When the economy is starting to contract, we can take a look at a recession indicator in Elkhart, Indiana to forecast the future.
Business Cycles
Two Images of China’s Economic Slowdown
Since the official reports of China’s economic slowdown have been questioned, we can use nighttime satellite images and some costume jewelry for answers.
How the Location of Creative Talent is Changing
Comparing 2005 to 2017, we would see a spread in the geography of creative talent that could stimulate growth in stagnant U.S. regions.
Celebrating the Economic Independence That Alexander Hamilton Created
Relevant today, the timeless ideas in Alexander Hamilton’s development plan are about a sovereign debt, banking, and economic growth.
Six Facts: Our Global Energy Consumption
The six facts that illustrate our global energy consumption take us to the countries, the growth rates, and the types of energy..
What a Tax, a Ship, and a Road Can Tell You
Somewhat invisible, time determines whether central bankers and legislators have the accurate statistics that they need for economic policy.
The One Investment That Is (Probably) a Sure Thing
Calculating the value of college involves what we spend, what we sacrifice, what we earn, and some other surprising considerations.
Throwback Thursday: When Google Was Just Google
#TBT: Looking back at Google’s growth spurts, we begin with a small company in 1999 but then see 270 acquisitions and industry concentration.
How to Increase a Woman’s Productivity at Work
Starting with a woman’s work productivity and then moving to U.S. productivity, we can see that even temperature makes a difference.
What Counting Cranes Can Tell You
To our list of less traditional economic indicators like the men’s underwear index, we can add the cranes that help to build our skyscrapers and stadiums.