Although thirst became less of a reason to drink more water, we were drinking more of it after inventing hydration.
Demand, Supply, and Markets
How Fast Fashion Is Slowing Sales
With more of us taking advantage of fast fashion firms’ easy online return policies, they’ve decided their cost is too high.
Why Hogs Are Happier
With a May 2023 decision about animal welfare, the Supreme Court affected the supply and demand for pork bellies.
Where Less AC Might Mean More
Paradoxically, because air conditioning demand could increase with a more efficient window unit, we could have some unintended consequences.
New Nudges From the Invisible Hand
Moving from the bottom up, the power of the market gives countless nudges to consumers and businesses that shape their berjavior.
The Story of a Superfake Market
Called superfakes, the handbags that are sold in counterfeit markets are a surprisingly large participant in world trade.
How A Brand Is Powerful
When Disney+ launched in 2019, the price was $6.99 a month. Now it’s $10.99. However, those of us that subscribe to Disney+ pretty much ignored the price pop. Although during December 2022, they offered an ad supported cheaper alternative, 94%…
Why Some People Want More C02
Thinking of the craft beer makers’ CO2 shortages, we can say that not everyone is worried about too much CO2.
A Tale of Two Turkeys
From farms to grocery stores to the dining table, the Covid supply crunch has made Thanksgiving meal plans unpredictable.
Why Fortnite and Ferrari Became a Pair
When it comes to collaboration, Oreo and Fortnite have discovered that sometimes two brands can be better than one.