The United States may not have laid the foundation for sustained expansion, with real per-capita output still 2.2 percent below its 2006 level. The chance that the economy slips into another recession within a year is about four in ten.

AEI's John Makin examines the consequences of German deflationary policies and Greece's probable exit from the eurozone in the latest Economic Outlook.

Given the bleak outlook for the World Trade Organization Doha Round, the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement will become the single most important US trade initiative over the next several years.

In tough economic times, Americans are less disposed to favor free trade. This Outlook offers a comprehensive new look at American attitudes toward trade.

In his April Economic Outlook, American Enterprise Institute (AEI) economist John Makin assesses the risks the world faces as a result of China’s slowing economy. With the coming transition in Chinese leadership, it is unlikely that the world's second largest economy will alter its policies to stimulate growth. As a result, the whole world may feel China's pain.

"Engineering a successful transition out of deflation is one of the most challenging aspects of monetary policy, but the Bank of Japan just might be able to do it this time."

On Sunday, April 1st  2012 the United States will become the developed country with the highest statutory corporate tax rate.  Japan, the previous ‘champion,’ is set to lower their rates leaving America in the top spot.

At this event, our panel of experts will share their thoughts on Bubble Trouble.