Behavioral economists explain that what we spend, how we eat, and even what the government spends for non-recurring events are similar.
Why “the Pill” Was Powerful
Described by Harvard’s Claudia Goldin, the power of “the Pill” created a “Quiet Revolution” that transformed women’s lives.
Our Weekly Economic News Roundup: From Pricey Paintings to Product Names
Connecting economics, current events, and history, this week’s economic news roundup ranges from educating girls to hiding higher prices.
May 2022 Friday’s e-links: How the Pill Empowered Women
For our May e-links, in this second entry, I recommend the suddenly so very relevant Career & Family by Harvard’s Claudia Goldin.
Where Educating More Young Women Will Make a Difference
A source of global gender inequality, educating young women would boost the gross domestic product of many nations.
How to Hide a Price Increase
Expecting consumers to resist 8.3 percent inflation, some retailers have figured out hidden price increases that are tough to see.
Why $195 Million Was A Disappointing Price
Shown by a Christie’s auction this week of an an Andy Warhol Marilyn Monroe silkscreen, pricing a painting can be unpredictable.
When We Need a Better Name
Our demand for a good or a service or even a pet can be increased or decreased by whether the name is easy or difficult to pronounce.
What Our Money Says About Us
When Harriet Tubman becomes the face of the $20 instead of Andrew Jackson, she will show what money can say.
A Where, What, and Who Primer for Mother’s Day Spending
Knowing that consumers fuel the GDP, we can ask if our projected Mother’s Day spending will continue to support the economy.