Archive for the ‘Economic Perspective’ Category

Part-time work

Many people are working part-time because they can’t find full-time work. N.C. State University economist Mike Walden explains why this may be a problem.

Is the U.S. an emerging market?

One would think the U.S. would be classified as a developed country. But one prominent investment analyst said the U.S. today is more like an emerging country. N.C. State University economist Mike Walden explains.

Inflation and the dollar’s value

Many people worry about all the new money the Federal Reserve has been creating in recent years and the impact on the dollar’s value. N.C. State University economist Mike Walden explains the possible impact of the Fed’s actions..

Is the national debt a problem today?

The national debt has risen in recent years, but some people don’t see that as a problem. N.C. State University economist Mike Walden explains why.

Impacts of energy exploration in North Carolina

What are the costs and benefits of energy exploration in North Carolina? N.C. State University economist Mike Walden discusses a study he did to answer that question.

Taxing Internet sales

N.C. State University economist Mike Walden discusses a proposal in Congress to allow states to tax purchases made on the Internet.

One lower cost of traveling

As we start to make vacation plans, N.C. State economist Mike Walden finds one bargain among many rising prices.

Strength in manufacturing

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

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.

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.

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