Weinberg: No Clear Answers to Boost Productivity

The transcript discusses global productivity challenges, the impact of a strong dollar on emerging market currencies, and the potential for trade wars under President Trump's administration. It highlights the elasticity of trade to GDP and the risks associated with protectionism. The conversation also touches on the implications of trade policies and the probability of a US-China trade conflict.

What are the potential impacts of President Trump's policies on global productivity?

What measures does the speaker suggest could potentially increase investment spending?

What challenges do emerging market currencies face in the context of a strong dollar?

How does the elasticity of trade relate to economic growth according to the discussion?

What is the probability of a trade war between the US and China as discussed?