Economics Doesn’t ‘Measure’ or ‘Predict’, It Explains
The purpose of economic science is not to resolve all social problems, nor does it have appropriate tools for this.
The purpose of economic science is not to resolve all social problems, nor does it have appropriate tools for this.
The crude oil “daisy chain” reseller boom is just one example of the absurdity of the 1970s price controls on the oil and gas sector.
Notwithstanding its endorsement by Mises, many modern Austrians reject the notion of consumer sovereignty as an inaccurate political metaphor.
Statistics and empirical data aren't ignored by Austrians. Rather, they are relegated to their proper place in the economic edifice.
Here are two ways to gauge the strength of the world economy.
It no longer seems to be the case that a few countries can control oil prices. In other words, cartels are being even less influential in oil markets.