China’s solution to record youth unemployment is to stop reporting it
The youth unemployment rate has risen every month this year, a sign of China's increasing economic troubles. Authorities have decided to stop reporting it.
Taxing Wages 2023: Indexation of Labour Taxation and Benefits in OECD Countries | en | OECD
This annual publication provides details of taxes paid on wages in OECD countries. This year’s edition focuses on the impact of recent inflation on labour taxation in the OECD and how countries adjust their tax systems in response.
Fall in Airbnb listings revenues sparks housing market crash fears
Data shows that Airbnb revenues per listing have dropped by nearly 50 percent in some cities over a year—a decline that could force 'newbie' owners to sell, an expert said.
Miami, Austin or Denver: Where Would Your Paycheck Go Further?
Billionaires know they are. Low-wage workers are very well aware that they aren’t. But vast swaths of America’s “regular rich” don’t feel that way, and it’s keeping everybody down.
The ultimate wedding gift? Newlyweds want cash for a down payment
When Valentina Valentini was putting together gift ideas for her wedding, the freelance journalist quickly realized that a traditional registry would not work.
Thinking on the margin is one of the most fundamental concepts in economics–and a valuable everyday tool for making optimal decisions. For such an important ...
U.S. July Fourth celebrations come as Americans grapple with air quality and wildfire concerns. Fireworks increase the risk of both, leading some cities to change their plans for the holiday
“Most of the stadium public finance research, including mine, has focused on construction subsidies, but this is a good reminder that they are only part of the welfare programs for billionaires lavished on sports team owners.”
U.S. leading indicators point to recession starting soon
An index designed to track turns in U.S. business cycles fell for the 15th straight month in June, dragged down by a weakening consumer outlook and increased unemployment claims, marking the longest streak of decreases since the lead-up to the 2007-2009 recession.
Diapers, food, rent — around the world, prices are rising. So what can we do about it?Subscribe and turn on notifications 🔔 so you don't miss any videos: ht...