27

Mar

By Anton Kozyrev

All Posts, Economy, Economy and Government, World

The Market Ramifications of Semiconductor Manufacturing Localization

By: Anton Kozyrev For much of the 20th century, there was one crucial commodity that rose above all others to assume its position atop the global pyramid of desirable goods, so to speak. We speak, of course, of oil. That is not to say that oil only became prominent in…

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24

Mar

By Maximus Hamilton

All Posts, Economy, Economy and Government

The Implications of COVID-19 For Inflation and Its Measurement

By: Maximus Hamilton Amidst the enervating pandemic our country has dealt with the past year, numerous changes have taken place, not only in the social realm, but in the scope of our economy as well.  Without question, the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically altered consumer spending habits and patterns. With the…

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13

Mar

By Matthew Jean-Mary

All Posts, Economy, Economy and Government

The Future of American Healthcare

By: Matthew Jean-Mary Regardless of political leaning, many Americans believe financing for healthcare in the United States of America will likely have to change in the near future. As it currently stands, the United States spends more money on healthcare than any other country in the world. However, this is…

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24

Feb

By Anton Kozyrev

All Posts, Economy, Economy and Government

The Advent of the Fourth Industrial Revolution and Its Implications for the Efficacy of GDP

By: Anton Kozyrev GDP -- or Gross Domestic Product -- has long been the favored means of assessing economic health by myriad groups, from economists to politicians. But it may well be time for a change. According to the St. Louis Fed’s Federal Reserve Archival System for Economic Research (FRASER),…

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25

Jan

By Jaime Svinth

All Posts, Economy and Government, Finance, On Campus, Opinion

How to start investing in the stock market as a college student, and why you should do it now

By: Jaime Svinth Whether you have been working since high school or plan to enter into the workforce after graduate school, learning how to manage your money is crucial for a secure financial future. Gone are the days of simply putting money in the bank in hopes that interest rates…

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20

Jan

By Rohan Upadhyay

All Posts, Economy and Government, Opinion

Why Marijuana Legalization Evades Us

By: Rohan Upadhyay The debate over legalizing marijuana has become a hot-button and commonly debated issue in the past few years since Colorado legalized weed in 2012. Regardless of one’s personal stance, we should acknowledge that representatives in Washington are not having an honest conversation about how best to reduce…

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14

Jan

By Anton Kozyrev

All Posts, Economy, Economy and Government, Opinion, World

A Changing Global Economy Requires Investment and Support of Higher Education

By: Anton Kozyrev It would be a gross understatement to say that education has a big impact on individuals’ lives. It is often the defining factor that shapes the trajectory of one’s life, all thanks to the immense financial and economic influences it has. The United States consistently spends more…

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08

Jan

By Trevor Jones

All Posts, Economy and Government, Finance

Despite Struggling Economy, “Everything Rally” Powers Through New Year

By: Trevor Jones A phenomenon known as the “Santa Claus Rally” is thought to generally bring each year to a close on a bullish note in stock markets, due to optimism around the Christmas and holiday season. In fact, over the last 70 years, the last five trading days of…

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31

Dec

By Anton Kozyrev

All Posts, Economy and Government, World

From Anbang to Ant Group, the Delicate Balance of Innovation and Regulation in Xi’s China

By: Anton Kozyrev Freedom to explore drives innovation. While some may argue over the precise wording, this sentiment generally holds in a variety of circumstances. This phenomenon is seen at a variety of levels within the economy. Google, for instance, has its well-known “20% Time” policy in which it urges…

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