
1. Is the Safety Margin of US Treasury Bonds Diminishing?
An argument that the diminishing interest rate gap between US Treasury bonds and corporate AAA-rated bonds raises concerns about the perceived safety of Treasury debt.
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An argument that the diminishing interest rate gap between US Treasury bonds and corporate AAA-rated bonds raises concerns about the perceived safety of Treasury debt.
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Kevin Corcoran explores how intuitions shape worldviews and public policy perspectives, particularly through the lens of economic regulations like "click-to-cancel."
An argument that cryptocurrency's value is increasingly tied to political support, particularly from Trump, and its recent crash reflects political rather than economic factors.
Noah Smith discusses the Nobel Prize in Economics, focusing on the winners' research about competition, innovation, and their implications for economic growth.
The post discusses the significance of the 2025 Nobel Prize in economics awarded for insights into the relationship between technology and economic growth.
The post discusses the rapid growth of data centers and the significant energy and environmental challenges they pose.
Menzie Chinn discusses the composition of central bank reserves, focusing on the increase in gold holdings driven by rising gold prices in Q2.
Timothy Taylor discusses the Nobel Prize awarded for explaining innovation-driven economic growth, highlighting the contributions of Aghion, Howitt, and Mokyr while noting gaps in their explanations.
Jon Murphy discusses the Nobel Prize in Economics awarded to Mokyr, Aghion, and Howitt for their contributions to understanding innovation-driven economic growth and its historical context.
The post examines the financial implications of buyout clauses for fired college football coaches, highlighting the economic rationale behind these lucrative payouts despite job instability.
An argument that Trump's trade policies are undermining U.S. economic strength and inadvertently benefiting China by disrupting established international trade norms and scientific research funding.
The post reflects on the contributions of a co-blogger to discussions about the mortgage industry, particularly focusing on foreclosure and loan servicing complexities.
An argument that Kimmel's return to late night television demonstrates its ongoing relevance and potential to engage American audiences effectively.
Scott Horsley discusses the Nobel Prize winners for their research on technological innovation and its impact on economic growth and creative destruction.
Three economists received the Nobel Prize for their research on the relationship between technological innovation, economic growth, and the concept of creative destruction.
An argument that missed economic data releases can significantly impact understanding during critical economic turning points, highlighting the importance of timely and accurate information.
Menzie Chinn discusses key economic indicators affected by a potential government shutdown and their implications for employment and GDP data.
An argument that immigration policies are creating labor shortages in the agricultural sector, impacting food production and highlighting the reliance on unauthorized workers.
Paul Krugman discusses the potential AI bubble, its historical context, and the economic consequences of technology manias.