economy

May 15, 2019

Economic Perspective: Update on the U.S. Economy

With the first quarter of 2019 behind us what have we learned about the 2019 economy, and what is the outlook for the rest of the year? 

May 14, 2019

You Decide: Has a Key Economic Rule Been Broken?

One of the key rules for economics has been the inverse relationship between the unemployment and inflation rates. With the growth of automation and global trade, has that rule been broken? 

May 2, 2019

Economic Perspective: Coming Up Short on Savings

How is the average person stacking up when it comes to saving for their retirement, and what outlook does that present for the future? 

Apr 29, 2019

You Decide: What’s the Best ‘ISM’ for the Economy?

With various ways of organizing the economy, what are people saying about the different ideas out there? 

Apr 25, 2019

Economic Perspective: Alternative Healthcare Models

What are the various healthcare models that exist around the world? 

Apr 18, 2019

Economic Perspective: Status of Household Debt

Too much debt can wreck personal finances, and on a grander scale the economy. What is the outlook right now for debt in our society? 

Apr 16, 2019

You Decide: How Does North Carolina Stack Up On Taxes?

Have you every wondered how North Carolina compares to other states on taxes? 

Apr 12, 2019

Economic Perspective: Auto Subscriptions

Is there a new way to get your hands on a vehicle besides leasing or buying? 

Apr 4, 2019

Economic Perspective: The Slow Job Numbers

The job growth numbers for February were lower than expected. Is this indicative of a future recession? 

Mar 29, 2019

You Decide: Can Economics Help With Basic Decisions?

What are some ways economics lessons can be applied to your daily life? NC State economist Mike Walden shows ways these can impact your decisions.