A debt ceiling is a legal mandate that limits the amount of debt a government can accumulate. This mandate is determined through policymaking. Reaching the […]
Author Archives: Mathew Emmanuel Pineda
Environmental Impacts of Fast Fashion: Studies
Fast fashion has notable advantages but it has been criticized for its numerous drawbacks. These include its unfavorable environmental impacts that demonstrate the ills of […]
The Business Strategy of Shein: Reasons for Its Success
Shein has became one of the largest fashion retailer in the world in 2022. It is also one of the most successful startups that emerged […]
Private Health Insurance as a Rent-Seeking Middleman
The creation of private health insurance stems from the need to address the rising cost of healthcare and provide the population with financial protection against […]
Origin and History of Money: From Clay Tablets to Legal Tenders
The history of money also parallels the history of human civilization. It would be impossible to embrace modernity without embracing they monetary system fully because […]
Circular Economy: Principles, Benefits, and Challenges
A circular economy is a proposed economic system and a specific model of production and consumption, that aims to reduce or eliminate waste output through […]
Javier Milei: Economic Views and Economic Policies Explained
Argentina has undergone drastic economic reforms since Javier Milei was elected to office on 10 December 2023. His presidency has been met with both commendations […]
Health Effects of Stress and High Cortisol Levels in Children
Stress and cortisol levels are normal biological responses. Several studies have explored how chronic stress and high levels of cortisol affect physical and mental health […]
Prenatal Flavor Learning: Studies and Implications
An unborn baby begins ingesting amniotic fluid at around 12 weeks and a powerful sense of smell starts developing by 28 weeks. Based on this […]
How Tariffs Fuel Price Hikes and Can It Cause Inflation?
Tariffs are one of the most common protectionism policies. Raising import duties on certain goods to make them more expensive can encourage the domestic consumption […]