1841. A bunch of thoughts and evidence on immigration
Noah Smith discusses immigration issues, including public sentiment, economic needs for immigrants, and the political implications of current policies and rhetoric.
1842. Is all this talk of recession indicators a sign a recession is coming?
The discussion centers on the informal signs and social media trends indicating a potential recession.
1843. Wall Street CEOs are cycling through the five stages of tariff grief
An argument that CEOs are experiencing emotional responses to President Trump's tariffs, transitioning through stages of denial, bargaining, anger, and depression.
1844. What's a revenge tax?
Darian Woods discusses proposed taxes on remittances and investments that could disrupt the US's long-standing free money movement policy.
1845. The Demise of the Penny?
An argument that eliminating the penny could reduce transaction costs and not necessarily lead to higher prices, despite concerns about its impact on low-income consumers.
1846. Dozens of states sue to block the sale of 23andMe personal genetic data
The Associated Press discusses states suing to prevent the sale of personal genetic data without informed consent.
1847. A Newsletter Update
The author reflects on the newsletter's progress, subscriber growth, and the balance between personal expression and current events without focusing on self-promotion.
1848. The US Tax Code Reduces R&D Incentives
An argument that U.S. tax policies hinder R&D incentives, impacting innovation and competitiveness compared to other countries, particularly following recent changes in tax deduction rules.
1849. Intercontinental Exchange: House Prices growth slows to 1.4% YoY in May
Home price growth has slowed significantly, with inventory levels rising and declines observed in various markets due to higher mortgage rates and moderated demand.
1850. Recession Watch Metrics
The post discusses various economic indicators to monitor for potential recession signs, emphasizing resilience in the U.S. economy despite trade policy concerns.
1851. Warner Bros. Discovery to be split, as Zaslav retreats from grand ambitions
David Folkenflik discusses Warner Bros. Discovery's decision to split its operations due to financial struggles and the decline of cable television.
1852. The High Cost of Self-Sufficiency
An argument that self-sufficiency in food production is often impractical and inefficient compared to the benefits of specialization and trade in agriculture.
1853. Deport Dishwashers or Solve All Murders?
Alex Tabarrok critiques the federal government's prioritization of immigration enforcement over violent crime prevention, advocating for reallocating resources to solve more murders.
1854. Nobody Expected the MAGA Inquisition
Paul Krugman discusses the alarming anti-science agenda of the Trump administration and its potential consequences for U.S. leadership and prosperity.
1855. Part 1: Current State of the Housing Market; Overview for mid-June 2025
Bill McBride discusses the mid-June 2025 housing market, highlighting increasing inventory, flat sales, and pressures on home prices.
1856. Immigration is not an "invasion", nor should it be
The post discusses the complexities of immigration in the U.S., addressing historical context, economic concerns, and evolving perceptions of legality surrounding undocumented immigrants.
1857. Socialism Worked In A Village In China In 1979
An argument that socialism in Xiaogang Village, China, led to significant agricultural productivity and income growth, illustrating the adaptability of socialist principles to local conditions.
1858. Housing June 9th Weekly Update: Inventory up 0.6% Week-over-week, Up 32.2% Year-over-year
Active single-family housing inventory increased slightly week-over-week and significantly year-over-year, indicating a larger than normal rise in inventory for 2025 compared to previous years.
1859. We Can’t Build Bananas in America
Jadrian Wooten discusses the impracticality of producing bananas in America, emphasizing the concept of comparative advantage and the inefficiencies of the "build in America" argument.
1860. Apple's WWDC event goes big on design, but says less on AI
John Ruwitch discusses Apple's WWDC event, highlighting its emphasis on design innovations while downplaying advancements in artificial intelligence.