Inflation
Will Donald Trump Make Big Gains Among Young Voters?
There’s reason for skepticism, but even a moderate improvement for Trump with that cohort could prove fatal to Joe Biden’s reelection.
Now’s Not the Time to Double Down on Protectionism
Trade restrictions aren’t the biggest driver of inflation, but their effects aren’t trivial, either.
Measuring the Economy Under Donald Trump and Joe Biden
A scorecard circulating on social media uses old data.
Fact Checking President Biden’s State of the Union Speech
He made dubious claims about billionaires’ tax rates, inflation, the pandemic-related economic crisis, and more.
Unfrozen Caveman Tucker
Simple folk wisdom can be persuasive, even when pushed by an obvious phony.
The Problem With ‘Monetizing the Debt’
Just printing more money won’t solve our problems.
Some of My Big 2024 Questions
Will we avoid a recession? Will China’s recovery continue to fizzle? Is this the year for AI? And more.
How Much Would Kevin McCallister’s Shopping Trip Cost in 2023?
Contemporary comparisons tend to leave out the increase in wages.
Over the River and Through the Recession
Despite the malaise, the U.S. economy continues to defy expectations.
Americans’ Grim Views of the Decent U.S. Economy Are Perfectly Understandable
High prices for food and gas and elevated interest rates are more visible than more encouraging big-picture indicators.
The Federal Reserve Hits Pause
The central bank holds interest rates steady but signals more hikes could come.
Yes, Mortgage Rates Have Gone Up During the Biden Presidency. Here’s Why.
The pandemic had something to do with it, but so did policy.
Inflation Continues to Moderate, But Warning Signs on the Horizon
Plus: A new nuclear reactor comes online in Georgia.
A Busy Week for NATO Leaders in Vilnius
Plus: The best inflation report in years.
