Balance of Payments The balance of payments between the U.S. and China is watched closely by corporations and investors. • What are some of the effects of shifts in the U.S.-China balance of payments on the world economy? • What is one example of a real-world industry, product, or corporation that is impacted by changes in the U.S.-China balance of payments? • What policies might the U.S. and China be able to implement to improve the world economy in regards to the balance of payments? • What role might forward markets play in these policies? Justify your position through a thoughtful discussion that draws upon the readings and lectures for this week. In addition, you should seek out a timely and relevant external information source, such as an article from a reputable news provider like The Wall Street Journal or The Financial Times. The word count for your discussion response should range between 300-500 words.

Balance of Payments The balance of payments between the U.S. and China is watched closely by corporations and investors. • What are some of the effects of shifts in the U.S.-China balance of payments on the world economy? • What is one example of a real-world industry, product, or corporation that is impacted by changes in the U.S.-China balance of payments? • What policies might the U.S. and China be able to implement to improve the world economy in regards to the balance of payments? • What role might forward markets play in these policies? Justify your position through a thoughtful discussion that draws upon the readings and lectures for this week. In addition, you should seek out a timely and relevant external information source, such as an article from a reputable news provider like The Wall Street Journal or The Financial Times. The word count for your discussion response should range between 300-500 words.. Balance of Payments The balance of payments between the U.S. and China is watched closely by corporations and investors. • What are some of the effects of shifts in the U.S.-China balance of payments on the world economy? • What is one example of a real-world industry, product, or corporation that is impacted by changes in the U.S.-China balance of payments? • What policies might the U.S. and China be able to implement to improve the world economy in regards to the balance of payments? • What role might forward markets play in these policies? Justify your position through a thoughtful discussion that draws upon the readings and lectures for this week. In addition, you should seek out a timely and relevant external information source, such as an article from a reputable news provider like The Wall Street Journal or The Financial Times. The word count for your discussion response should range between 300-500 words.

Balance of Payments The balance of payments between the U.S. and China is watched closely by corporations and investors. • What are some of the effects of shifts in the U.S.-China balance of payments on the world economy? • What is one example of a real-world industry, product, or corporation that is impacted by changes in the U.S.-China balance of payments? • What policies might the U.S. and China be able to implement to improve the world economy in regards to the balance of payments? • What role might forward markets play in these policies? Justify your position through a thoughtful discussion that draws upon the readings and lectures for this week. In addition, you should seek out a timely and relevant external information source, such as an article from a reputable news provider like The Wall Street Journal or The Financial Times. The word count for your discussion response should range between 300-500 words.