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Walden: How Would Ending NAFTA Impact the North Carolina Economy?

Mike Walden

NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Aug 22, 2018

Economic Perspective: Good and Bad Price Information

The average inflation rate tracks the rise and fall of costs over numerous commodities and services. How have the prices looked over the last decade? 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Aug 20, 2018

Economic Perspective: Age and Business Start-ups

There's a belief out there that entrepreneurs and start-ups are often linked to the young, but is that accurate? What age do most entrepreneurs start their businesses? 
Aerial view of downtown Raleigh.

Aug 17, 2018

You Decide: How Does North Carolina Compare on Incentives?

States often offer incentives to lure businesses to their states. How does North Carolina's use of incentives over the years compare to other states? 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Aug 15, 2018

Economic Perspective: Costs of the Trade War

With all the talk of a trade war with China, what are the impacts for consumers in the U.S.? 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Aug 15, 2018

Economic Perspective: Advanced Manufacturing Industries

Manufacturing continues to expand and incorporate new fields. What could the future look like? 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Aug 9, 2018

You Decide: Should the Fed Be Raising Interest Rates?

The Federal Reserve recently hiked the interest rate. They do so in accordance with what they see happening in the economy. What are the implications of the move, and how does it play into their mission? 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Jul 24, 2018

Economic Perspective: The Fed’s Interest Rate Hike

How does the recent hike in the interest rate play into the mission of the Federal Reserve, and what potential outcomes from the move exist? 
Downtown Raleigh, east of campus.

Jul 20, 2018

You Decide: Is There a New Debate Over Capitalism Vs. Socialism?

The way a country shapes it's economy molds it's future. What are the pros and cons of different economies, and what impacts can they have? 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Jul 17, 2018

Economic Perspective: Will Kids Earn More Than Their Parents?

A staple of the American dream was that the next generation would earn more than their parents, but does that adage still ring true? 

Jul 10, 2018

Walden: How Would Ending NAFTA Impact the North Carolina Economy?

If efforts to rewrite the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) fail, there is a possibility the trade pact will be ended. If NAFTA is terminated, what would be the likely impacts on economic production and employment in North Carolina?