901. The Economics of Stagflation, Part II
An argument that stagflation's implications, historical context, and current economic conditions are explored, particularly regarding inflation and the Federal Reserve's responses.
902. July Vehicle Sales Forecast: Solid, Boosted by EV Sales
The post discusses the anticipated increase in new vehicle sales, driven by factors like expiring EV credits and seasonal trends affecting consumer behavior.
903. The history of American corporate nationalization
The post examines the challenges of nationalization in America, highlighting constitutional barriers, the influence of corporate interests, and the complexities of federalism on regulatory practices.
904. Steve Cortez: “Antoni is … a serious, fact-driven economist with a record of rigorous analysis. “
Menzie Chinn critiques Steve Cortez's claims about Antoni's economic qualifications, highlighting inconsistencies and connections to partisan organizations.
905. Boxed in by shifting tariff rules, European shippers pause some U.S.-bound parcels
Camila Domonoske discusses how new customs regulations are causing European shippers to delay U.S.-bound shipments until systems are updated.
906. Saturday links
The post discusses personal experiences, reflections on AI economics, and the impact of new technologies on labor and productivity, alongside casual observations about local events and activities.
907. Trump administration halts work on an almost-finished wind farm
The post discusses the Trump administration's decision to halt progress on a nearly completed wind farm project in Rhode Island and Connecticut.
908. Talking With Phillips O'Brien
A discussion on military analysis of the Ukraine war, criticizing flawed perceptions and emphasizing the importance of understanding strategic air warfare over ground advances.
909. Schedule for Week of August 24, 2025
Bill McBride outlines key economic indicators and reports scheduled for the week of August 24, 2025, including home sales and GDP estimates.
910. Europe's crusade against air conditioning is insane
Noah Smith discusses Europe's reluctance to adopt air conditioning despite rising temperatures and its implications for public health and technology adoption.
911. Dean Ball on state-level AI laws
An argument that state laws regulating AI in mental health services may hinder innovation and access while ignoring the potential benefits of AI tools in this field.
912. EJ Antoni Tries to Estimate Crowding Out using 2SLS
An argument that estimates the relationship between interest rates and deficits using instrumental variables, highlighting issues with data and methodology in the analysis.
913. Does the Invisible Hand Work For Honor, Too? A Thought from Montesquieu
Timothy Taylor explores Montesquieu's views on how personal ambition in monarchy can benefit society, linking it to the economic concept of self-interest promoting public good.
914. When the Big Apple Went Bust: Bankruptcy and Austerity in New York, 1975
The post examines New York City's 1975 financial crisis, exploring the interplay of fiscal mismanagement, austerity politics, and social welfare debates.
915. Intel will give the U.S. government a 10% stake, Trump says
John Ruwitch discusses President Trump's announcement regarding Intel's 10% stake for the U.S. government, highlighting the administration's push for control over businesses.
916. The EV tax credit ends soon — but there's a little bit of wiggle room for car buyers
Camila Domonoske discusses the impending end of the federal EV tax credit and clarifies eligibility for car buyers regarding the deadline.
917. Cass Sunstein on classical liberalism
An argument that classical liberalism encompasses diverse perspectives, highlighting the enduring relevance of figures like Hayek and von Mises in advocating for freedom.
918. Philly Fed: State Coincident Indexes Increased in 41 States in July (3-Month Basis)
Bill McBride discusses the increase in coincident indexes for 41 states as reported by the Philadelphia Fed, indicating positive economic trends.
919. Trump says 'We want to be very good to Canada,' as its leader drops some tariffs
Canada is eliminating some retaliatory tariffs in response to U.S. tariff exemptions under the trade pact with Mexico and the U.S., as announced by Prime Minister Mark Carney.
920. “They” not “It”: Understanding Group Behavior Through Methodological Individualism
Jon Murphy discusses how methodological individualism provides a framework for understanding group behavior by focusing on individual actions rather than treating groups as singular entities.