How is North Carolina's economy doing?
It appears North Carolina will continue to grow and add jobs. The question is at what pace? Here are some things to consider. Read More
NC SPIN Posts by Michael Walden
What's behind three top issues?
Walden looks into interest rates, trade and jobs to see how they affect our future economy. Read More
How different are local economies
The McKinsey Global Institute has released a report of 300 cities and 300 counties in our country. Their analysis of North Carolina cities is very interesting. Read More
What can we do about the national debt?
In the last 30 years interest rates in the U.S. economy have fallen by an amazing 80 percent and interest costs on the national debt, as a percentage of the economy are half as much. But we aren't doing anything to retire the $22 trillion we owe. Walden has a proposal. Read More
Should we just let the economy work it out?
It's been said that everything important in life can be learned on the playground. Could that be true with pollution? Read More
The NCSU Index of North Carolina leading economic indicators
The Index was unchanged in May from its level in April. However, the only positive component was a strong jump in building permits. The other components retreated - especially a significant rise in jobless claims. The Index is suggesting continued growth - but slower - ahead. Read More
Is there a parallel between the economy before The Great Recession and now?
Consensus is not a strong suit of economists and economic models don't suggest a recession this year, but what about 2020? Read More
Which inflation measure should we use?
The government is changing the way it measures inflation. Is it a good change? You decide. Read More
IS NCFIRST up to the task?
Much has changed in transportation since I first got my driver's license 50 years ago. Is our state up to the challenge? Read More
Has a key economic rule been broken?
One of the "rules" of economics is that when the unemployment rates drop the rate of inflation rises. But is this still the case? Read More
