Research

May 14, 2013

Strength in manufacturing

N.C. State economist Mike Walden explains why the idea that U.S. manufacturing is weak is actually inaccurate.

May 13, 2013

Living preferences of young households

N.C. State economist discusses why many young people are skeptical about homeownership, even if they can afford a home.

May 10, 2013

YOU DECIDE: Should we drill?

N.C. State University economist Mike Walden discusses the economic pros and cons of drilling for oil and natural gas in North Carolina and off the state's coast.

May 10, 2013

Who’s the trade leader?

When we think of world trade today most of us think of China. China has built its country in the last two decades around exports. So, is China really the trade superpower? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden answers.

May 9, 2013

Working women

At one time, women were moving into the paid labor force at rapid rates. Now that trend appears to have come to an end. Why? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden answers.

May 8, 2013

Trade, technology and jobs

Many factors affect the job market. But clearly, two important ones are trade and technology. What can be said about the impacts of trade and technology on local labor markets? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden answers.

May 7, 2013

How far will the housing market rebound?

N.C. State University economist Mike Walden sees a housing market that's just right, not too cold and not to hot.

May 6, 2013

Why is it taking longer to graduate from college?

NC State University economist Mike Walden talks about why it's taking longer for students to graduate from college, a trend that increases the cost of a college degree.

May 3, 2013

The disappearing work force

The percentage of the U.S. population that is in the labor force is at a 30-year low. N.C. State University economist Mike Walden discusses this disturbing trend.

May 2, 2013

Africa moves up

When people think of booming areas of the world today, many would identify China, then maybe India and Southeast Asia and perhaps parts of Europe. But one region that should be on the list – Africa – might come as a surprise. N.C. State University economist Mike Walden explains.