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The post examines the rising citation patterns of econometrics papers, particularly in difference-in-differences, highlighting notable examples and their impact on the field.
The post analyzes local housing market trends in May, highlighting sales declines, inventory levels, and price changes while anticipating June's data.
Paul Krugman discusses the impending negative impacts of proposed Republican legislation on health care and low-income Americans, emphasizing the loss of insurance coverage.
Scott Horsley discusses the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching record highs despite trade tensions and conflicts in the Middle East.
Bill McBride discusses the year-over-year changes in shelter costs as reported by CPI and PCE, highlighting trends and implications for future rent increases.
Bill McBride discusses the decrease in personal income and spending in May 2025, along with inflation trends and their implications for economic growth.
An argument that the Industrial Revolution marked a significant transformation in human life, contrasting past expectations of a technological Singularity with current productivity trends and future possibilities.
An argument that ending tax incentives for solar developers could jeopardize the growth of the American solar manufacturing industry.
Joe Hernandez discusses the debate over privatizing air traffic control in the U.S. and its implications for the aviation industry.
An argument that explores the impact of population growth on climate change, legal decisions regarding AI, and the current state of the bond market.
An announcement is made regarding a trade agreement between the U.S. and China, with expectations for a similar deal with India.
Scott Sumner discusses his differing views on monetary policy compared to John Cochrane, particularly regarding the effects of fiscal and monetary actions on inflation and employment.
David Henderson discusses Don Boudreaux's insights on free trade, economic history, and the impact of trade deficits during a recent talk he attended.
The post discusses the death of a notable former White House press secretary who transitioned into a celebrated television journalist.
Huo Jingnan discusses how people turned to AI for information during the Iran-Israel conflict but found limited factual content.
Edward J. Lopez discusses the implications of the Kelo v. City of New London ruling on eminent domain and suggests regulatory reforms to prevent abuse while preserving legitimate uses.
Timothy Taylor discusses Austan Goolsbee's insights on monetary policy, data analysis, and challenges in the housing market as president of the Chicago Fed.
Joshua Gans discusses the challenges of AI-generated content, particularly the prevalence of disinformation and the need for effective filtering mechanisms to maintain trust in information.
Paul Krugman discusses the implications of Mamdani's election victory and critiques the political elite's response, emphasizing issues of accountability and affordability in New York City.
Stephen Fowler discusses President Trump's income sources, including real estate, hospitality, and branding, highlighting his financial disclosures and campaign-related earnings.