May 21 Analysis: Student loan debt and an astonishing number no one’s talking about By Paul Solman Do student loan defaults pose a systemic threat analogous to the subprime default wave that helped trigger the Crash of ‘08?… Continue reading
May 18 Watch 7:06 Why the royal wedding is a gift for the UK economy By Malcolm Brabant Saturday's wedding between Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle has provided a much-needed boost for Britain’s economy during the uncertainty of its separation from the European Union. From those hawking commemorative knickknacks to the cucumber industry, special correspondent Malcolm… Continue watching
May 17 Watch 10:18 What’s at stake in China trade talks for U.S. companies Prospects for averting an all-out trade war grew dimmer as the second round of negotiations between the U.S. and China kicked off in Washington. The president said China had been “spoiled" by lenient U.S. trade policies for too long. Yamiche… Continue watching
May 17 Watch 7:44 Why we should be more like cats than dogs when it comes to social media By Paul Solman Computer scientist and virtual reality pioneer Jaron Lanier doesn't mince words when it comes to social media. In his latest book, "Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now," says the economic model is based on "sneaky manipulation."… Continue watching
May 17 Jaron Lanier’s argument for getting off Facebook By Paul Solman In his new book "Ten Arguments for Deleting Your Social Media Accounts Right Now," author Jaron Lanier makes his case for the problems with social media. Continue reading
May 16 I am about to get divorced. What do I need to know about Social Security benefits? By Philip Moeller To be entitled to this large a benefit, you must wait until your own full retirement age to claim it. If you are strapped for funds and simply cannot wait, do this. Continue reading
May 15 Analysis: If you’re rich, you’re more lucky than smart. And there’s math to prove it By Paul Solman A study that claims the predominance of luck over talent in the distribution of wealth has been mathematically confirmed. Continue reading
May 11 Why housing values in New York’s flood zones have stayed down after Hurricane Sandy By Francesc Ortega, Suleyman Taspinar Five years after Hurricane Sandy, housing prices in New York City's flood zone have seen an 8 percent reduction when compared to similar properties with lower flooding risks. Continue reading
May 11 Analysis: How poverty can drive down intelligence By Paul Solman Poverty lowers your IQ — in one study, by something like 13 points. Continue reading
May 10 Watch 7:26 How American populism is reshaping economic policy By Paul Solman If President Trump has had one consistent message since the beginning of his campaign, it's that America is getting a raw deal in the global economy. Policy changes like import tariffs and reworking NAFTA, and the people who support them,… Continue watching