Economic

The gold standard was once the foundation of international finance, linking economies and shaping central banking. But what exactly was...

Public debt management is crucial for a country’s economic health, influencing interest rates, inflation, and financial stability. Central banks play...

Central banks are often seen as institutions that “print money,” but the functions of central banks go far beyond that....

Money creation is one of the most significant yet often misunderstood functions of central banks. Understanding how central banks create...

Excellent post by Vitalik on prediction markets and the broader category of what he calls info finance: Now, we get...

Traditional economic discussions often focus on market transactions—activities like buying groceries, paying for services or investing in assets—which dominate our...

You’ve likely heard of Prospera, the private city in Honduras established under the ZEDE (Zone for Employment and Economic Development)...

Inflation’s effect on capital markets is profound, with far-reaching consequences for both individual investors and institutions. Rising inflation impacts borrowing...

In the aftermath of the 2008 financial crisis, the world’s leading central banks found themselves in uncharted territory. In a...

Accurate inflation measurement is vital in economic decision-making for governments, central banks, and economists. By understanding how the purchasing power...