Opinions

While it once seemed likely the globalized world would overcome economic borders, tariffs are again in the spotlight of international trade wars. But are they really effective in protecting national economies? Or do they risk turning into blunt weapons, with side effects affecting consumers? Gianmarco Ottaviano reveals the hidden strategies behind the political use of tariffs and their effects on the global economy

Overtourism is not just a problem of quantity but also of management of flows. Balancing the needs of economic development with the protection of local heritage and assets is the key to sustainable and inclusive tourism

A study shows that the success of cultural products, from films to video games, does not depend on visual aspects, but rather on the ability to tell original and captivating stories. From Peanuts to Pixar films, ideas matter more than special effects

Overregulation is stifling European businesses, with regulatory fragmentation generating costs and inefficiencies. Protecting investors is crucial. Without coordination among regulators, however, there is a risk of penalizing competitiveness in the EU compared to the US. Time to simplify rules to set innovation free

A study reveals how Chinese SOEs omit information about financial risks, adopting ambiguous language to mitigate their perception. This has strong implications for investors and regulators

Expansion, resilience and transformation define the global art system, where the value of artwork is a multidimensional prism: not just financial, but also cultural, social and historical, reflecting the complexities of our time