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Looking at how much we earn and how we invest, we see that generational differences shape what we think we need.
Connectcing economics, current events, and history, this week's economic news roundup ranged from Abraham Lincoln to a Big Mac.
ncluding our November e-links, I recommend a visualizations website that you cannot stop browsing for new trade facts.
More than many of us know, the significance of Thanksgiving Day has shifted from its original purpose in 1863.
Reflecting an economic lens, a top ten list for Thanksgiving explains how we behave during the holiday meal.
As major U.S. trading partners, Mexico and Canada help us produce everyday goods like hamburgers and car seats.
Hello Everyone-
I’m Elaine.
Having been in the classroom for decades, written three books (and some of a fourth one), I like to think about economics everywhere all the time. Every day, I’ve added a blog to econlife—now it has been almost 14 years and more than 4,000 posts. I am delighted that you are here and hope we can have some economic fun together.