In the Name of Love

Each year there is a large gathering of economists, financial market participants, academics, US government officials in Jackson Hole, Wyoming (USA), to discuss long-term economic policy issues of mutual concern. All the papers are available online. This year’s...

Youth Of The Nation

“Who’s to blame for the lives that tragedies claim, No matter what you say, It don’t take away the pain”                 P.O.D. [2001]   In Australia,...

Polyester Girl

“So shiny, my polyester girl”                 Regurgitator [1997]   Real yields on 10-year US Treasuries hit -1% on Friday – a first for American history –...

Unwinding Confirmation Bias

“Don’t call it a comeback, I’ve been here for years” LL Cool J (1990) I set aside time each week in my “reading time” to peruse theories that I disagree with. I believe this is key in mitigating confirmation bias associated...

Inflation Blues

Understanding inflation is crucial to investing because inflation can reduce the value of investment returns. Inflation impacts all aspects of the economy – be it household spending, business spending, employment rates or interest rates. Inflation is a...