What is a consumer price index (CPI)?

ASU economist explains the difference between headline inflation, which includes all prices, and core inflation, which excludes food and energy.

What is gross domestic product?

ASU economist explains GDP and measuring economic well-being.

What is the law of supply and demand?

ASU economist explains how supply and demand shape the stock market.

What is an economic moat?

ASU economist explains how companies defend their competitive edge.

US and Canada tariff policy changes may have lasting impacts on consumer wallets

An ASU economist says new tariffs will increase prices and decrease consumers' disposable income.

What is opportunity cost?

ASU economist explains the key differences between opportunity and sunk costs, two concepts that heavily shape decision-making.

What are economic indicators?

ASU economist explains how policymakers use statistics and economic indicators to forecast trends amid uncertainty.

What is economics? Fundamentals and significance

ASU economist breaks down the complex relationship between the stock market, inflation, interest rates, and economic growth.

What risk does Arizona face if a recession kicks in?

Consumer confidence could be a factor in causing a recession, says an ASU economist.

The White House is using tariffs to restore manufacturing. Data suggests it will take time.

An ASU economist explains why tariffs may hurt consumers more than they help — and why America’s strength lies in the knowledge economy.