We study the effects of unexpected changes in trade policy uncertainty (TPU) on the U.S. economy. We construct three measures of TPU based on newspaper coverage, firms' earnings conference calls, and aggregate data on tari rates. We document that increases in TPU reduce investment and activity...

"This book considers strategic and economic relations - as well as alliances and the significance of the incoming US administration for global relations - in matters not just related to trade and security, but also financial stability. It also it emphasizes the importance of regulatory...