Trade and International Business

The Economics Program and Scholl Chair in International Business provide analysis and commentary on the international trading system and its institutions.

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Beyond Manufacturing: Why Services Are Key to U.S.-China Economic Competition

Focusing on U.S. manufacturing belies the fact that its real advantage in global economic competition is dominance in services. To sustain this edge, the United States should prioritize investments and policies that foster a competitive innovation ecosystem.

Commentary by Philip Luck — February 6, 2025

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Phil Luck
Director, Economics Program and Scholl Chair in International Business
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William Alan Reinsch
Senior Adviser, Economics Program and Scholl Chair in International Business
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Barath Harithas
Senior Fellow, Economics Program and Scholl Chair in International Business
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Thibault Denamiel
Fellow, Economics Program and Scholl Chair in International Business
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Scott Miller
Senior Mentor (Non-resident), Executive Education