A Tale of Two T’s: AriZona and the Model T

When we see that AriZona tea has stayed at the same price for 30 years, we can ask if its cost cutting is like the Model T.

The Death of the Pizza Principle

Since 1980, the convergence of New York City subway fares and pizza slice prices was a predictable phenomenon called the pizza principle.

The Inelastic Side of Inflation

We can see that our inflation concern has become inelastic when we look at the basic groceries that are more expensive.

Why We Should Try Not To Expect Inflation

Whether looking at 2022 or 1979, we would see that our inflation expectations can become a self-fulfilling prophecy.

The Service Side of Gasoline Prices

With gasoline prices above the national average in New Jersey and Oregon, we can ask if their full service gas stations are one reason.

The Surprising Side of Internet Prices

The trajectory of internet prices in markets that had never before existed is not entirely what we might have expected.

Why Gasoline Prices Rise Faster Than They Fall

Seeing that barrels of crude oil are increasing expensive, we can ask if and how quickly our gasoline prices will respond.

How Your Generation Spends Its Money

Looking at generational spending, we can see our age-related expenses and also how inflation will affect the different groups.

Why Starbucks Is Raising Prices

Looking at coffee production costs, we can see why Starbucks would be concerned about cup and lid supply problems.

How U.S. Inflation Compares to Other Countries

Looking at 46 countries, we can ask if global inflation is similar to what we are experiencing in the United States.