful. A column by Stephen S. Roach

Understanding the world’s collective bet does underscore the need for more responsive and comprehensive policymaking. A column by Mohamed A. El-Erian

Economist Paul De Grauwe expresses in an interview with «Finanz und Wirtschaft» his hope that the creditors will find an agreement with the new government of Greece.

The present global currency system does not really work. There are many problems that may become dangerous to financial stability, writes William White.