Economics
Economics content overview
New Study Examines the Cause of Racial Disparities in C-sections
Janet Currie *88, Princeton professor of economics and public affairs, led the research
PAWcast: Professor Alan Krueger on ‘Rockonomics’
An economist’s view of streaming music, secondary ticket markets, and more
Economics: How the South Went Red
A Princeton professor’s analysis confirms that the race issue tipped the scales
Economics: Flex Time
Two new studies grapple with the merits of alternative work arrangements
An Intellectual Contract Honored
Nobel laureate in economics Oliver Hart *74
Economics: Study Finds Employer Bias Increased After ‘Ban-the-Box’
Economics: Mortality Rising
Case-Deaton study reveals a sharp rise in death rates for middle-aged whites Americans
Economics and Public Affairs: Trial and Error
Double-blind trials — the gold standard in medical research — may need refining
Deaton Wins Nobel
Optimistic economist cited for studies showing how personal decisions matter
Economics: Follow That Cab!
A study of labor incentives may explain why it is hard to find a taxi in the rain
Economics: Making a Move
Greg Kaplan explains what moving — and staying put — means for the economy












