2981. CPI Preview
Bill McBride discusses the upcoming Consumer Price Index release, providing forecasts and insights on inflation trends and the impact of tariffs on prices.
2982. David Sacks is correct
Tyler Cowen discusses the current state of AI development, emphasizing decentralized progress and competition among companies, countering doomer narratives about monopolistic outcomes.
2983. If You Believe the CPS Employment Series Turns Down before the CES, Be Afraid
The post discusses the reliability of employment data from different sources, emphasizing the CPS series' variability and its implications for interpreting employment trends.
2984. Weekly tabs
The author discusses personal updates, plans for a road trip, and shares insights on data analysis tools and recent music releases.
2985. Why Tariffs On More Countries Can Be Better
Alex Tabarrok explains that uniform tariffs on all countries can lead to better economic outcomes than selective tariffs, despite the latter seeming closer to free trade.
2986. Talking With Hélène Rey
The discussion centers on international currency roles, the impact of U.S. tariffs, and the uncertainty surrounding Trump's policies on global economic credibility.
2987. Schedule for Week of August 10, 2025
Key economic reports for the week include CPI, retail sales, and manufacturing surveys, with consensus forecasts provided for each indicator.
2988. We get asked about tariffs all the time. Here's what we say
Common questions about tariffs and their implications on the economy are addressed, providing insights into their impact on inflation and recession.
2989. Northern Ghana travel notes
The post describes the sights, culture, and experiences in Northern Ghana, highlighting art, local customs, and the unique characteristics of Tamale.
2990. What happens when governments cook the books
Mary Childs discusses the implications of government data manipulation, highlighting cases from Argentina and Greece to illustrate the challenges of restoring trust in economic statistics.
2991. Interesting Facts About the Cocoa Market
The post discusses cocoa market dynamics, including farmer exploitation, state monopsony, smuggling, and corruption in Ghana and Ivory Coast's cocoa industry.
2992. How Many Jobs Depend on Exports?
Timothy Taylor discusses the significant number of jobs linked to exports and the potential risks posed by trade policies, particularly regarding US tariffs.
2993. ChatGPT-5 Writes a Story
Joshua Gans explores the capabilities of ChatGPT-5 in storytelling, showcasing its engaging responses to whimsical prompts and reflecting on human-AI interaction.
2994. IRS Commissioner Billy Long replaced after less than two months
Scott Horsley discusses the replacement of IRS Commissioner Billy Long by the Trump administration after a brief tenure.
2995. It’s Beginning to Smell a Lot Like Stagflation
An argument that current economic policies, particularly tariffs and immigration restrictions, are likely to lead to inflation and potential stagflation in the U.S. economy.
2996. Did RFK just take away your cancer treatment?
Noah Smith discusses the advancements in cancer treatment, particularly focusing on mRNA vaccines and their potential to transform cancer from a death sentence into a manageable disease.
2997. A Non-Reswitching Theorem Inapplicable To Non-Competitive Markets?
Robert Vienneau discusses the implications of non-reswitching theorems in economic models, particularly in relation to non-competitive markets and the Cambridge capital controversy.
2998. Is anyone worth a billion dollars?
Tyler Cowen discusses Meta's valuation increase due to AI investments and the implications for its future profitability and market expectations.
2999. Las Vegas sees drop in tourism, hinting at broader economic woes facing the U.S.
Juliana Kim discusses the decline in Las Vegas tourism and its implications for the U.S. economy and consumer confidence.
3000. More for Palantir, less for mRNA, and a disaster database redemption arc
Darian Woods discusses Palantir's revenue growth, cuts to mRNA vaccine research, and the revival of a climate disaster database.