Biden Trade Agenda Speculation remains ripe over the trade policy changes that are likely under President-Elect Joe Biden. Trade is said to not be a top priority due to the ongoing economic stresses, which is somewhat contradictory given that trade is a boost for the economy. There is hope that the TransPacific Partnership (TPP) will be re-elevated, though TPP highlights the political sensitivity of trade. Rejoining the Paris climate agreement is politically easy compared to making concessions on trade. As a Lame Duck, President Trump has little leverage over Beijing. Alternatively, Mr. Trump’s eagerness to wear the black hat could make him a useful trope for the incoming Biden team. The two sides seem unlikely to work together but t...
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Infrastructure investment due diligence
On behalf of a Canadian oilseed processer WPI's team provided market analysis, econometric modeling and financial due diligence in support of a $24 million-dollar investment in a Ukrainian crush plant. Consistent with WPI's findings, local production to supply the plant and the facility's output have expanded exponentially since the investment. WPI has conducted parallel work on behalf of U.S., South American and European clients, both private and public, in the agri-food space.