I am doing some forecasting for initial claims and thought I would introduce the data set. I think claims will likely be important indicator for the state economy.
Interest rate decreases are a cure in search of an ailment
A caller asked me about the necessity of interest rate decreases for the economy. I answered on air, and expand on that answer a bit here.
North Dakota Unemployment Rate, April 2019
I once again argue that the unemployment rate in North Dakota is too low.
Why a trade war with Mexico is a bigger deal
I received a few questions about the difference between China and Mexico in terms of US international trade policy and disputes and offer up a brief explanation here.