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New research shows that states which implemented total abortion bans following the Supreme Court’s decision on Dobbs saw...
04/03/2026

New research shows that states which implemented total abortion bans following the Supreme Court’s decision on Dobbs saw stalling rental price growth, and rising vacancies.

New research shows that states which implemented total abortion bans following the Supreme Court's decision on Dobbs saw stalling rental price growth, and rising vacancies.

EconoFact and The Journalist's Resource co-hosted an AMA on the energy market disruptions stemming from the war in Iran....
04/02/2026

EconoFact and The Journalist's Resource co-hosted an AMA on the energy market disruptions stemming from the war in Iran. Here's an abridged version of the discussion featuring Binyamin Appelbaum, Nicholas Bloom, David Victor, and Michael Klein.

Binyamin Applebaum, Nicholas Bloom, Michael Klein, and David Victor discuss the economic consequences of the war in Iran.

The Jones Act dramatically increases the cost of shipping in the US, but waiving it would lead to only modest savings in...
04/01/2026

The Jones Act dramatically increases the cost of shipping in the US, but waiving it would lead to only modest savings in the price of gas.

The Jones Act has been temporarily waived amid the spike in oil prices. The effects of the Act in times of crisis highlight a more general consequence of protectionist policies: they benefit a few producers, and raise costs for a vastly larger group of consumers.

How does United States military spending compare to that of other countries?
03/28/2026

How does United States military spending compare to that of other countries?

Current U.S. military spending is higher than at any point of the Cold War in inflation-adjusted terms, but relatively low as a percent of national income.

At the end of FY2024, debt held by the public stood at almost 98% of GDP.
03/27/2026

At the end of FY2024, debt held by the public stood at almost 98% of GDP.

The relatively short maturity structure of US government debt means that increases in interest rates translate rapidly into higher interest costs.

How can we address supply chain vulnerabilities while maintaining the global linkages that foster innovation and prosper...
03/26/2026

How can we address supply chain vulnerabilities while maintaining the global linkages that foster innovation and prosperity? Chris Miller joined EconoFact Chats to discuss.

A discussion with Chris Miller on how to address supply chain vulnerabilities while maintaining the global linkages that foster innovation and prosperity.

In spite of rising flood risks, the number of flood insurance policies in the United States has been going down.
03/22/2026

In spite of rising flood risks, the number of flood insurance policies in the United States has been going down.

The US's main source of flood insurance has undergone the biggest reform since it inception. Will it help reduce Americans’ financial exposure to flooding?

Past oil price spikes have driven inflation higher, and weakened economies worldwide. What do the current disruptions po...
03/22/2026

Past oil price spikes have driven inflation higher, and weakened economies worldwide. What do the current disruptions portend for oil markets, and global economic growth? David Victor (UC San Diego) joins EconoFact Chats to discuss:

A discussion with David Victor on what the Iran war means for energy markets, and for the global economy in the short and long run.

The growth of the working age population born in the United States has been slowing since 2000.
03/22/2026

The growth of the working age population born in the United States has been slowing since 2000.

The growth of the working-age population born in the U.S. has slowed dramatically — particularly among less-educated workers. Has immigration filled the gap?

About a third of the world’s population cannot afford a healthy diet, with animal-source foods, fruits, and vegetables e...
03/20/2026

About a third of the world’s population cannot afford a healthy diet, with animal-source foods, fruits, and vegetables especially out of reach.

The world produces enough food for all people to consume sufficient calories, but not healthy diets. Access to healthy diets varies by region.

Government policy can reduce child poverty. Federal tax credits were responsible for lifting more than 2 million childre...
03/18/2026

Government policy can reduce child poverty. Federal tax credits were responsible for lifting more than 2 million children out of poverty in 2021.

What role did federal tax credits play in the precipitous drop in child poverty in 2021? And what lessons can be drawn for reducing child poverty in the U.S.?

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