1561. Electric vehicles had a bumpy road in 2025 — and one pleasant surprise
Camila Domonoske discusses the challenges faced by electric vehicles in 2025, including policy reversals and declining sales, despite steady consumer interest.
1562. The Heritage Foundation and the Economics Implosion Foretold
Menzie Chinn discusses the economic policy divide within the Heritage Foundation, highlighting conflicting views on trade and its implications for the U.S. economy.
1563. The Hainan Free Trade Port
Alex Tabarrok discusses the Hainan Free Trade Port's economic policies and incentives aimed at enhancing trade and investment in China.
1564. China’s Trade Surplus, Part I
An argument that China’s persistent trade surplus poses significant global economic challenges, exacerbated by its authoritarian regime and government policies.
1565. Question #6 for 2026: What will the Fed Funds rate be in December 2026?
Bill McBride analyzes predictions for the Fed Funds rate in December 2026, discussing monetary policy and inflation expectations based on FOMC projections.
1566. A Call for New Aesthetics
The post explores the need for a new aesthetic in the twenty-first century, encouraging artistic innovation and funding for creators who challenge conventional beauty.
1567. Memory loss: As AI gobbles up chips, prices for devices may rise
John Ruwitch discusses how increased demand for memory chips for AI is likely to raise prices for other electronic devices.
1568. Ten things that are going right in America
Noah Smith highlights ten positive trends in American society, emphasizing improvements in life expectancy, violence reduction, and responsible technology use amidst political and media dysfunction.
1569. Repost With Transcript: Heather Cox Richardson
A discussion on the evolution of economic writing in new media, emphasizing the freedom and depth provided by platforms like Substack compared to traditional journalism.
1570. Schedule for Week of December 28, 2025
Bill McBride outlines key economic reports and data releases scheduled for the week of December 28, 2025, including housing and manufacturing indicators.
1571. 2025Q3 4.3% q/q AR Growth in Context
The post discusses the unexpected GDP growth rate, emphasizes the importance of considering revisions in GDP data, and highlights the reliance on monthly indicators for recession dating.
1572. EJ Antoni: “The truth about the Heritage Foundation’s economic principles”
An argument that critiques the Heritage Foundation's economic views, particularly regarding tariffs, trade deficits, and the implications of economic policies under the Trump administration.
1573. The 51 biggest American political moments of the 21st century
The post highlights significant American political events from the 21st century, assessing their impact and relevance in shaping contemporary politics.
1574. Charles Dickens on Management and Labor
An argument that Dickens critiques capitalism while advocating for empathy towards both management and labor, emphasizing the need for humanity in economic discussions.
1575. Question #7 for 2026: How much will wages increase in 2026?
The post discusses predictions for wage growth in 2026, analyzing various wage indicators and trends, while noting potential influences on future earnings.
1576. Peace on Earth, Goodwill Towards Refs
Kevin Lavery discusses the complexities of sports refereeing, focusing on the impact of technology like VAR on decision-making and fan experience.
1577. Why Everyone Loves Japan
The post explores Japan's rising popularity as a travel destination and its potential economic revival through increased foreign investment driven by global interest in Japanese culture.
1578. Emergent Ventures India, 15th cohort
Tyler Cowen discusses the recipients of grants from Emergent Ventures India’s 15th cohort, highlighting innovative projects across various fields, including AI, agriculture, and technology.
1579. Marijuana rescheduling would bring some immediate changes, but others will take time
An argument that easing federal restrictions on marijuana will lead to immediate and gradual changes in its legal status and regulation.
1580. Clean energy is surging despite political attacks. But a slowdown may be looming
A forecast indicates a significant reduction in renewable energy growth in the U.S. amid increasing electricity demand, highlighting potential challenges ahead.