Why Government Hates Gold
Government could never cement its power over a nation's currency, if the people could repudiate the fiat paper and turn to gold for its money.
Money and Banking
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The Week in Review: April 30, 2016
The only good news this week came for Uncle Sam, who set new records in tax collection for 2015.
Home Prices Outpacing Official Inflation Rate, Household Income
We've replaced saving with consumer debt (i.e., mortgages) and a hope that people can continue to make the high payments every month. It's not a terribly wise long-term economic strategy, but it's one the Fed is banking on.
In Defense of Deflation
The fear of deflation is a big problem for the future of the global economy.
With Fiat Money, Everything Is Relative
In determining the value of a currency, we must look to relative growth in the money supply, and relative purchasing power.
Why We Need a Recession: To Kill the Central-Bank Casino
There's no need for pessimism over the idea that there is a recession ahead, and that the stock markets must plunge. No, this is the good news!
The Week in Review: April 23, 2016
On Mises Weekends this week, Daniel McAdams joins Jeff in studio to talk foreign policy.
Inflation as a Policy
From April 6, 1959: As inflation increases, apologists emerge to suggest that, after all, inflation may be a very good thing—or, if an evil, at least a necessary evil.
While America Debates the $20 Bill, China Moves Closer to Gold
In spite of Ben Bernanke's assurances to the contrary, it is clear that China still sees gold as money.
The Euro Zone Embraces “Helicopter Money”
Europe may turn to "helicopter money" as an easy solution. The problem of deciding who gets the money isn't quite so simple.
