Another clanger: steel trade

Article Abstract:

The US is imposing duties on steel imports, severely limiting the US market for foreign companies. The move has irritated European trade negotiators, and will most likely have a negative effect on the resumption of multilateral trade negotiations.

International aspects, Tariffs, Free trade

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Caveat protector

Article Abstract:

The belief that voluntary export restraints helped to rejuvenate the steel industry is false. The rising value of the US dollar and technological innovation were more significant factors behind the restructuring of the steel industry.

Case studies, Export controls, Import quotas

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Caveat emptor: radio CDs

Article Abstract:

Radio broadcasters are insisting on lower production costs for the CDs that they help pay to produce. The radio companies want broadcast rights, but the quality of the CD is often bad, and performances seem rushed and sloppy.

Radio broadcasting industry, Quality management, Sound recording industry, Recording industry, Compact discs

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