Venezuela By The Numbers
The crisis in Venezuela continues to deepen, with nationwide blackouts hitting the country again this week. Today, we talk to a Caracas-based economist about what's happening in her country.
Economy
Why Hasn't The Gig Economy Killed Traditional Work?
Recent studies suggest we're not witnessing the dawn of a new gig economy. What accounts for the resilience of traditional employment?
What It Means That A Possible Recession Signal Flashed On Wall Street Last Week
A possible recession signal flashed on Friday. It's called an inverted yield curve. Many economists believe that when yields on long and short term treasury debt invert, a downturn is likely to follow.
Spotify's Long, Winding Road To India
Spotify recently launched in India, but that path was long and complicated. We take the experience of Spotify and use it as a lens to look at why breaking into India is so difficult.
More Signs Point To An Economic Slowdown In The U.S.
A new survey of business economists shows many have lowered their forecasts for economic growth this year, and the Federal Reserve is also signaling a slowdown.
Trump To Nominate Stephen Moore To The Fed. Both Say It Raised Rates Too Much
Moore, a conservative commentator and former Trump campaign adviser, has joined the president in criticizing the central bank. "The Fed is sucking the oxygen out of the economy," Moore has said.
Stocks Indexes Drop As Bond Market Flashes Recession Warning
The bond market flashed an ominous warning Friday, as the yield on long-term government debt dipped below that of short-term bills. That unusual situation often signals a recession on the horizon.
Should Sex Work Be Decriminalized? Some Activists Say It's Time
Opponents of decriminalization say the multi-billion-dollar industry exploits sex workers. But activists and academics say legalization would protect workers and benefit public health.
Are Neighbors Overrated? (And Other Questions)
The latest edition of "Overrated, Underrated" with economist Tyler Cowen.
It Will Take More Than Transparency To Reduce Drug Prices, Economists Say
The Trump administration wants to increase transparency in prescription drug pricing. But health economists say the administration's call to tie prices to what other nations pay might work better.