Knowing there is a global motherhood penalty that has not been quantitatively confirmed, scholars recently expanded the numbers.
Microeconomics
Connecting the Cost of Living to the Minimum Wage
While the minimum wage economic debate tends to look at floors and job loss, instead it also needs a cost-of-living focus.
Lost Luggage Finders and Other Invisible labor
Looking closely at everyday activities, we would see the invisible labor that many of us rarely recognize.
Why We Want a New Kind of Ice
Knowing that we can find entrepreneurs in the most unexpected places, we should look in Dubai’s bars for glacial ice cubes.
The Unintended Consequences of a Menthol Cigarette Ban
One sure thing about economic policy changes like the Masschusetts menthol cigarette ban is there will be unintended consequences.
Why Marijuana Markets Will Change
More likely than ever before, marijuana regulations.could change during 2024 if the Congress and the DEA agree.
How the Taco Tuesday Fight Ended
Deciding who could invite us to Taco Tuesday was finally legally settled after Taco Bell challenged the owners of the Taco Tuesday trademark.
Do Beer Taxes Make a Difference?
Hoping either to improve our health or elevate revenue, governments levy sin taxes on items like beer with results that economists debate.
Where a Junk Food Tax Will Limit What We Eat
Hoping to encourage healthy eating habits and less obesity, Colombia has a junk food tax on ultra-processed food and sugary drinks.
The Impact of Marijuana Legalization
Citing the increase in marijuana legalization, the Kansas City Federal Reserve quantified its economic and social impact.