601. How .99 Pricing Survives the Penny Shortage
The post discusses the penny shortage in the U.S., the rounding of cash transactions, and the complexities of pricing due to varying tax rates across different regions.
602. The Plutocrats Who Cried “Commie”
An argument that wealthy individuals often exaggerate threats to their interests, revealing their dependence on urban centers despite their claims of fleeing due to political changes.
603. Construction Spending Increased 0.2% in August
Construction spending rose slightly in August, with private spending increasing while public spending remained stable, though year-over-year comparisons show declines in private construction.
604. Housing November 17th Weekly Update: Inventory Down 0.3% Week-over-week
Bill McBride discusses the weekly decline in active single-family housing inventory and its seasonal patterns compared to previous years.
605. Disaster and insurance costs are rising. The middle class is struggling to hang on
Rising disaster and insurance costs are burdening middle-class families, leading to concerns about potential foreclosures in southwest Florida.
606. “May I meet you?”
The post discusses a dating strategy suggested by a billionaire, emphasizing the importance of effort and opening lines in meeting potential partners.
607. More women are renting dresses, coats and ugly sweaters as clothing prices tick up
Kristian Monroe discusses the rising trend of women renting clothing due to increasing prices driven by inflation and tariffs.
608. How women over 30 are rewriting the single mom narrative in America
An argument that women over 30 are reshaping societal perceptions of single motherhood in America, highlighting changing demographics and cultural narratives.
609. Americans could see a big sticker shock for Thanksgiving turkeys this year
Lydia Calitri discusses rising turkey prices and offers tips for managing Thanksgiving expenses amid inflation.
610. Affordability, Illustrated
Menzie Chinn analyzes the differences between the AIER's Everyday Price Index and the Consumer Price Index, highlighting their implications for affordability.
611. Why are US Clinical Trials so Expensive?
An argument that high costs of US clinical trials stem from expensive healthcare, regulatory challenges, and the need for high-quality care, impacting patient recruitment and overall expenses.
612. Vibecessions, Part I
An argument that despite decent economic indicators, public sentiment remains negative, highlighting a disconnect between perceptions and reality in recent economic history.
613. Your artificial Christmas tree will cost more this year, thanks in part to tariffs
Rising costs for artificial Christmas trees are influenced by tariffs and supply chain issues, prompting consumers to consider purchasing earlier this year.
614. China's people are on a treadmill
Noah Smith discusses the disparity between China's strong international image and the struggles faced by its citizens, highlighting economic and mental health issues among the youth.
615. How Would One Detect Wag the Dog?
The post discusses correlations between media interest in Epstein and military deployments, suggesting potential political motivations behind military actions during scandals.
616. Talking With Margaret Sullivan
The discussion focuses on media criticism regarding the coverage of a young, democratic socialist mayor-elect and the uncomfortable reactions from both right-wing and legacy media.
617. Schedule for Week of November 16, 2025
The post outlines the economic reports and data releases scheduled for the week of November 16, 2025, including employment and housing statistics.
618. Right-wing media shrugs off latest Epstein document release
Right-wing media downplays the significance of newly released Epstein documents, including those mentioning a prominent political figure.
619. The Trump Agenda and the Housing Stock
Menzie Chinn discusses the effects of deportations and tariffs on the construction labor force and housing costs.
620. Trump scraps tariffs on beef, coffee, tropical fruit in a push to lower prices
An argument that the reduction of tariffs on certain goods aims to alleviate consumer price pressures amid rising economic concerns influencing recent electoral outcomes.