Economics

A market economy is an economy where private and public ownership of businesses are commonplace. Most countries in the world have some form of market economy.

A mixed economy combines the advantages and disadvantages of market, command, and traditional economies. Learn how it works.

Allocation mechanisms can lead to shortages if resources aren't distributed efficiently or equitably. Misallocation can result in increased prices, rationing, and even social unrest.

Two new CDC studies published Thursday found life expectancy fell to 76.4 years in 2021, the lowest recorded since 1996 -- mostly due to COVID and drug overdose deaths.

In America, Christmas trees are a multibillion-dollar business. But who’s making the money? Join our host, Zachary Crockett, and guest Mark Dent (Writer …

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There are many sparkling wines that are shockingly cheap and absolutely fabulous. I'd like to introduce you to several amazing alternatives to Champagne including...

Data analysis tracking pay gains among individual workers shows that median wage growth began accelerating in mid-2021 before peaking in mid-2022.

These services essentially provide customers an alternative way to pay for purchases over time without going into credit card debt or taking out a traditional personal loan.

Billionaire Mark Cuban says he followed four rules to get rich, and that anyone can use the same blueprint to make their own money and become a millionaire.

A historical look at the inflation rate.

The COVID-19 period saw a huge rise in international shipping costs, but price pressure is likely to ease further as containerships on order are built and delivered.

A state’s severe racial disparities are traced back to restrictive real estate covenants.

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The legislation will fund the government through next September.

In the 2018 Nora and Edward Ryerson Lecture at the University of Chicago, Richard H. Thaler discusses his Nobel Prize-winning research.Richard H. Thaler is t...

The collapse of America’s middle class crushed department stores. Amazon and the pandemic are the final blows.

The entertainment group has been quietly scanning faces since at least 2018.

Buy Now, Pay Later (or BNPL) loans have seen an astronomical growth in popularity - you’ve probably seen them while shopping online. While they may seem like...

BNPL loans are consumer installment loans that allow you to purchase items right away with little or no initial payment and pay off the balance in installments over time.

Christmas is approaching. For many people this is a magical season, filled with songs and decorations, when you hope that all your wishes come true. Others consider Christmas to be a stressful time when you need to rush around to get presents for all your friends and family.

"Kidults" are responsible for one-fourth of all toy sales annually, around $9 billion worth, as they buy everything from Star Wars to Lego products.

Loss aversion can make coming in second place feel disappointing, while coming in third can be seen as a positive outcome because it avoids the disappointment of not achieving the goal.

In addition to the World Cup trophy, the tournament winners in Qatar will receive a tidy sum of money.