Marvel movies are one of the biggest forces in the entertainment industry. On face value, it does not seem like they have anything to do with economics. Join Ishika as she uncovers how they are more closely related than it might appear.
Every day, 90% of the world’s population enjoys a caffeinated beverage. In this interdisciplinary piece, Josh draws on insights from history, cognitive science, and sometimes economics, as he sets out to answer the following question: has the rise of caffeine been a positive development for our species?
“…when anyone has attained the summit of greatness, he kicks away the ladder by which he has climbed up, in order to deprive others of the means of climbing up after him”. In this insightful article, David explores just how the United States kicked away the ladder to Chile’s prosperity.
Join Angus Robertson as he discusses water policy in Australia and its implications for public policy and the economy.
Responding to and disincentivising Human Rights violations is an essential function of our foreign policy. In this interdisciplinary piece, Ben explores the limitations of traditional policies addressing human rights abuses. Applying an economics kens to the issue, Ben considers a new approach and discusses its potential to transform policymaking in this area.
Ever wondered why pieces of paper can be exchanged for objects of immense value? Dive into a history of money and value in this riveting piece by Lawrence.
Are you wondering what our economy will look like in 40 years? Interested in exploring the greatest economic challenges facing our generation? Look no further and join Diego as he unpacks the 2021 Intergenerational Report in depth!
Join Nicholas Marinucci as he discusses mental illness in Australia, and its implications for public policy and the economy.
The ageing population problem is a greater problem in Japan in comparison to other OECD countries due to factors such as a lack of immigration, an extremely low fertility rate stemming from a lack of work-life balance and the unequal division of unpaid labour between the two genders. Hannah explores the causes of an ageing population within the OECD, Japan’s deviations from other OECD countries which aggravated their ageing population problem, and finally the policy issues and implications for Japan.
Which comes first? As economists become more and more willing to investigate this relationship, we may be inching closer to an answer. Joel Lee explores the expanding field of cultural economics.
Australia has been in the grips of a housing affordability crisis for at least a decade now. Join Akshita Vaid as she discusses some current challenges resulting from the crisis and some ways to tackle it.
Australian supply chain financing firm Greensill Capital has held a grandiose and incredulous public image through its association with many powerful figures, such as former British Prime Minister David Cameron and former Australian Foreign Minister Julie Bishop. Join Pinidu as he sets out to explore the world of supply-chain finance and provides an insight into the firm’s dramatic fall from grace.