What went right to prevent the 2023 recession?
The Federal Reserve employed their usual factors to bring down inflation, which usually result in recession. But traditional economic rules didn't apply in '23. Read More
NC SPIN Posts by Michael Walden
Will the fed be involved in politics in 2024?
The Federal Reserve has signaled it is ready to lower its key policy interest rate this year, perhaps several times. Whether they do or not there will be political ramifications. Read More
Are living costs and inflation lower in NC?
There are many reasons to prefer living in North Carolina. How does our cost of living compare to the rest of the nation? Read More
Some good end-of-the-year news. But will it last
If the economic news is so good, why do polls show most people are still unhappy with the economy? Read More
Why stop at an inflation rate target of 2%?
The Fed, or Federal Reserve, has two goals: keeping the economy growing fast enough to maintain low unemployment, while at the same time keeping a low inflation rate. Read More
Will 2024 be a year of two economies?
Following his uncle's advice, Mike gives the bad news first, then the good news. Read More
Are there answers to difficult family questions?
Many families struggle with the expense of having children. How should we address this situation? Read More
Is the Fed done raising interest rates?
A good narrative of how COVID impacted our economy and where we stand today. Read More
What do interest rates tell us?
Imbedded in interest rates and their changes is information about a variety of elements in the economy. Read More
NCSU Index of economic indicators
The index rose for the second straight month, driven by only one of the indicators. Read More
