OECD's Mann: Trade Caught Up to Slowness of Investment

The video discusses the interplay between trade and growth, emphasizing the importance of investment. It highlights fiscal spending on infrastructure and innovation as key to spurring growth. The challenges faced by entrepreneurs, particularly in Europe, due to regulatory barriers are examined. The disconnect between financial markets and the real economy is also analyzed, with a focus on how this affects growth and investment.

What is the primary driver of trade according to the first section?

• Fiscal Spending

• Innovation

• Growth

• Regulation

Which factor is highlighted as crucial for spurring growth in the second section?

• Reducing taxes

• Increasing exports

• Fiscal spending on infrastructure and innovation

• Deregulating markets

What challenge do European entrepreneurs face according to the second section?

• Limited market access

• Lack of innovation

• Fear of failure

• High labor costs

What is the main issue between financial markets and the real economy discussed in the third section?

• High inflation rates

• Disconnect between market performance and economic growth

• Excessive government intervention

• Lack of investment opportunities

What should entrepreneurs focus on despite market volatility?

• Reducing costs

• Expanding globally

• Growing their business

• Investing in stocks