1461. Yellen on Fiscal Dominance
The discussion centers on fiscal dominance, its implications for monetary policy, and the need for credible fiscal adjustments to avoid inflation and instability.
1462. The Average Effective Tariff Rate thru October
An argument that the effective tariff rate has recently surpassed 12%, indicating potential cost increases and delayed price effects due to stockpiling and past policy decisions.
1463. AI and the Moylan Arrow
The post discusses the invention of a simple car feature that indicates fuel tank location, its impact, and parallels with AI's role in design innovation.
1464. Fed's Flow of Funds: Household Net Worth Increased $6.1 Trillion in Q3
The post discusses the increase in household net worth, debt trends, and the value of real estate and equities in Q3 2025.
1465. The Mad King’s Madness Deepens
The post discusses Trump's political struggles, his manipulative tactics to maintain power, and the implications of his actions on public perception and policy.
1466. America must embrace the Electric Age, or fall behind
An argument that America must enhance its manufacturing capabilities in electric technologies to remain competitive globally, particularly against China's advancements in the sector.
1467. Housing Starts Decreased to 1.246 million Annual Rate in October
Bill McBride discusses the decline in housing starts and building permits in October, highlighting changes in single-family and multi-family units.
1468. Comments on December Employment Report
Bill McBride analyzes the December employment report, noting a slight miss in job numbers and a decrease in the unemployment rate to 4.4%.
1469. Hiring slows in December to end the weakest year of job growth since the pandemic
Job growth in December was weak, marking the slowest annual increase since 2020, as reported by the Labor Department.
1470. December Employment Report: 50 thousand Jobs, 4.4% Unemployment Rate
The post discusses December's employment figures, highlighting job growth, unemployment rates, and revisions to previous months' data, indicating a weak labor market overall.
1471. It is time to back off from Greenland
An argument that the U.S. should allow Greenland to choose independence voluntarily, emphasizing respect for their autonomy and the importance of a cooperative future partnership.
1472. ADP Implied Private NFP, Philly Fed Early Benchmark, etc.
The post discusses trends in private nonfarm payroll employment, highlighting discrepancies in forecasts and implications for small firm employment and overall job numbers.
1473. AEA Distinguished Fellow 2025: That’s Me
The author reflects on receiving the Distinguished Fellow award from the American Economic Association, highlighting its significance and unexpected nature in his career.
1474. The Tyranny of the Complainers
Alex Tabarrok discusses the disproportionate impact of a small number of individuals on complaint statistics, highlighting inefficiencies in public response to these complaints.
1475. The Looting of US Foreign Policy
Paul Krugman discusses how Trump's foreign policy serves the interests of his personal clique rather than the national interests of the United States.
1476. Wading into Controversy
Arnold Kling discusses Nicholas Wade's views on the intersection of human nature, cultural norms, and political structures, emphasizing the implications for society and social cohesion.
1477. Trade Deficit Decreased to $29.4 Billion in October
Bill McBride discusses the decrease in the U.S. trade deficit for October, highlighting changes in exports and imports compared to previous months.
1478. My excellent Conversation with Brendan Foody
A conversation explores the innovative role of poets in AI training, the economics of talent compensation, and the implications of AI on various industries and creativity.
1479. The Molly Cantillon manifesto, A Personal Panopticon
The piece explores the transformative impact of technology on personal productivity and governance, emphasizing the importance of legibility and data management in daily life.
1480. So, who’s going to win the Super Bowl?
Nate Silver analyzes NFL playoff teams' performances and predictions, emphasizing the impact of injuries and team ratings on Super Bowl outcomes.