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You Decide: Are There Changes Ahead For State Pensions?

Mike Walden

Late afternoon sun paints the downtown Raleigh skyline.

Jul 21, 2017

You Decide: Why Can’t We Get The Economy Just Right?

How are economics and the story of Goldilocks alike? Dr. Mike Walden breaks down the factors and why the economy can't seem to be "just right." 
Economist Mike Walden

Jul 17, 2017

Economic Perspective: Buying Versus Renting

Buying a home may be the biggest purchase someone will make, but some seem to be forgoing that in favor of renting. Does this mean owning a home is no longer a good investment? 
Economist Mike Walden

Jul 10, 2017

Economic Perspective: Fed Nominees and the Battle Over Policy

The nominations for two vacancies in the Federal Reserve are forthcoming. Why is this important, and what kind of policy debates can spring up from this? 
Aerial view of Belltower and downtown Raleigh to the east of campus.

Jul 7, 2017

You Decide: Has North Carolina’s Economy Taken a U-Turn?

Some have said that North Carolina's economy has taken a U-turn in recent years. What does this mean for the state? NC University economist Mike Walden discusses the topic for you to decide. 
Economist Mike Walden

Jul 3, 2017

Economic Perspective: Are Consumers Doing Their Part?

Consumer spending accounts of 70 percent of total economic activity in the country. Is it currently part of the problem or solution for the slow rate of economic growth? 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Jun 26, 2017

Economic Perspective: School Quality and Home Values

Is there a link between school quality and home values? NC State University economist Mike Walden presents a few studies on the matter. 
Downtown Raleigh, east of campus.

Jun 23, 2017

You Decide: Can Pro Sports Teams Spur Economic Development?

Major league sports are big business in today's world. Does the community see the investment return in it's local economy though? NC State University economist Mike Walden breaks it down the numbers. 
Aerial view of downtown Raleigh

Jun 19, 2017

Economic Perspective: Retiring to a College Town

This week, NC State University economist Mike Walden looks at retirees, and the pros and cons for them living in a college town. 
NC State College of Agriculture and Life Sciences professor Dr. Mike Walden working in a recording studio.

Jun 12, 2017

Economic Perspective: Economic Update – First Quarter

NC State University economist Mike Walden breaks down some of the data looking at the economy in the first quarter of 2017. 
Aerial view of downtown Raleigh

Jun 9, 2017

You Decide: Are There Changes Ahead For State Pensions?

North Carolina’s state pension plan is big. It is considered to be one of the most sound public pension systems in the country. Are there changes ahead for the plan though?