821. Business Cycle Indicators as of End-of-August
Economic indicators show a mixed picture, with several metrics below recent peaks, yet overall growth persists in the economy.
822. Deceleration Confirmed
Menzie Chinn discusses the deceleration of aggregate demand despite upward revisions in GDP growth for Q2 and Q3.
823. We Have Never Been Woke, Part 9: Why Have Elites Never Been Woke?
An argument that explores the disconnect between the beliefs of woke elites and their actions, particularly regarding socioeconomic policies and the shifting political allegiance of marginalized groups.
824. The Economics of Stagflation, Part III
An argument that the Federal Reserve faces challenges in addressing stagflation, balancing between combating inflation and supporting employment through interest rate adjustments.
825. If AI and workers were strong complements, what would we see?
The discussion explores the contrasting impacts of AI as a substitute versus a complement to workers, analyzing potential employment and wage shifts based on these scenarios.
826. Interview with John Haltiwanger: US Statistical Agencies
Timothy Taylor discusses the challenges and necessary reforms facing US statistical agencies, emphasizing the need for modernization and increased funding.
827. Talking With Barry Eichengreen
A discussion on central bank independence, recent political events, and the implications of financial crises, featuring insights from a leading economist.
828. AI and jobs, again
An argument that the impact of AI on job markets remains uncertain, with conflicting research findings on its effects on employment, particularly among young workers.
829. Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy for 2nd time in less than a year
The Associated Press discusses Spirit Airlines' second bankruptcy filing within a year and its plan to continue operations during the restructuring process.
830. Schedule for Week of August 31, 2025
The post outlines key economic reports and indicators scheduled for the week, including employment data, manufacturing indices, and trade balance figures.
831. AI and Nvidia have been bright spots in an uncertain economy, but there are doubts now
Maria Aspan discusses Nvidia's strong financial results amid economic uncertainty and the mixed investor reaction to its stock performance.
832. Dear Life Kit: Do I have to buy birthday gifts for my 18 nieces and nephews?
An argument that addresses the dilemma of whether to buy birthday gifts for numerous nieces and nephews, considering financial implications and personal values.
833. Philosophy of freedom podcast with philosopher Rebecca Lowe
Tyler Cowen discusses various notions of freedom with philosopher Rebecca Lowe, focusing on positive and negative freedom and their implications for political systems.
834. An Emergency non-Emergency Post
Paul Krugman discusses a court ruling declaring Trump's tariffs illegal due to improper procedures, highlighting the implications for his economic claims and governance style.
835. Snapshots of Global Capital Markets
Timothy Taylor discusses the structure and size of global capital markets, focusing on the dominance of US markets and the differences in financing methods worldwide.
836. Most of President Trump's tariffs are illegal, U.S. court rules
Scott Horsley discusses a U.S. court ruling that most of President Trump's tariffs are illegal and the potential for an appeal to the Supreme Court.
837. What Would Success Look Like?
Jon Murphy discusses the implications of job report revisions and the importance of improving data quality in economic statistics.
838. The War on Roommates: Why Is Sharing a House Illegal?
Alex Tabarrok discusses how zoning laws and regulations have made shared housing illegal, limiting affordable options for low-income individuals and contributing to homelessness.
839. Book Review: "Breakneck"
Noah Smith discusses Dan Wang's book, highlighting the differences between the U.S. and China in governance, culture, and industrial capabilities, emphasizing the roles of lawyers and engineers.
840. Decline and Fall of the American Empire
Paul Krugman discusses the decline of U.S. global influence and the impact of Trump's policies on America's alliances and economic power.