1761. My 2011 Review of Contagion
The review reflects on the film Contagion, discussing pandemic preparedness, public health improvements, and the challenges of responding to viral outbreaks.
1762. FOMC Preview: 25bps Rate Cut Expected
A 25bps rate cut by the FOMC is anticipated, with expectations of declining inflation and rising unemployment influencing the decision-making process.
1763. Affordability, Part II
An argument that conventional measures of purchasing power overlook significant factors affecting economic inclusion, security, and fairness, contributing to Americans' dissatisfaction with affordability.
1764. Europe is under siege
Noah Smith discusses Europe's current geopolitical vulnerabilities and the shifting American perception of its importance, emphasizing historical lessons about power and independence.
1765. Trump’s Economic Team – cont’d
Menzie Chinn discusses concerns regarding Hassett's potential role at the Fed and the composition of Trump's economic team amid political influences.
1766. Guest Contribution: “How Geopolitical Tensions Could Shape France’s Inflation Outlook”
An argument that geopolitical tensions significantly influence France's inflation outlook through various economic channels, including commodity prices and fiscal dynamics.
1767. Waymo will recall software after its self-driving cars passed stopped school buses
Jeff Brady discusses Waymo's decision to recall software for its self-driving cars following incidents where the vehicles did not stop for school buses.
1768. 7 deaths and hundreds of injuries are linked to faulty Abbott glucose monitors
A production error in glucose monitors has led to seven deaths and hundreds of injuries due to inaccurate low glucose readings.
1769. Talking With Paul Kedrosky
Paul Krugman discusses U.S. trade policy and the complexities of AI with Paul Kedrosky, seeking to understand their implications for the economy.
1770. Schedule for Week of December 7, 2025
The post outlines the economic schedule for the week, highlighting key reports and the anticipated Federal Reserve rate cut.
1771. Two things that really matter
An argument that emphasizes the importance of human capital and market alignment in economic analysis, particularly regarding the UK's current economic challenges.
1772. Business Cycle Indicators: Series at or Below Prior Peak
An argument that recent economic indicators suggest the business cycle may be nearing or past its peak, highlighting trends in income, spending, and employment.
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1773. Deceleration in Nowcasted Final Sales to Private Domestic Purchasers, GDP [Updated]
Menzie Chinn discusses a slowdown in the nowcasted final sales to private domestic purchasers, indicating potential implications for GDP growth.
1774. The Future of Data
The discussion highlights the importance of alternative data in economic analysis, emphasizing its role in complementing traditional statistics for better policymaking and understanding economic conditions.
1775. Medicaid: What It Has Become
Timothy Taylor discusses the evolution of Medicaid into a major health insurance program, its funding structure, and implications for beneficiaries and providers.
1776. Appeals court hands Trump a victory, OK'ing firings of two independent agency heads
Andrea Hsu discusses a D.C. Circuit Court ruling that upheld President Trump's firings of Democratic agency heads.
1777. EU hits Elon Musk's X with $140 million fine over business practices
The post discusses a significant fine imposed on X for misleading practices regarding user verification and transparency in advertising and data access.
1778. Welcome to the Crazy CAFE
An argument that fuel-efficiency standards favor larger vehicles, complicating the market for smaller, more efficient cars, and how recent policy changes could alter this dynamic.
1779. MAGA’s Affordability Crisis Will Soon Get Worse
Paul Krugman discusses how rising prices and economic dissatisfaction contributed to Trump's electoral success and the implications for future political dynamics.
1780. Housing: Supply vs. Quantity
David Hebert discusses the misconceptions in housing policy regarding demand and supply, emphasizing that new mortgage proposals will likely increase prices rather than affordability.