1901. May Employment Preview
The post analyzes upcoming employment data, discussing job growth forecasts, unemployment rates, and indicators from various reports to assess labor market trends.
1902. Why some economists are worried about U.S. inflation data
An argument that the federal government's reduction in inflation data collection may lead to less accurate cost-of-living measures in certain cities.
1903. No Exit, No Entry
Alex Tabarrok discusses the impact of labor laws and bankruptcy regulations on employment dynamics in the U.S., Portugal, and India, emphasizing the importance of exit barriers.
1904. Elon Musk is a Disgusting Abomination
The post critiques Musk's influence on government, highlighting his arrogance and incompetence while discussing the negative consequences of his policies and claims.
1905. Trade Deficit decreased to $61.6 Billion in April
The post discusses the U.S. trade deficit reduction in April, highlighting changes in exports and imports, and the impact of tariffs on trade dynamics.
1906. A Two-Commodity Example Of Harrod-Neutral Technical Change And The Choice Of Technique
Robert Vienneau discusses Harrod-neutral technical change and its impact on the choice of production techniques in a two-commodity economy.
1907. Gilded Age 2.0?
An argument that parallels the Gilded Age with contemporary issues of wealth inequality and corruption in the U.S., questioning if history is repeating itself.
1908. Even if Trump chickens out, you should still be worried about the economy
An argument that despite temporary economic stability, the potential long-term consequences of Trump's tariffs and policies still pose a significant risk to the economy.
1909. My Conversation with the excellent John Arnold
Tyler Cowen discusses John Arnold's transition from trading to philanthropy, energy systems, and the challenges of nuclear energy and solar power.
1910. When should you fire your coach?
Nate Silver discusses the complexities and rationale behind firing an NBA coach, using the Knicks' decision to dismiss Tom Thibodeau as a case study.
1911. GDPNow Bounceback (Kind of)
An argument that the Atlanta Fed's GDPNow forecast indicates growth but does not restore GDP to previous trends, highlighting differences with Goldman Sachs' outlook and investment uncertainty.
1912. More Hidden Costs of Tariffs
Jon Murphy discusses the hidden costs of tariffs, particularly how Foreign Trade Zones help American firms manage cash flow and mitigate the impact of unpredictable tariff policies.
1913. Trump's tariffs could cut deficit by $2.8 trillion over next decade -- with caveats
Scott Horsley discusses the Congressional Budget Office's projection that Trump's tariffs could significantly reduce the deficit, while also noting potential economic drawbacks.
1914. Fed's Beige Book: "Economic activity has declined slightly"
Economic activity has slightly declined, with mixed reports on consumer spending, labor markets, and price increases, amid elevated uncertainty affecting business decisions.
1915. Bernanke on Federal Reserve Communication
An argument that effective communication by the Federal Reserve enhances public understanding of economic policy and proposes improvements to its communication practices.
1916. Partisan battle lines form over Trump's plan to defund NPR & PBS
An argument that Senate Democrats oppose proposed cuts to public broadcasting funding, while House Republicans plan to vote on significant funding reductions.
1917. How a Lawsuit Against Realtors Went Sideways
Craig Richardson discusses the unintended consequences of a lawsuit against the National Association of Realtors, highlighting flaws in its approach to real estate commissions and market dynamics.
1918. The labor market won't offer the same buffer this time
The post discusses the weakening labor market's vulnerability to economic downturns, contrasting it with previous resilience during inflation and interest rate hikes.
1919. Some federal workers lost health coverage they had paid for. A Democrat wants answers
Federal employees faced unexpected loss of health coverage after being fired and reinstated, leading to significant medical bills for some.
1920. Heavy Truck Sales Down 8% YoY in May
Bill McBride discusses the decline in heavy truck sales in May, highlighting historical trends and comparisons to previous years and economic conditions.