41. Leprechauns, Effective Tariffs and Inflation
An argument that tariffs have not caused the expected recession or inflation, highlighting the role of tax avoidance and the impact of AI investment on the economy.
42. Can anything knock China off its mountain?
Noah Smith discusses the challenges China faces in maintaining its global power, particularly focusing on demographics and the implications of U.S. political actions.
43. Nobel Prize in Economics Predictions
Scott Cunningham discusses his predictions for the Nobel Prize in economics, highlighting notable economists and their contributions to the field.
44. 'I'm done being afraid': How the shutdown has led federal workers to speak out
Federal employees express renewed hope for their voices to be heard following layoffs and funding cuts during the government shutdown.
45. Divergence in Employment Growth, by Firm Size
Menzie Chinn discusses employment growth disparities between small and large firms, highlighting a slowdown in smaller firms based on recent data.
46. Is The Housing Affordability Crisis an Illusion?
An argument that the housing affordability crisis may be overstated, emphasizing the importance of considering inflation, income growth, and home size in price analyses.
47. Hanson and Buterin for Nobel Prize in Economics
An argument that Robin Hanson and Vitalik Buterin deserve a Nobel Prize for their contributions to prediction markets and applied mechanism design in economics.
48. Bailing out Bessent’s Buddies’ Bets on Argentina
Paul Krugman critiques the Trump administration's support for Argentina's government, highlighting the economic failures and political motivations behind the proposed financial aid.
49. December 2006: Tanta joined CR!
The post reflects on the contributions of a notable female finance blogger, Tanta, and her insights into the mortgage industry during her time writing for the blog.
50. 3 debt myths that can hold you back from making smart financial decisions
An argument that common misconceptions about credit card debt can hinder effective financial decision-making and understanding of personal finance.
51. Trump threatens 'massive' tariffs and cancelling meeting after China's rare earth curb
John Ruwitch discusses China's export restrictions on rare earths to enhance its negotiating power in upcoming trade talks with the U.S.
52. Renewable energy outpaces coal for electricity generation in historic first, report says
A report reveals that renewable energy has surpassed coal in global electricity generation for the first time in history.
53. Malaysia: Truly Asia
Noah Smith explores Malaysia's cultural diversity, historical influences, and the government's efforts to unify its population through religion and race-based policies.
54. What are your holiday shopping plans? NPR wants to hear from you
The post invites readers to share their holiday shopping plans, questioning whether they will cut back or spend more this season.
55. Understanding Theory: Labor Market Edition
The discussion centers on the implications of a new fee for H-1B visas and its potential effects on hiring practices and labor market dynamics.
56. Dozens of Bob Ross paintings will be auctioned to help public TV after funding cuts
A series of auctions featuring Bob Ross paintings aims to support public television following recent funding cuts.
57. Why gold is having its best year since 1979
Maria Aspan discusses the surge in gold prices and its implications for the U.S. economy.
58. Ingots We Trust
Paul Krugman discusses Ken Griffin's insights on gold prices as an economic indicator of diminishing faith in America, linking it to political developments under Trump.
59. The Long and Winding Road
The post reflects on past predictions about housing and the economy, discussing trends, lending standards, and the absence of speculation in the current market.
60. Why preorders are such a big deal for authors
Alex Goldmark discusses the significance of preorders for authors in terms of sales and visibility.