Economy
When Should the Government Intervene?
When determining when the government should intervene in markets, it is crucial to consider a number of factors. In introductory economics classes, students are introduced to the concept of market…
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Why stocks drop in September — and many investors shouldn’t care
September has historically been a challenging month for stock investors. According to data from Morningstar Direct, U.S. large-cap stocks have…
On Pigouvian Taxes: A Reply to Scott Sumner
Responding to two blog posts by myself and Kevin Corcoran on skepticism about Pigouvian taxes, Scott Sumner gives an example…
Mummified Political Economy: Specialization and Comparative Advantage
Expanding on the Economic Lessons of The Mummy and The Mummy Returns In our previous post, we delved into the…
Which of these Strong Buy Dividend Stocks takes Top Spot?
Dividend stocks are a popular choice for investors looking to generate income while also seeking potential capital appreciation. Selecting the…
China’s plan to boost consumption by encouraging trade-ins has yet to show results
China's initiative to boost consumption through trade-ins has faced some challenges, with businesses reporting that the results have not been…
Warren Buffett’s $13 billion bet on Occidental Petroleum turns sour as oil prices hit a 3-year low
Warren Buffett's Investment in Occidental Petroleum Takes a Hit Warren Buffett, one of the most renowned investors of our time,…
Ajit Jain dumps more than half of his Berkshire Hathaway stake
Ajit Jain, the insurance chief and top executive at Berkshire Hathaway, made headlines recently after selling more than half of…
Carbon taxes vs. regulation – Econlib
Electric cars are becoming more popular as people look for ways to reduce their carbon footprint and save money on…