Daniel Ackerman
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The cost of congestion pricing
Jun 6, 2024
New York's governor pulled the plug on the congestion pricing plan for NYC. But congestion can cost more than the $15-per-driver planned charge.
What does “seasonally adjusted” mean, anyway?
Jun 5, 2024
It’s one of those terms we hear attached to economic data all the time. But what is seasonal adjustment and how is it done?
April factory orders were up, slightly, for third straight month
Jun 4, 2024
The 0.7% increase signals a healthy tone for manufacturing, at least relative to recent weak readings for construction and consumer spending.
Construction spending slowed in April, continuing this year's trend
Jun 3, 2024
The construction flatline stems from interest rate hikes — new projects are less affordable, and that's starting to affect builders.
Automakers grapple with ethical questions around deep sea mining
Jun 3, 2024
GM is slated to take up the issue at its annual shareholder meeting.
What wholesale inventory says about goods in our economy
May 30, 2024
Wholesalers supply both retailers and manufacturers.
New SEC rule says stock trades must be finalized more quickly
May 29, 2024
Trades must be finalized by the end of the following business day to minimize failures in volatile markets.
First GE, now DuPont. Corporate deconglomeration is having a moment.
May 23, 2024
DuPont said it will split into three companies focused on water, electronics and chemicals. Investors and antitrust officials may be watching.
Higher tariffs on Chinese computer chips may not lead to more U.S. engineering jobs
May 23, 2024
An NBER study finds the tariffs may actually dampen U.S. opportunities for chip engineers and others.
Employers can offer a new benefit: Matching student loan payments with 401(k) contributions
May 22, 2024
A study finds participants are likely to be better off than without the benefit.