economics

What’s really at stake in the trade war between the US and China?

The tariffs that leaders in the United States and China imposed upon each other’s countries likely won’t have a huge effect on either economy, according to Northeastern economics professor William Dickens. But, he says, the underlying political brinkmanship could.

by Molly Callahan August 26, 2019

‘We planted a flag here at Northeastern’

Ravi Ramamurti founded the Center for Emerging Markets in 2007. “We planted the flag here at Northeastern,” he said, “and now everyone is specializing in emerging markets.”

by Molly Callahan July 11, 2018

New economic forum to examine income inequality, healthcare in America

The three-part series, which begins tonight, will feature candid discussions with prominent policymakers and thinkers. “The idea is to make economics more user-friendly, accessible, and provocative to non-specialists,” said professor and program organizer John Kwoka.

by Jason Kornwitz September 28, 2017

NHL referees don’t hate your favorite team

NHL fans often jeer referees from the rafters, mocking “bad” calls and missed crosschecks. But their boos may be misplaced, according to a new study co-authored by Northeastern economist Imke Reimers.

by Jason Kornwitz August 14, 2017

Students to host 5th annual Alternative Investment Summit

Alternative investments—namely hedge funds, private equity, and real assets such as gold, oil, and agricultural land—have become increasingly popular in recent years. It was with this in mind that a group of business students created the Collegiate Alternative Investment Summit, the fifth annual installment of which will be held Friday and Saturday.

by Jason Kornwitz April 7, 2017

US impact of China’s devalued currency

How will the devaluation of China’s currency affect the United States and the global economy? Here, associate professor of economics Kamran Dadkhah holds forth on China’s surprise financial decision last week.

by Joe O'Connell August 18, 2015

Student pens impressive policy essays for global competition

Aaron Kanzer, SSH'17, recently finished in the top 10 in the Global Debate and Public Policy Challenge for his thematic essays on global drug policy.

by Jordana Torres August 11, 2014

Give thanks, and prosper

In new a paper, Northeastern psychology researchers challenge long-held beliefs about patience by showing that cultivating gratitude can promote impulse control—which many previous studies have linked to better long-term outcomes.

by Angela Herring March 31, 2014

When healthcare gets personal

Marie Schulte-Bockum’s decision to work on co-op at the Institute for Healthcare Improvement was fueled by her appreciation of Germany’s universal healthcare system, which helped save her sister’s life.

by Jordana Torres March 3, 2014

PhD’s unemployment research leads to White House visit

Rand Ghayad, a doctoral candidate of economics at Northeastern, attended a meeting in Washington Friday with President Obama and corporate leaders focused on the president’s new initiative to combat long-term joblessness.

by Jason Kornwitz February 3, 2014