2361. It’s Even Better Than A Consumption Surplus
Jon Murphy discusses the benefits of rebranding the trade deficit as a "consumption and investment surplus," emphasizing its positive impact on economic growth and investment.
2362. Harrods, iconic department store, latest British retailer hit by cyberattack
Rebecca Rosman discusses Harrods being targeted by a cyberattack, highlighting concerns about the vulnerability of luxury retailers to online security threats.
2363. April Employment Preview
Bill McBride discusses expectations for April's employment report, including job growth forecasts and the potential impact of policy changes on hiring.
2364. Does your online shopping receipt show what you're paying in tariffs? Let us know
NPR Staff discusses the visibility of tariffs on online shopping receipts and invites readers to share their experiences.
2365. Inflation Adjusted House Prices 0.8% Below 2022 Peak; Price-to-rent index is 7.5% below 2022 peak
Bill McBride discusses the current state of inflation-adjusted house prices and the price-to-rent index, noting their positions relative to 2022 peaks.
2366. Fewer Rules, Better People: The Laws of Bureaudynamics
Kevin Corcoran discusses Barry Lam's ideas on the evolution of legalism, emphasizing the complexity of rules and the impact of mistrust on rule-making.
2367. It’s Trump’s Economy Now
Paul Krugman discusses how Trump's policies are negatively impacting the economy and emphasizes that he should take responsibility for the economic decline.
2368. Construction Spending Decreased 0.5% in March
Bill McBride discusses a 0.5% decrease in construction spending for March 2025, highlighting trends in private and public construction expenditures.
2369. ISM® Manufacturing index Decreased to 48.7% in April
Bill McBride discusses the decline in the ISM manufacturing index to 48.7% in April, indicating ongoing contraction in the manufacturing sector.
2370. Welcome to The Future
Noah Smith reflects on the evolution of technology and society, contrasting past sci-fi expectations with the current reality of a cyberpunk future.
2371. U.S. economy shrinks in the 1st quarter. And, Ukraine and the U.S. sign minerals deal
Brittney Melton discusses the U.S. economy's contraction in the first quarter and the signing of a minerals deal between Ukraine and the U.S.
2372. This office was meant to bridge divides in government. Now it's empty
A new office intended to enhance collaboration between agencies on electric vehicle charging has become ineffective and largely unused.
2373. The House strikes a blow against California in a fight over EVs
A conflict arises over California's ambitious zero-emission vehicle standards, with the Senate now poised to influence their future.
2374. My Conversation with the excellent Ken Rogoff
The discussion covers international economic issues, including trade deficits, debt sustainability, inflation predictions, and the future of currency, alongside chess dynamics.
2375. Final AI Assignment for "Economics of AI" Class
Scott Cunningham discusses his personal progress and the final AI project for his "Economics of AI" class, focusing on student assignments using ChatGPT for research and website creation.
2376. Episode 52. Fiscal Scoring with Congressional Budget Office Director Phillip Swagel
Jon Hartley interviews Phillip Swagel about his career, the role of the CBO, and the importance of fiscal scoring in budget policy.
2377. Economy stumbles into 2025
James Hamilton discusses the recent decline in U.S. GDP and its implications for the economy, highlighting recession indicators and consumer sentiment.
2378. Tariffs and the Economy
Scott Sumner discusses the economic impacts of tariffs, emphasizing their long-term effects on growth rather than inflation or the business cycle.
2379. Ford Motor CEO 'welcomes' Trump's move to ease tariffs on automakers
The post discusses the easing of tariffs on the U.S. auto industry by Trump and the implications for major carmakers, featuring insights from Ford's CEO.
2380. Anxious about your money right now? Financial advice in times of economic uncertainty
Guidance is provided on managing finances amid stock market volatility and inflation concerns due to new tariffs.