economics

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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.

May 8, 2024

Poole Researchers Uncover Tax Costs of Gambling

N.C. gamblers may pay taxes on bets, win or lose. A 2015 law is the reason, Poole scholars say.

May 8, 2024

Why Does N.C. Tax Online Sports Bets Differently? Poole Explains.

In reporting from ABC-11 News, Poole College researchers explain why North Carolina taxes online and in-person sports gambling winnings differently. The distinction, said associate economics professor Nathan Goldman, is in what constitutes a gambling “session.” In a casino, a session begins when you walk in and ends when you cash out. It could contain multiple…

May 4, 2024

Steve Allen Explains Why N.C. Voters Are ‘Sour’ on Economy Despite Solid Financial Standing

Allen cites two drivers for the conundrum: partisanship and uneasiness about the future.

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Apr 16, 2024

Financial Education Supports Retirement Readiness

Research findings from Poole College professors Beth Ritter and Bob Clark can help both employers and employees benefit from the SECURE Act 2.0 legislative changes to retirement plans.

Apr 9, 2024

The (Real) Weight of Words

Poole College's Daisoon Kim and Luca David Opromolla share new trade policy research presented at the Devils and Wolves International Economics Seminar Series.

Mar 24, 2024

Machine Learning and the Future of Investing: A Q&A With Economist Mehmet Caner

Caner outlines the power of machine learning and the practical implications of his research.

Mar 11, 2024

Economist Steve Allen Responds to Biden’s State of the Union Address

Allen weighs in on the potential impact of Biden's proposed "billionaire's tax," as well as other economic issues highlighted in the address.

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Mar 4, 2024

The Perils of Breaking Up in an Interdependent World

Poole College's Andrew Greenland and Luca David Opromolla share research presented at the Devils and Wolves International Economics Seminar Series.