Economics / Investing
Tax Evasion Maxxing through Montana Plates
Economics / InvestingHow wealthy Californians exploit a Montana LLC loophole to dodge taxes on exotic cars; legally, for now.
Talk vs Action: How California’s High Speed Rail Faltered While the Private Sector Thrives
Economics / InvestingDespite years of promise and billions of dollars invested in developing a high-speed rail system that rivals Japan's, the California high-speed rail project stalls. In contrast, Florida’s Brightline project between Miami and Orlando has…
Buy Now, Pay Later: Klarna and the New American Debt Cycle
Economics / InvestingKlarna is a “Buy Now, Pay Later” service that allows customers to delay payment on almost anything, but it also encourages overspending and living above one’s means. Learn how this new tool changes spending habits and why financial…
Buy, Return, Repeat: The Unsustainable Cycle of Modern Retail
Economics / InvestingBehind every easy return is a harder truth: discarded goods, rising emissions, and a retail system built on waste we’re never meant to see. Every click to return comes with hidden costs– where convenience for consumers turns into waste for…
The Layoff Tsunami: What Happens When Governments Cut Their Own Workforce
Economics / InvestingThe federal government is undergoing its largest workforce reduction in modern history. Since the creation of the Department of Government Efficiency, mass layoffs, agency closures, and a prolonged shutdown have crippled essential services…
Economic Diversification or Image Diversion? Saudi Arabia’s Takeover of Boxing and the Power of Sovereign Wealth Funds
Economics / InvestingSaudi Arabia has long faced scrutiny for their lack of women’s rights, labor rights, and other concerns, leading to them using boxing as a way to distract from the wrongdoings within the country. Ultimately, Saudi Arabia’s takeover of…
A Rocky Road for Ice Cream: The Inside Scoop on Private Equity’s Newest Bet
Economics / InvestingBoutique brands backed by private equity have emerged with premium flavors and inventive marketing strategies, while the traditional conglomerates are retreating altogether. But despite ice cream’s universal appeal, its economics remain…
Saudi’s Trillion Dollar Idea: Diversification from an Oil Economy
Economics / InvestingWith Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia’s domestic spending must yield new industry results or collapse due to global crises.
The Weekly BluRB — November 10th, 2025
Economics / InvestingWe're back with the Weekly BluRB! This week, we take a look at the yield curve and explore President Trump's beef bailout. Meanwhile, President Xi Jinping plays chess with the White House, while Sudan's crisis hits disastrous levels.
The Evolution and Future of Renewable Energy Credits in the United States
Economics / InvestingIn a world where energy policy shifts like the wind, is a market-based solution for clean power the answer? Renewable Energy Credits are rewriting the rules of the game.
The Weekly BluRB — October 28th, 2025
Economics / InvestingWhen will the government shutdown end? That's the question on everyone's mind. This week, we also explore China's gold strategy, unpack Russian oil sanctions, and examine the state of American healthcare.
On the Ground at “No Kings Day”
Economics / InvestingThe “No Kings Day” protests in San Francisco captured more than partisan anger, they exposed the everyday toll on America’s middle class, as ordinary citizens are left to shoulder rising costs and deepening uncertainty.
A Cost-Benefit Analysis: How Accessibility Affects Your Pantry
Economics / InvestingRising food costs and limited access to fresh food shape our diets. Discover how preferences and policy changes affect our health.
The Weekly BluRB - October 20th, 2025
Economics / InvestingThe US and Australia cut news deals while France and the UK are having a gloomy October. In our Story of the Week, diamonds might not be forever.
Pills and Bills
Economics / InvestingWhen you pick up medication at the drugstore, intuitively you might think that the cost of the drug is what you're paying for. But you are not merely paying for the R&D and manufacturing costs; there is a complex system of middlemen that…
Go Woke and Go Broke? Not with Ben & Jerry’s
Economics / InvestingBen & Jerry’s success as an ethical business despite a long-standing history of social justice advocacy seems to render the “Go Woke and Go Broke Myth” inaccurate. Yet with more pressure on the ice cream maker from parent-company Unilever…
The Weekly BluRB — October 13th, 2025
Economics / InvestingAs China and the US go head-to-head in an escalating tariff battle, the US government shutdown adds fuel to the fire. OpenAI was valued at $500 billion, and pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca struck a major deal with the White House…
Defense and Response: How Defense Contractor Stock Prices Respond to War News
Economics / InvestingDefense contracting is a powerful and profitable industry… but certain times are more profitable than others. Of course, the market knows this, but do they know soon enough? This article explores how the share prices of four prominent U.S…
The Weekly BluRB — October 7th, 2025
Economics / InvestingThe US government shutdown continues, but despite the gloomy macro, US equity markets hit highs last week. Globally, emerging markets are booming but Nigeria's CGT poses a risk to capital markets, and Brazil seeks to negotiate its way out…
Passive Income: Work Smarter, Not Harder
Economics / InvestingFor college students, A stable nine-to-five is not a viable option for finding financial freedom. With busy schedules and digital opportunities, young people are discovering and shifting towards passive income streams.
The Weekly BluRB — September 29th, 2025
Economics / InvestingWhile credit markets heat up in the US, stability maintenance is the name of the game in China, the BOJ is weighing an interest rate hike, and IPO fever dominates in Singapore. A deep-dive into Rheinmetall highlights growth target goals…
Can You Afford to Be Sick?
Economics / InvestingWhat makes US healthcare so expensive? Our neighbor in the north may serve some answers. While Canada and the US share similar backgrounds in culture, language, and economies, Canada's universal healthcare system cuts healthcare prices in…
Populist Politics Poisons Partnership
Economics / InvestingIn a polarizing world, we analyze whether international organizations will stand the test of time. As countries shift to nearshoring and quantitative barriers to trade, the fate of the WTO and its influence hangs in the balance.
The Weekly BluRB — September 24th, 2025
Economics / InvestingMarkets rallied after the Fed’s first rate cut of 2025, but fears of recession linger as yield curve signals danger. Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee sparked global panic, Indian tech stocks slid, and a looming U.S. government shutdown…
Trump's Rollback on Eco-Funding: How It Could Impact Corporate ESG Strategies & Climate Careers
Economics / InvestingTrump’s climate-funding freeze sparks ESG shakeups, investor doubts, job risks, and fewer opportunities for students eyeing sustainability careers.
The Trade War: How Recent Tariffs Will Shift the Stock Market
Economics / InvestingTrump’s new tariff policy aims to boost U.S. industries but may raise consumer costs, induce stock market volatility, and create long-term economic concerns. The recent tariff policy changes will both positively and negatively affect…
How Japan’s Currency Crisis Is Transforming Trade and Tourism
Economics / InvestingA trip to Japan has never been more affordable, but at what cost to Japan’s economy? Reaching an all-time low since 1990, the Japanese Yen has become incredibly weak against the US dollar. Travelers flock to Japan to shop to their hearts’…
Rhythms of Growth: The Economic and Cultural Impact of Music Festivals
Economics / InvestingMusic festivals are more than just entertainment – they’re economic powerhouses that drive local growth while generating lasting social connections. From job creation to cultural exchange, these events leave a deep impact that extends far…
The Weekly BluRB - April 7th, 2025
Economics / InvestingLooking ahead, higher tariffs will be working their way through our economy and are likely to raise inflation in coming quarters. Reflecting this, both survey- and market-based measures of near-term inflation expectations have moved up. By…
The Weekly BluRB - March 23rd, 2025
Economics / InvestingEditors: Andres Larios, Faith Spalding, Daniel Hou
The Weekly BluRB - November 18th, 2024
Economics / InvestingWe know that reducing policy restraint too quickly could hinder progress on inflation. At the same time, reducing policy restraint too slowly could unduly weaken economic activity and employment. We’re moving policy over time to a more…
The Weekly BluRB - Nov 9th, 2024
Economics / Investing“I wouldn’t rule anything out in that far away. But that’s certainly not our plan. I mean, our baseline expectation is that we’ll continue to move gradually down towards neutral, that the economy will continue to grow at a healthy clip…
First Woman, New Vision: Early Steps Towards a Stronger Mexico
Economics / InvestingIn Mexico, a country burdened by a policy-induced sluggish economy, newly appointed President Claudia Sheinbaum seeks to redefine the national trajectory on her terms. Her success, and Mexico’s, will ultimately depend on her ability to…
Picklenomics; The Economics of America’s Fastest Growing Sport
Economics / InvestingPickleball, a sport characterized by its low barriers to entry and short learning curve, proved an ideal, low-impact activity for older participants as well as a fun, socially distant activity during the pandemic. This unprecedented surge…
The Weekly BluRB - Nov 3rd, 2024
Economics / InvestingEditors: Venus Dhanda, Sydney Sibrian, Faith Spalding
The Weekly BluRB - Oct 20th, 2024
Economics / InvestingEditors: Venus Dhanda, Sydney Sibrian, Daniel Hou, Faith Spalding
The Weekly BluRB - Sept 8th, 2024
Economics / InvestingWelcome to the Weekly BluRB, a newsletter catered to students and professionals to get the latest news and insights on global markets. Get prepared for the week by reading four weekly stories circulating equity markets, macro trends…
The Downfall of Silicon Valley’s “Party Animal”: Investigating Michael Rothenberg’s Multimillion Dollar Fraud
Economics / InvestingThe trial and conviction of Michael Rothenberg have shocked many investors in the Silicon Valley as well as people around the world. His conviction in court revealed that his fraudulent investments cost up to $19 million.
What’s Going On With Taiwan?
Economics / InvestingDespite China’s efforts, they can’t keep Taiwan under their grasps. With a severing economy and growing independence, the People’s Republic of China’s momentum in actualizing the One China Policy reflects the fear of Taiwan’s growing…
Man vs. Money: CFPB v. CFSA and What it Means for America
Sponsored Economics / InvestingThe Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), established in 2010, has worked to regulate U.S. markets for over a decade, protecting consumers from risky and predatory lending practices. The Community Financial Association (CFSA)…
“Say ‘Cheese!’”
Economics / InvestingThis is how the famous Missouri cheese cave came to be; its existence is a testament to the failure of the government to adequately oversee markets in the long run.
The Tech Giant Under Fire: Google’s Antitrust Woes
Economics / InvestingSo what is the future of search? It entirely hinges on Judge Mehta’s ruling in United States v. Google LLC. If Dintzer and his team can successfully argue their case, compelling Google to change its anticompetitive practices, the DOJ would…
The Toll of Catastrophe: The Economics of Natural Disasters
Economics / InvestingNatural disasters can leave catastrophic damage around that world that exceeds geographical damage. Nigeria, Indonesia, and Maui faced distinct natural disasters that demonstrate how economic variables vary in the midst of catastrophe.
The United States & China: An Arms Race
Economics / InvestingNuclear weapons, the hypersonic missile, and maritime dominance are key advantages in the present and future of modern warfare. However, most notably, the backbone of national security lies within a resilient and diversified economy…
Waste Not, Want Not: A Circular Food Economy
Economics / InvestingTransitioning from a linear to a circular food economy stands as a pivotal solution to address the pressing problem of food waste. This collaborative endeavor holds promise not only in mitigating environmental challenges but also in…
Javier Milei's Dollarization Vision: A New Era for Argentina's Economy
Economics / Investing“The proposal of dollarization by Javier Milei represents a bold avenue for the nation. It offers the prospect of currency stability, which is vital given Argentina's history of hyperinflation and devaluation. While relinquishing control…
Amazon's Dilemma: Whether or Not to Increase Wages for Employees
Economics / Investing“Make Amazon Pay” is a recent campaign initiated by employees in the United States and other countries such as Japan and Australia. Amazon employees are fighting for higher wages and better working conditions, and they are willing to…
Big Question Mark in the Stock Market
Economics / InvestingRecently, the stock market has experienced big wins. Economists argue that this increase can be correlated to the fact that, in October, the consumer price index went down to 3.2 percent. The slowed consumer price index is rooted in a…
The Stripper Index: Decoding the Economic Signals of Sex Work
Economics / InvestingThe Stripper Index, named for how it relates the revenue generated by strippers’ cash tips to the financial strain of consumers and the current economic cycle, though it encompasses all forms of sexual labor, has been mostly a joke to…
Paying With Pandas
Economics / InvestingUltimately, this game of panda tug-of-war seems to be a manifestation of the boiling pettiness between two prominent global superpowers.
Election Season in Argentina: A Battle Against Hyper-Inflation
Economics / InvestingArgentina is currently experiencing one of its worst economic downturns in history. As of October 2023, inflation rates have soared to 140%, resulting in the Argentine peso losing 44% of its value in just the two months prior. As the…
Buying Soccer Clubs: More Than Just a Game
Economics / InvestingThe acquisition of Liverpool FC in 2010 by the sports marketing company Fenway Sports Group (FSG) for a purchase price of £300m marked the beginning of a new phase in the history of club ownership.
Interest Rate Shopping
Economics / InvestingAs inflation continues its upwards hike, savvy consumers can respond to the increased interest rates by shopping for a better savings account option. Protected from the variability and risk of investing in the stock market itself, there…
An Analysis of the Stock Market in a Post-Pandemic World
Economics / InvestingAmong other factors, the distribution of some $5 trillion of pandemic stimulus likely compelled the Federal Reserve to enact monetary policy to counter inflation. If financial tightening persists, investors might be urged to consider the…
Can Central Banks Justify Their Newfound Love?
Economics / InvestingMacroeconomic theory suggests that without any outside intervention, the macroeconomy will self-adjust and return to its long-run state after short-term shocks. The decision for policymakers thus boils down to a cost-benefit analysis…
The History of AI in Economic Research, written by AI
Economics / InvestingThe history of using AI in Economic Research is a modern but exponentially-improving field.
OPEC & The Case for American Energy Independence
Economics / InvestingAs the world reels from OPEC’s announcement of an unprecedented petroleum production cut, let’s take a few moments to examine OPEC and its role, as well as how America can protect its national and consumer interests by reducing its…
Preserving Generational Wealth: The Trust Fund
Economics / InvestingPoor financial decisions are one of the leading causes of lost generational wealth, making trust funds an especially helpful tool for those looking to preserve their assets… The control they provide and their wide range of uses make trust…
The Economics Behind the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022
Economics / InvestingWith the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM just around the corner, the quadrennial questions are, once again, swirling around the event and its economic practicality in a developing country that had to spend billions of dollars to construct the…
The Price of Immortality
Economics / InvestingIt seems that even in a bearish economy, there is still more money chasing innovation driven by limited, bright minds. Perhaps that might not come as a surprise. There are hundreds of different parts of aging that need to be better…
Hurricane Ian Cripples Insurers
Economics / InvestingThe last thing the current U.S. environment of high mortgage rates and inflation needs is a Category 4 storm like Hurricane Ian. Set to cost an estimated $65 billion in damages, 2022’s latest disaster signals how much worse things could…
The Blue Economy: Africa's Route to Sustainable Development
Economics / InvestingBlue economies provide a sustainable way forward for developing countries and island economies to formalize their institutions and industries. Seeing as Africa is in desperate need of ensuring its economic growth, a good blue economy…
The Enrollment Enigma: How Tuition Has Remained Stable Despite Inflation
Economics / InvestingDownward trends in enrollment have had a ripple effect at institutions across the country. As decreases in enrollment continue, schools are feeling pressure to keep tuition affordable. Although inflation has pushed up the prices of most…
Why Has the Cost of Education Skyrocketed?
Economics / InvestingThe cost of education has increased by over 100% in the last 20 years—a much higher rate compared to most other industries. This increase in the cost of education is paralleled by the increasingly widespread mentality that you need a…
A Buzzword for Fear: Stagflation
Economics / InvestingA plethora of problems stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic have surfaced in America, leading the country towards an economic decline. These problems—including stagnating wages and a downward spiral in the production of goods—span across…
Airlines Awry
Economics / InvestingFlight delays and cancellations are plaguing the air travel industry at an alarming rate—and no one is doing anything about it. So today, let’s pull back the curtain on the airlines in disarray and discover why we are in our current…
Going Green: A Guide to the SEC's New Environmental Disclosure Rule
Economics / InvestingWith the growing popularity of green movements in every facet of society, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is looking to launch the largest green financial initiative in history. They plan on implementing a new climate…
Neo-Colonialism in Africa Through Political Assassination
Economics / InvestingIf you think that Western imperialist powers have actually relinquished control over their former African colonies, think again. Even after many Western nations supposedly granted their colonies independence in the mid-20th century, they…
Let's Talk Facts
Economics / InvestingDemocracy is based on winning the popular vote and maintaining an image that will keep the public content. As a result, it might hinder politicians and lawmakers from creating policies that would be good for economic growth but unappealing…
So You Want to Get Into Debt?
Economics / Investing“Debt is bad” is simply a lie. You want to get into debt! Investing Columnist Aaron Jun Kit Wu explains the strategies to use debt to make a profit in the real estate and stock market.
In Two Words: Free Money
Economics / InvestingWhen the Fed increases their interest rates, stock prices drop and loan rates increase. However, there is a way to make a profit! Investing Columnist Aaron Jun Kit Wu dives into the strategies on how to turn a profit when cash supply…
An Analysis of Coupang, the E-Commerce Giant of South Korea
Economics / InvestingLast year, investor sentiment suggested that South Korean e-commerce giant Coupang would come to parallel the success of Amazon or the Alibaba Group. But since then, optimism has fallen. In this article, Investing Columnist Aditi…
Economic Indicators: Lipstick and Underwear
Economics / InvestingWhen consumer behavior and sentiment dictate how the economy will turn out, it’s no surprise that the sales trends of certain goods on the market can predict economic health. Everything from the height of women’s skirts to the price of Big…
A Love Letter to The Economist
Economics / InvestingThe Economist is an imperfect, classical-liberal publication that over-analyzes problems and sometimes makes grand predictions on limited information. Yet, it still remains my favorite publication by far.
Duck or Jab: Unraveling the UFC’s Fighter Compensation Controversy
Economics / InvestingThe UFC has experienced drastic growth since its founding in 1993. Not only has the organization cemented itself as the premier mixed martial arts promotion, but the enterprise has also developed into one of the most successful sports…
LEGO: The Real Solid Gold Bricks
Economics / InvestingLooking for an alternative investment? Want your money to grow more quickly than gold and stocks? Tired of Get-Rich-Quick-Schemes not working? Invest in LEGOs. SERIOUSLY.
Inflated economies forget to take measures against a looming recession
Economics / Investing2021 has been a very positive year for economic growth worldwide, nevertheless, rumors of a looming recession are becoming more of a reality. Europe’s increase gas prices, China’s Omicron outbreak, and the US’s rapid inflation are blaring…
Eat, Pray, …Subscribe?
Economics / InvestingRestaurant chains have started to capitalize on subscription packages, an industry and service which has steadily grown, especially during COVID-19. Places such as Taco Bell, Sweetgreens, Panera, and BJ’s all have introduced monthly passes…
Does the Met Gala Help or Hurt the Fashion Industry?
Economics / Investing$13 million. That is how much on average the Met Gala – a fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art – raises per year. But are the benefits to the Gala truly worth the cost and downsides?
Ghost Kitchens: The Future Restaurant Model?
Economics / InvestingA new restaurant model has stealthily emerged in response to the industry’s devastating financial losses from the pandemic: the ghost kitchen, a facility designed solely to prepare meals and deliver them to your doorstep. In this article…
Prison Profiteers
Economics / InvestingOver the last four decades, the incarceration rate has grown exponentially: a 500% increase that has left prisons overflowing throughout the nation. This rise in incarceration is not a subsequent result due to a rise in crime, but rather a…
A Marine Le Pen Presidency: Coup de Grace for Europe
Economics / InvestingIf far-right candidate Marine le Pen becomes the next French president, what would her ambitions mean for the European economy—and for her country's geopolitical ambitions?
The Price of War is Paid in Wheat
Economics / InvestingThe Ukraine conflict represents an existential threat to global food security as some of the world’s largest food exporters: Russia and Ukraine, become embroiled in war. Economics Columnist Sean O’Connell explores what’s happening to world…
War Calls for Europe’s Green Energy Transition
Economics / InvestingRussia’s invasion of Ukraine has forced the EU and the United States to take real strides towards transitioning into green energy in the hopes of reducing their dependence on Russia’s fossil fuel exports. Did it have to take a war for…
Will the Climate-Change Crisis be the Next Big Market Driver?
Economics / InvestingThe current climate-change crisis demands attention and the public is looking to policy makers to make a move. With a variety of advantages and disadvantages to consider, the debate for policy tools has run long.
Ukraine Fights as Gold Flies
Economics / InvestingAs various elements of the stock market as well as other securities witnessed a piercing decline, one industry stood apart as a beacon of stability: the gold industry.
Russian Economics on Edge: Looking Into the Status Quo
Economics / InvestingThe Russian economy has taken a massive hit as sanctions bite. The effects – both ongoing and soon-to-be – will create chaos within the previously strong-standing society. The country, now being cut off by neighbors and pressured into…
Globalization in Peril
Economics / InvestingGlobalization is not new. People have traded goods across oceans and continents since the Silk Road. But this 2,000 year legacy may now be in jeopardy as an increasing number of experts warn that globalization, as we know it, may be coming…
Trouble in Turkey: The Lira Crisis
Economics / InvestingTurkey should be a country with a strongly developing economy. However, the recent Turkish lira crisis indicates the opposite. This article will explore some of the contributing factors behind the lira’s sudden depreciation and the…
March Betting
Economics / InvestingMarch Madness, the colloquial name for the NCAA men's Basketball Tournament, is aptly named for a variety of reasons, whether it be for the nail-biting, heart-attack-inducing-finishes, or the decrease in worker productivity during the…
Why Your Favorite Companies Are Privately Held
Economics / InvestingFrom Trader Joe’s to Cargill, many of America’s most popular and lucrative companies are not available for retail investors to purchase. What does it say about the stock market that the vast majority of companies in America are privately…
Special Drawing Rights During COVID-19
Economics / InvestingIn August 2021, the IMF released $650 billion worth of SDRs to all nations to mitigate the impact of COVID on government balance-sheets. Yet a lack of oversight means free currency was spent indiscriminately.
Battle of the Banks
Economics / InvestingThe U.S. and its allies announced new sanctions on Russia targeting foreign assets and removing several banks from the SWIFT payment system. This unprecedented financial penalization could come with unintended consequences.
The Empirical Revolution in Economics
Economics / InvestingThe field of economics is undergoing a revolution, becoming more relevant, accurate, timely, and empirical by using technology to track everything, all the time. Our economics columnist explains how plentiful data is drastically changing…
What’s Happening with Chinese Stocks Listed on U.S. Exchanges?
Economics / InvestingDid you know that U.S. exchange listed Chinese stocks face numerous challenges? In this short article, investing columnist Abby Copeland will investigate the complicated nature of Chinese stocks listed on U.S. exchanges and factors…
A New Great Recession: Financial Sector During the 2008 Financial Crisis and the COVID-19 Pandemic
Economics / InvestingThe COVID-19 has, unequivocally, triggered a global crisis comparable in size to historical precedents such as the Great Recession of 2008. While the two may be similar in their ramifications, the current crisis differs significantly from…
Gen Z Market Predictions: The Problem that Many Companies Don’t See Coming, and the Opportunity for the Ones that Do
Economics / InvestingWill Gen Z cause a stock market crash or create bountiful opportunities? Investing columnist Abby Copeland discusses Gen Z’s implications on the stock market and how companies can save themselves from what’s about to come.
Evergrande and the Future of Chinese Real Estate
Economics / InvestingA huge area of land devoted to the construction of a theme park and an electric vehicle manufacturing unit stands empty. Yet, these were just some of the projects undertaken by China’s Evergrande Group, a company that now faces the threat…
Make the Most of Your Donations
Economics / InvestingLearn how to donate in the most cost-effective ways this holiday season. While all donations should be encouraged, there are many ways you can stretch your dollar. With some research, you can find charities that align with your goals and…
The Future of Housing in New York and Beyond
Economics / InvestingNew York is the flagship city that is a microcosm for greater housing trends in the United States. The mass influx of young people entering New York has created a mega-city with mass urbanization efforts keeping up with a rapidly growing…
Deep in the ‘Heartbeat Bill’ of Texas
Economics / InvestingTexas has attacked women’s reproductive rights with the passage of Senate Bill 8, the strictest anti-abortion law in the country. In the following article, Community columnist Amalia Nichols, a Texas native, investigates the extensive…
A Golden Time Horizon
Economics / InvestingA recent fall in the price of gold is causing many investors to be concerned. While the drop may seem scary on the surface, it shouldn’t present much to be worried about in the long run.
Is Migration A Necessity?
Economics / InvestingCountries must take actions that foster international ties and should not restrict them—especially at a time when a global pandemic has shown that the international economy cannot exist without multilateral cooperation.
Paradoxical Pricing: The Unusual Realities of the Video Game Market
Economics / InvestingLearn about the arbitrary nature of deciding video game prices. Economics columnist Derrick Cui uncovers the irrational decisions producers make when picking a price and consumers make when purchasing a game.
The Cheap Money Exodus: Tapering and the Economy Ahead
Economics / InvestingTapering - the end of quantitative easing - has finally arrived, bringing an epilogue to the era of cheap money. How will tapering impact the economy, and what does it mean for the common public? In this article, Financial Literacy…
Proptech is Reshaping Real Estate
Economics / InvestingFor decades, the American housing industry has remained relatively resistant to change. But amidst the current housing climate, proptech companies, tech startups in the real estate space, have begun to streamline different aspects of the…
The Death of the Debt Ceiling
Economics / InvestingAfter coming close to catastrophe earlier this month, Congress voted to raise the US debt ceiling by $480 billion in order to allow the government to borrow enough money to fund its commitments until December. In this article, Dhruv…
Hello MTV--Welcome to My Crib
Economics / InvestingFurnishing an apartment for the first time doesn’t always have to be a headache! Although the pandemic has made furnishing more difficult and costly, you can improve your experience by planning ahead with a few helpful tips in mind.
Contactless Payments: The New Way of Spending
Economics / InvestingContactless payments have taken the world by storm, with its boasted efficiency and how it makes it easy for customers to purchase products with one less step in the process of transactions. Learn more about the intricacies of contactless…
The Fight for Candy (and Vaccines?)
Economics / InvestingToday, inequity exists in many forms: opportunities, income, and treatment - to name a few. However, with the advent of the COVID-19 pandemic, a new form of inequity has emerged: vaccine inequity. This article explores the issue of vaccine…
A Greener Future: Investing in Global Energy Infrastructure
Economics / InvestingThis paper will analyze why investment in green energy is decreasing and how individual consumers can help change that narrative by investing in three futuristic clean energy companies.
Sports Cards: Trending Upwards
Economics / InvestingThe sports card market is scorching hot as of late, and there is no end in sight. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, the industry has catapulted forward, shattering previous sales records and growing a loyal consumer base. In the following…
COVID-19 and the Asian American Community
Economics / InvestingXenophobia and racism have been endemic throughout American history, but the COVID-19 pandemic highlighted how it affects the Asian American community in the United States. From suffering Asian-owned businesses to high rates of…
The Vitamin Industry: Supplement or Placebo?
Economics / InvestingFrom CVS to Vons, most pharmacies or grocery stores will have a section dedicated to miscellaneous vitamins, some of which you didn’t even know existed. Although maintaining proper vitamin and mineral levels is an essential part of a…
Not In Their Prime: Seasonal Employment and Elderly Poverty in Nomadland
Economics / InvestingThe film Nomadland reveals very real problems concerning how policymakers and corporations exploit seasonal workers, specifically elderly gig economy employees. Although temporary employment may be attractive for companies such as Amazon…
Helping Save Small Businesses During the Pandemic—The Role of PPP Loans
Economics / InvestingThis article explores how Paycheck Protection Loans aided small businesses during COVID-19 and the role that they will play as the economy recovers.
Intellectual Property in a Pandemic: Does Vaccine Access Need to Change?
Economics / InvestingOn October 2, 2020 India and South Africa proposed a temporary waiver on coronavirus vaccine patent rights in a meeting of the World Trade Organization. With over 100 co-signatories (mostly developing countries), the so-called "TRIPS…
Biden’s Ambitious Climate Plan: What Does This Mean for the American Economy, Jobs, and Investment?
Economics / InvestingBiden’s climate plan was one of the most highly anticipated of his campaign promises due to its $2 Trillion investment in combating climate change. This article will detail the basics of the plan, its effect on US GDP and investments, and…
The Rules That Steer the U.S. Economy
Economics / InvestingThe Citizens United Ruling fuels income inequality and stagnating wages in America because corporations have more influence in politics than voters. When corporations have more power, they focus on profit maximization and returns to…
The Economics of Airports and Privatization
Economics / InvestingWho exactly owns airports and how do they function? We examine the complex business models of airports and discuss the trend of airport privatization – in particular, the causes of privatization and whether it is a better form of ownership.
A Tale of Two Giant Firms: How to Best Compensate CEOs and Employees
Economics / InvestingCEO to employee compensation ratios have increased seventeen-fold within the past five decades, helping propagate an increase in wealth inequality in the United States. But how much should CEOs reward themselves, relative to their…
The Texas Blackouts: A Tale of Mismanagement and Racism
Economics / InvestingThe Texas blackouts seem to be an isolated problem that happened due to unpleasant weather, but examining the whole story reveals significant systemic racism and problems in the state’s infrastructure.
A Practical Guide to Buying Sustainable Fashion
Economics / InvestingThe term sustainable has been growing exponentially in the fashion industry as consumers become more conscious of how their clothes are made. This article won’t focus on all of the environmental damage caused by the textile and fashion…
The Wage War
Economics / InvestingAs the United States attempts to build back the economy in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, debate over raising the federal minimum wage rages in Congress. What will this measure cost us? How much will it help? We explore this and…
Amazon’s Illegal Fake Review Market
Economics / InvestingMany sellers try to game Amazon’s rating system to increase the amount of customers who purchase their products. See how they achieve this and what you can do to avoid being tricked!
COVID-19: A Menstrual Health Crisis in sub-Saharan Africa
Economics / InvestingWhile the COVID-19 pandemic has posed difficulties globally, menstruators and young girls in sub-Saharan Africa have been hit particularly hard by the pandemic due to period poverty. Sub-Saharan Africa’s financial struggles during the…
SPACs: A Convenient Anesthesia for FOMO
Economics / InvestingAs with most financial market crazes, the fear of missing out motivates buying and selling en masse. The market’s current fantasy with special-purpose acquisition companies (SPACs), a financial instrument mired in a suspicious past, may…
Financial Markets, Friend or Foe of Low Income Developing Countries (LIDCs) During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Economics / InvestingThe pandemic has disproportionately affected LIDCs across the globe; with LIDCs lacking access to financial capital, they face domestic economic decline and forecast increased levels of poverty. As LIDCs struggle with limited financial…
Is the EU Still America’s Economic Ally?
Economics / InvestingIt looks like the United States just became a third wheel. Recent economic data from the E.U.’s statistical office shows that China is now the European Union’s biggest trading partner of goods, knocking the U.S. from its prime spot. While…
The Dollar Abroad
Economics / InvestingThe U.S. dollar finds itself as the currency of the global economy. In extreme circumstances, many countries even replace their own sovereign currencies for the dollar, in hopes of bringing much-needed economic stability. The dollar's…
India’s Inflated Instant Loan Market
Economics / InvestingAs economies across the world have come crashing down due to the coronavirus, Indian consumers are suffering from suppressed wages, mass lay-offs, and reduced economic activity. Yet, while the entire country’s economy has been turned…
Online Education Industry Boom: Should We Invest Online Education Companies Right Now?
Economics / InvestingThe online education industry is expected to experience rapid growth during the COVID-19 pandemic since the majority of schools are closed. The leading online education companies such as Chegg, Coursera, and Udacity may have promising…
Balancing Labor and Capital in the Private Tuition Market
Economics / InvestingBRB hones into the industry of private tutoring, and uses a case study in Singapore to show the effectiveness, efficiency and profitability of a firm in this market if executed correctly.
The Gaming Industry During COVID-19
Economics / InvestingBRB dives into the multi billion dollar gaming industry. With the recent release of both Sony and Microsoft’s ‘next gen’ consoles, let’s take a look at how the pandemic bolstered key players in this market.
The Rise of Ecommerce and the Fall of Retail
Economics / InvestingOver the past year, COVID 19 has impacted buying decisions and seller practices. As cases continue to rise across the world, how have businesses been impacted by closures and online commerce?
Why Dividends May Hurt the Long-Term Investor
Economics / InvestingAre dividends really all they’re made out to be? Investing columnist Ananth Rao investigates the extent to which dividends should be used as a positive factor in evaluating investment opportunities for investors in various phases of life.
Impact Investing: A form of "Guilt Capital" or a quest for Real Returns?
Economics / InvestingIn the past decade, impact investing has seen an exponential increase in emerging markets such as India, China, Philippines, and Vietnam - regardless of the risks involved. In this article, our Economic columnist attempts to identify the…
Race to Replace Hong Kong
Economics / InvestingDisrupted by unstable democracy protests and an unprecedented National Security Law, Hong Kong’s position as Asia’s favored financial hub is under threat like never before. Investing Columnist Leo Wang investigates the increasingly bleak…
Your Alexa Could Be the Cause of Economic Disruption
Economics / InvestingVirtual assistant software is now considered one of the most sophisticated and fastest-growing technologies of our time. Becoming more prevalent than ever before, the tech giants have jumped on the bandwagon to take the lead in this…
A Road to Nowhere
Economics / InvestingWith people slowly heading back to work, it is worth examining America’s struggling public transportation systems. How do we get back on track?
Solving the World’s Debt Crisis, Can International Collaboration Solve a Monetary Spiral?
Economics / InvestingWhat happens when entire countries can no longer pay their debts in the 21st century? Is the international economy strong enough to handle dozens of insolvent countries—especially in the middle of a global pandemic? This article explores…
Becoming an Entrepreneur 101
Economics / InvestingMany college students and adults want to start their own company as they think they have the next million dollar idea. However, only a few of those entrepreneurs actually succeed while many others go bankrupt. In this article, I will…
Small Towns Are More Than Pandemic Playgrounds
Economics / InvestingThe COVID-19 pandemic is estimated to have killed 200,000 Americans and temporarily closed millions of businesses. But as metropolitan areas begin to open up and loosen restrictions, for rural Americans, the worst is still yet to come.
Is Going to Culinary School a Good Investment?
Economics / InvestingAre you planning to attend culinary school to enhance your cooking skills and start a new career? Community Columnist Wayne Chien analyzes the costs and benefits of a formal cooking education while also providing valuable tips to break…
The Race for the Arctic
Economics / InvestingWho owns the Arctic and what exactly is so important about it? As climate change leads to the further melting of Arctic ice, countries are scrambling to stake their economic claim in the region. We examine these claims, explore what is…
COVID-19’s Impact on Real Estate Sector: Possibilities or Risks?
Economics / InvestingCOVID-19 has an unprecedented and far-reaching effect on the global economy, bringing up lots of uncertainties and potential risks for investment in 2020. The historically low mortgage rates provide possibilities for the potential…
Coronavirus: African Financial Markets
Economics / InvestingAs the coronavirus pandemic rages on, global economies continue to sink as unemployment and decreasing consumer good demand pose serious long term threats. Developing nations are particularly vulnerable as they lack the required…
The Game Changer for Edtech: COVID-19
Economics / InvestingThe pandemic has left many industries helpless, but edtech-based companies have been witnessing their sales skyrocket as the outbreak came to be a blessing in disguise for the industry. Let us take a look at how COVID-19 has acted as a…
The Next STAR
Economics / InvestingWhat if Nasdaq isn’t the dominant science and technology focused stock exchange? Investing Columnist Leo Wang explores the rise of Asia’s newest and most valuable market—one which also leads China’s counter against America’s technological…
The Retail Apocalypse: Staying ahead during COVID-19
Economics / InvestingThe Covid-19 pandemic has added fuel to the fire of The Retail Apocalypse. Some of our favorite brands have decided to close up shop. Yet, some seem to be thinking ahead. Our Economic Columnist discusses ways tech, fashion, and coffee…
Vacationing in the 21st Century
Economics / InvestingTravelers can now take advantage of unique vacation opportunities — for free. Senior Investing Columnist Sean Toobi breaks down the home exchanges domain and its growing popularity despite the recent struggles in the broader travel and…
Women Are Falling Down the Corporate Ladder
Economics / InvestingMillions of Americans lost their jobs due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but one key demographic may remain home even after the quarantine ends: women. Since the start of the pandemic, women have been leaving at a rate 4 times greater than…
What you need to know about Joe Biden’s Tax Plan
Economics / InvestingBRB dives into presidential candidate Joe Biden’s tax plan. With the election right round the corner, we have condensed and summarized all you need to know about what is going on with Biden’s taxes.
Do Unemployment Benefits Disincentivize People to Go Back to Work?
Economics / InvestingWith the coronavirus spreading throughout the US, the CARES Act is intended to stop people from finding employment in high transmission jobs, spreading COVID-19 further. How effective is this act? Wayne Chien takes us further with this…
Belarus and a Post-Lukashenko Economy
Economics / InvestingWhat is happening in Belarus and what could a new Belarusian economy look like? We take a look at the current state of Belarus and examine some of the possible changes that could be implemented in a Post-Lukashenko economy to promote…
Not So Silent Night
Economics / InvestingHave things been quieter lately? Noise pollution has been affecting our daily lives, but as businesses shut down due to COVID-19 it has largely subsided. Learn about the benefits of a quieter environment, and why corporations should be…
Understanding Proposition 22
Economics / InvestingIn recent years, California’s voters have been increasingly tasked with making important policy decisions with limited information on the November ballot.
The Death of the Great American Buffet
Economics / InvestingNothing screams “America” quite like a good old fashioned buffet. A glorious smorgasbord of culinary delights, as much food as one could possibly want, all for one typically affordable price, and a true memorial to the distinctly American…
COVID-19: How Has It Changed Spending Habits of Young Consumers?
Economics / InvestingThe COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in many changes in the daily lives of people from all around the world. Video streaming on social media platforms has shown people rushing into grocery stores and stocking up on canned food and toilet…
CSR for Thought
Economics / InvestingWhen asked to name a company dedicated to corporate social responsibility, almost everyone will immediately mention Patagonia. Patagonia, an upscale apparel retailer, for years was viewed as an anomaly by both investors and industry…
Beyond Filling Wallets: ESG Investing and its Future
Economics / InvestingThere has long been interest in responsible investing. In 1985, students at Columbia University protested because the university invested in several companies that had businesses in apartheid South Africa. Through months of action, the…
Black Lives Matter...What About Black Businesses?
Economics / InvestingWith the recent (as of the writing of this article) nationwide Black Lives Matter protests, the issues of police brutality and systemic racism against African Americans has re-emerged in the media. This resurgence has highlighted the…
Illegal Drug Trade: A Game of Subterfuge
Economics / InvestingIn 1971, President Richard Nixon officially proclaimed a war on drugs. Since then, the United States has spent well over $1 trillion on drug prevention and detainment. "If we cannot destroy the drug menace in America, then it will surely…
Amtrak’s Inefficient Routes: Quantifying Their Net Cost
Economics / InvestingThe Northeast Corridor serves 17% of the US population, but covers 2% of the land in the US. In a 2014 report by Amtrak, the Northeast Corridor helps support the education and powerhouses that are located in the area. The train is…
How To Get Tax Breaks, Threaten to Leave
Economics / InvestingStates have a tax problem. The most consistently profitable companies in the Fortune 500 only pay about half the statutory federal income tax rate—a fourth pay less than 10 percent. Some even get refunds from Uncle Sam—despite making over…
The Financial Crisis in Lebanon before COVID-19
Economics / InvestingA total of 101 incidents at various banks across Lebanon from November 1 to January 13, including sit-ins, minor and violent scuffles, hostage taking, and forklifts blocking bank entrances, have only contributed to the exponential decline…
Ximalaya FM: The Legal Monopoly
Economics / InvestingIn the earlier days of the Internet, tech companies relied on free content to attract users. As the volume of digital content surged, however, quality did not necessarily keep up. It was a struggle to weed through low-quality content, and…
Profiting off of Prison Labor
Economics / Investing“Factories with Fences” and “American Made” boasts UNICOR. Better known as the Federal Prison Industries program, UNICOR makes nearly half a billion dollars in net sales annually using prison labor, paying inmates between 23¢ to $1.15 per…
The Virtual Exchange Rate Trap
Economics / InvestingWhen I was in middle school, I hit a phase where I became addicted to money-earning apps, like FreeMyApps. Over the period of a few months, I had earned around $300. With that money, I probably could have bought something useful–but no…
Small Box is the New Big Box
Economics / InvestingSo what is a Flex Format store? They’re smaller Target stores carrying just a fraction of the products of full-line locations, with selections individually tailored to fit the specific needs of the surrounding community. Most include a…
Boeing (BA): A Buy at Low Levels?
Economics / InvestingIt’s no secret that COVID-19 has transformed the American economy. Manufacturing plants are shutting down, employees who can are working from home, and companies are struggling to stay afloat. Although many of these changes are temporary…
Unemployment and Inflation Numbers Might Invalidate this Econ Theory
Economics / InvestingAbout a year ago, I wrote this article about why the Fed was raising rates in trying to engineer a soft landing. The objective was to prevent an overheated economy and high inflation rates, given the record unemployment levels among other…
Understanding Chinese GDP Misreporting
Economics / InvestingDespite recent metrics around the globe showing severe production declines as a result of coronavirus, Chinese GDP growth continues to be one of the fastest among developed and developing nations. That’s not a new story. While the rest of…
Is America ready for its next pandemic?
Economics / Investing[insert a one or two sentence hook that sums up the spirit of the article and offers actionable value to the reader, e.g. Learn how to take of your metaphorical dog: Credit. What are the differences between credit scores and credit…
Coronavirus: Supply Chains and Sneezes
Economics / InvestingWith the current coronavirus situation looming large in headlines, it seems to be at the forefront of everyone’s minds. Along with this latest wave of COVID-19 related panic, you may have heard of the mass-panic induced toilet paper…
Corona Virus and its Effect on Small Businesses
Economics / InvestingOn Sunday, March 15th, the United States Federal Reserve lowered the interest rate to 0 percent in an effort to prevent the country from falling into another financial crisis due to the Coronavirus. Although this strategy is common for the…
Face It: You (Probably) Got a Tax Cut
Economics / InvestingThe United States has been an economic powerhouse in the world since 1920, but has the implementation of taxes stymied its growth whatsoever? Congress recently reviewed tax policies, with extensive changes on the capital gains tax, a tax…
An Apology Worth $50B
Economics / InvestingThe antagonistic relationship between the two nations began back in 1910 when Japan colonized South Korea. Japanese oppression pushed Korean men into forced labor, required every Korean to rename themselves in Japanese, and punished…
Beware of Financial Twilight Zones
Economics / InvestingImagine a place where investors’ expectations about risk, profitability and growth are warped and markets stop functioning properly. These markets are not as uncommon as you might think. These are the Financial Twilight Zones.
DoorDash: Dominant or Doomed?
Economics / InvestingAs one of the most anticipated IPO’s of the year, DoorDash is set to go public in an exceptionally volatile market. The online food delivery platform has grown into a $12.6 billion dollar company in just seven years, with a dramatic…
Chocolate’s Bitter Impacts on the Ivory Coast
Economics / InvestingThe cacao bean, once thought a divine food by the Aztecs that imparted wisdom, is now considered by its farmers the curse of “brown gold.” The curse itself is easy to understand: manufacturers like Hershey’s and Nestlé must sell cheap…
Trump’s 2017 Tax Cuts: Economic Rocket Fuel or Inequality Perpetuated?
Economics / InvestingTax cuts are generally a very popular policy. As then Speaker of the House Paul Ryan and other proponents of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act argued, who doesn’t want their government to “giv[e] the people their money back”? President Donald…
California’s Fight Against the Gig Economy
Economics / InvestingChanges in technology and business models have created the opportunity for millions of people to participate in what is now deemed the gig economy. Companies such as Uber, Lyft, DoorDash, and Rover are leading the forefront of this new…
A Crash Course in Bonds
Economics / InvestingWant to make a steady stream of income without the hazard of stocks? That’s what bonds can do. Learn about some treasury bond opportunities outside of the US and how to read bond credit ratings.
Gender oriented climate action: How we can tackle two of the biggest problems facing the world right now
Economics / InvestingThe economic and social impact of climate change has become increasingly evident in the past few years. According to the World Economic Forum, the four biggest risks facing the world are failing to adapt to climate change, human-made…
Chained to Ratings
Economics / InvestingWhy International Banks Struggle to Innovate in a Strict Ratings Market. The last time credit ratings probably played a major role in your life—if in fact they ever did—was during the 2008 Financial Crisis. As the canonical story goes…
One Country Two Systems: Political Ingenuity or Politically Ingenuine?
Economics / InvestingThe inception and evolution of Hong Kong’s system of legal frameworks and institutions form the cornerstone of the city’s international and economic identity. Although they, along with the city’s economic system, have helped connect China…
A Market Proposal: Microfinance Pitfalls and Solutions
Economics / Investing“Freedom from poverty is not free. The poor are willing and capable to pay the cost,” concluded a 1999 Reserve Bank of India taskforce on finance reforms. While that analysis might seem more at home in a Gilded Age drawing room than a…
Berkeley-Haas Distinguished Professor on a Crusade to Democratize Financial Knowledge
Economics / InvestingWith almost two decades of finance and accounting expertise, Panos N. Patatoukas is transforming UC Berkeley into a social and technological platform to bring Financial Information Analysis (FIA) back to the people!
The Economics behind the Marvel Cinematic Universe
Economics / InvestingComing off a much-hyped phase 4 announcement and a record-breaking end to phase 3 with Avengers: Endgame, The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) is on a roll like no other. Not many expected this back in 2008, but with a few macroeconomic…
Is Big Data Really that Big a Deal?
Economics / InvestingOver the past twenty years, there has been a tremendous increase in the utilizable and interpretable data available to companies. This has led to an arms race amongst investors to gain an informational edge. Business managers have started…
Disintermediation of the Doggy-Doctor Relationship: Following the Puppy Profit
Economics / InvestingThe business of selling things for pets has always been that of selling things to people. In the U.S., money spent on pets has more than doubled in the past decade, and these increases have spurred new products, services, and business…
The Year of the Unicorn
Economics / InvestingUnicorns – the venture capital backed startups that graze throughout Silicon Valley – were once an endangered species. However, this year they have begun to appear everywhere with a record number of companies filing for an Initial Public…
How Co-Working Spaces Can Help Startups Bloom
Economics / InvestingHow do you find a place to not only run your startup business but also meet your customers? A place with comfortable meeting rooms at a low cost?...
The Drivers and Obstacles of Financial Democratization
Economics / InvestingRobinhood has taken the world of stock trading by storm. In a market that was previously inaccessible to a ...
Whipping Up a Storm in the Markets
Economics / InvestingStorms are generally looked at in a negative-light, and for good reason. But from a purely economic perspective...
A Pennypinchers Guide to Make Extra Cash
Economics / InvestingInvesting by definition is expending money with the expectation of achieving a future profit or return...
Consumer Involvement in Corporate Social Responsibility(CSR)?
Economics / InvestingMultinational corporations—such as Wells Fargo, Walt Disney, and Wal-Mart— have the power and resources...
Marginal Tax Rates Primer
Economics / InvestingDo you know how your income taxes are being collected? Understanding the progressive tax system is crucial..
The Conglomerate Conundrum
Economics / InvestingAll companies want to grow. Stock analysts criticize stagnant companies, while CEOs defend themselves by touting...
How to Get Rich (Eventually) and Why They Don’t Want You to Be
Economics / InvestingWith minimal effort and a bit of financial discipline, purchasing shares of an index fund ...
A Regulator’s Perspective on Monopoly Power
Economics / InvestingIs Monopoly merely an old school early 20th century phenomena? How do modern businesses in America achieve aggressive consolidation?...
Rebuilding Coal Country
Economics / Investing“I can tell you what my grand-daddy always said. No matter how many times you beat and kick that dead horse, it’s not getting up to plow again,” a former coal miner...
A Short-Lived Boost for Passenger Airlines
Economics / InvestingTo meet the rapid growth in demand from e-commerce sales, logistics companies like FedEx and Amazon...
Soft Landing
Economics / InvestingThe current boom just became the longest on record. But where do we go from here?...
The China – US Trade Standoff – Unwelcome development, or hidden opportunity?
Economics / InvestingThe world’s two largest economic superpowers are set to square-off in a bout that is sure to shake up world-markets...
Wealth, Poverty and Kindergarten: The Impact of Early Childhood Education
Economics / InvestingIf you had to rank different periods of childhood education according to importance, which level...
IPOs Structural Mispricing Discovery
Economics / InvestingIn most cases we think of IPOs as moments when stocks are introduced in the market and report enormous returns...
Patching Up Margins with Real Estate
Economics / InvestingOperating margins tell an investor a lot of about the underlying economics of a business, and managers of public companies know that...
Peet’s and Noah’s are the Same Company
Economics / InvestingDid you know that Noah's Bagels is owned by the same company that pours your Peet’s Coffee?...
Recording Revenues Before Billing Customers
Economics / InvestingAre accounting regulations strict enough to avoid managers’ misconduct?...
Venture Capital’s Big Stack Bully
Economics / InvestingInvestors are constantly encouraged to think long term. But how long is long?
Must Have Apps to Help you Save, Invest, and Spend
Economics / InvestingWith google chrome extensions such as Finance Toolbar and apps such as Evernote, Honey...