2024 in review

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Oct 31, 2024

The Challenges of Unwinding a Trade War

The next president will have a limited ability to roll back the current trade war. Poole College economist Andrew Greenland explains why.

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Oct 23, 2024

The Pros and Cons of Wealth Taxes

Taxing the wealthy is a centerpiece proposal for Vice President Kamala Harris. Poole scholars probe its pros and cons.

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Oct 2, 2024

Are Food Retailers Price Gouging?

Poole College scholar Rob Handfield analyzes the causes of food price inflation.

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Sep 23, 2024

Inside Shohei Ohtani’s Unusual Contract

Baseball's first 50-50 player, Shohei Ohtani, may have left $50M on the table. Two Poole experts analyze his contract.

Jul 29, 2024

The Tax Implications of Olympic Prizes

When athletes medal at this year's Summer Olympics, they'll attract the eyes of the world—and tax collectors. Poole College experts unpack Olympic tax impacts.

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Jul 24, 2024

Is Hosting the Olympic Games Worth It?

For Paris and other cities, hosting the Olympic Games is a multibillion-dollar investment. Poole College economist Steven Allen explores the Games' economic impact.

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Jun 7, 2024

Is a Four-Day Work Week Right for Your Business?

There are compelling benefits to the four-day work week, but it may not be right for every business. Two Poole College scholars explore the issue.

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May 21, 2024

When Giveaways Get Out of Hand

How did Red Lobster's popular endless shrimp promotion help bankrupt the company? Poole College professor Michael Stanko explains.

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May 9, 2024

What’s Next for Unionization in the South?

A successful union vote in Tennessee could be a sign of bigger Southern change, according to economics professor Steven Allen.

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Apr 24, 2024

An Unexpected Tax Burden: How North Carolina Will Tax Your Gambling Income Even if You Have Net Losses

Poole College's Nathan Goldman and Christina Lewellen examine the implications of North Carolinians being unable to itemize their gambling losses and what that means for them as they bet on sports in North Carolina.