Understanding the complexity of international trade barriers is essential for businesses and investors operating in today’s interconnected world. Our latest report, authored by our Research Director Terry Long, provides an in-depth exploration of global trade policies using the Overall Trade Restrictiveness Index (OTRI). This detailed analysis offers valuable insights into how trade barriers vary across regions and their implications for global economic interactions.

In this report, Terry examines the levels of trade protectionism across major economies, highlighting significant variations between regions and specific countries such as India, China, Brazil, the EU, and the United States. The analysis clearly outlines how restrictive trade policies impact market dynamics, consumer prices, and economic integration, enabling readers to better navigate the complexities of international markets.

Access this essential resource to enhance your understanding of global trade policy and strengthen your strategic planning.

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Terry Long

Terry Long

Research Director

Terry is a retired Senior Economist from ExxonMobil Chemical and now brings his corporate experience, technical insight, and passion for technical analysis to the TradingAnalysis Team. As a prior TradingAnalysis member, he provides the perspective of the membership and strives to enhance the membership experience as evidenced by his role as Research Director. His current specialty focus is Sector Rotational Analysis, where he is using the powerful Optuma™ platform to engage our clients with Relative Rotation Graph analysis. Click Here To Learn More about Terry Long