Written by John Lounsbury and Steven Hansen Economic predictions are not to be taken that seriously as they are an extrapolation of today’s knowledge – and introduce significant opinion to reach a particular conclusion. Our projections this year have more certainty than our previous projections (which may not be a very high bar to exceed) …
Category Archives: Weekly Economic Summary
2013 Was Good to Joe Sixpack (Relatively)
Written by Steven Hansen One of my favorite responses to those who ask me how things are going is “that I am still alive”. This is the way I feel about the economic events of 2013 as they relate to the average survivor of this year.
Have You Been Naughty or Nice?
Written by Steven Hansen The last quarter of the year is the strongest period for retail sales – all due to holiday gift giving.
Arguing Over Extending Unemployment Benefits
Written by Steven Hansen Nobel Laureate Paul Krugman believes the economic argument over extending unemployment is a political one.
Should We Raise the Minimum Wage?
Written by Steven Hansen It is no secret that the minimum wage is too low. It puts literally all families below the poverty level if one works less than 40 hours per week.