Economics of the Olympics: Glory, Debt, and the Business of Global Spectacle
We analyzed the economics of the Olympics, and the results are wild.…
How Shake Shack Thrives In The “Treat Meal Economy”
A Double ShackBurger costs about the same as a Big Mac combo.…
Why Sony and Honda Created Afeela—And the Future of EVs
At CES 2023, Sony and Honda unveiled something unexpected: not another PlayStation…
How the U.S’s 100% Tariff on Canada Would Hit Your Wallet
Your morning coffee, the gas in your tank, even the wood in…
When Money Dies: Turkey’s $500B Gold Secret
Turkish households are sitting on $500 billion in gold. That’s roughly six…
Venezuela’s Economic Collapse: How the World’s Richest Oil Nation Went Broke
Venezuela’s economic collapse stands as one of history’s most baffling disasters. Venezuela…
The $1.50 Hot Dog: Costco’s 40-Year Pricing Strategy
A hot dog and soda for $1.50. The same price it was…
The Hidden Cost of Higher Inflation: How It Could Cost You in Retirement
Most people dismiss a single percentage point of inflation as negligible—a rounding…
Why Does Everything Feel Expensive Even When Inflation Is “Down”?
If you’ve checked your grocery bill, rent, or insurance lately, you’ve probably…
The Hidden Networks Powering China’s Economy
In August 2023, Huawei released a smartphone that shattered every assumption about…