621. NPR to trim $5 million this year as public radio stations struggle to pay bills
David Folkenflik discusses NPR's plan to cut $5 million from its budget as local public radio stations face financial difficulties.
622. The Measurement is Not the Thing
An argument that measurement tools like CPI and GDP can misrepresent economic realities, leading to misconceptions about inflation and growth, particularly in central planning contexts.
623. Economics of Trade Sanctions
An argument that trade sanctions have increased significantly, affecting global trade, and exploring their economic impacts and political implications on foreign policy.
624. LA Ports: Imports and Exports Down YoY in August
Bill McBride discusses the decline in imports and exports at LA ports, highlighting trends in container traffic and seasonal patterns affecting trade volumes.
625. Tuesday's Assorted Links
The post highlights various stories illustrating economic principles and their implications, including public sentiment on capitalism and housing market dynamics in NYC.
626. The Anthropic Settlement: A $1.5 Billion Precedent for AI and Copyright
A landmark $1.5 billion settlement raises crucial questions about copyright, compensation for authors, and the future of AI development amid evolving intellectual property laws.
627. Women, Jobs and Charlie Kirk
Paul Krugman discusses Charlie Kirk's political actions and views on gender roles, linking them to broader societal changes and the implications for women in the workforce.
628. NAHB: "Builder Confidence Steady but Future Sales Expectations Hit Six-Month High", Negative territory for 17 consecutive months
Builder confidence remains steady, but future sales expectations rise due to lower mortgage rates, despite ongoing challenges in the housing market and price reductions by builders.
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629. [Rerun] Ariel Pakes, Professor and Economist, Harvard University
The post features a rerun of an interview with a prominent economist, discussing his contributions to economics and personal experiences beyond the field.
630. Industrial Production Increased 0.1% in August
Industrial production rose 0.1% in August, with manufacturing output increasing, while capacity utilization remained below the long-term average, reflecting post-pandemic recovery trends.
631. Retail Sales Increased 0.6% in August
Retail sales rose 0.6% in August, with a 5.0% increase from the previous year, surpassing expectations and showing revisions in prior months' data.
632. Trump files $15 billion defamation lawsuit against 'New York Times'
The Associated Press reports that President Donald Trump has initiated a $15 billion defamation lawsuit against The New York Times and its journalists.
633. Appeals court says Lisa Cook can stay on the Federal Reserve board -- for now
A federal appeals court ruled that Lisa Cook can remain on the Federal Reserve board, preventing her dismissal by President Trump before an important interest rate vote.
634. Tuesday: Retail Sales, Industrial Production, Homebuilder Survey
Bill McBride discusses upcoming economic data releases, including retail sales, industrial production, and a homebuilder survey, highlighting their potential impact on mortgage rates.
635. WisPolitics/Wisconsin Technology Council: “How tariffs are affecting Wisconsin’s economy”
Menzie Chinn discusses the impact of tariffs on Wisconsin's economy, focusing on trade uncertainty and employment data in the manufacturing sector.
636. Bicycles Before Business
The post discusses the impact of new bike lanes on local businesses and assesses their value compared to the costs incurred during installation and lost patronage.
637. Magical Thinking on AI
An argument that critiques the sensationalist views on AI safety and superintelligence presented by a prominent columnist, highlighting the lack of evidence and reliance on anecdotal claims.
638. Why Trump wants companies to report earnings less frequently
Rafael Nam discusses President Trump's desire for companies to reduce the frequency of earnings reports and the mixed reactions from executives and financial experts.
639. Senate confirms Stephen Miran to Fed Board. Who is he and why's he so controversial?
Rachel Treisman discusses Stephen Miran's nomination to the Federal Reserve Board and the controversies surrounding his potential impact on the Fed's independence.
640. Officials announce a 'framework' for keeping TikTok online in the U.S.
John Ruwitch discusses U.S. officials' announcement of a framework to allow TikTok to operate in the U.S. while details are still being negotiated.