321. EconoFact: “The U.S. Agricultural Sector Under Stress”
Menzie Chinn discusses the challenges facing the U.S. agricultural sector, including high costs, low prices, and the impact of the Trump administration's policies.
322. Outage at Amazon Web Services disrupts websites across the internet
An outage at Amazon Web Services causes widespread disruptions to various websites, highlighting the service's critical role in online operations.
323. Housing October 20th Weekly Update: Inventory Up 0.3% Week-over-week
The post discusses a slight week-over-week increase in single-family housing inventory, comparing current levels to previous years and highlighting seasonal trends.
324. A Posting Glitch
The post discusses a recent protest against autocracy, highlighting the contrasting perceptions of participants and Republican rhetoric, while reflecting on the significance of public demonstrations.
325. Civil Resistance Confronts the Autocracy
An argument that recent protests against autocracy reflect a broader struggle for democracy, highlighting the disconnect between reality and extreme rhetoric from right-wing figures.
326. Taking A Bite Out of the Competition
Jadrian Wooten discusses Smucker's lawsuit against Trader Joe's for copyright infringement over similar sandwich designs, highlighting competition and market dynamics in the grocery industry.
327. After Trump, the deluge
Noah Smith discusses the rise of extremist views among young Republicans and the implications for the party's future amid increasing authoritarianism and racial hatred.
328. ARIMA(1,1,1) in BLS Private NFP vs. ADP Based ECM
An argument that various econometric models are evaluated to compare employment data from different sources, highlighting statistical findings and implications for employment trends.
329. I loved my time in the UK. But it needs an AC intervention.
The author reflects on living in the UK, highlighting economic disparities with the US and everyday inconveniences that affect quality of life.
330. Workshop on BLP with Jeff Gortmaker
Scott Cunningham announces an important workshop on BLP with Jeff Gortmaker, emphasizing its value for those in industrial organization and related fields.
331. Technology and Jobs
Paul Krugman discusses the historical concerns regarding technology's impact on jobs, referencing David Ricardo's early views and the ongoing debate about AI's potential effects on employment.
332. The Long and Winding Road
Bill McBride reflects on his blog's history, discussing his predictions about housing and the economy over the years.
333. Betting on Shutdown at n=42.8 days
An argument that a government shutdown may delay key economic data releases, impacting employment statistics and economic forecasting.
334. Job listing: Associate Editor
A job listing seeks an Associate Editor with editing experience and an interest in electoral politics and sports, emphasizing data accuracy and statistical familiarity.
335. Rare Earths Aren’t Rare
An argument that the perceived scarcity of rare earths is exaggerated, highlighting the potential for new sources and innovations in supply and processing.
336. Talking with Maurice Obstfeld
A discussion on Argentina's economic challenges, including inflation, currency crises, and U.S. financial support, featuring insights from a leading macroeconomist.
337. America could win this trade war if it wanted to
An argument that the U.S. is likely to lose the trade war with China due to its inconsistent responses and China's strategic export controls on rare earths.
338. Opinion: Susan Stamberg gave NPR its voice
An argument that Susan Stamberg's contributions shaped NPR's identity and established her as a pioneering figure in journalism.
339. US FX Intervention Thus Far in the Argentine Peso…
An argument that assesses the US foreign exchange intervention in the Argentine peso, discussing its valuation and implications amid private funding arrangements.
340. The Unfolding Effects of Trump’s Tariffs
Timothy Taylor discusses the broad and variable nature of Trump's tariffs and their unintended negative effects on U.S. manufacturing competitiveness and employment.