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.
Money and Banks
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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!
Mises Against the Neoliberals
George Monbiot's attack on neoliberalism fails to account for the conflict between the Austrian school and the neoliberals.
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.
RIP, €500 Note
The ruling class of the euro zone has slightly backed off its plan to end use of the $500 note immediately.
Jackson, not Hamilton, to be Replaced on US Currency
Why stop with Jackson? Let's ditch all the other politicians on US currency also.
A Modest Proposal to End Fed Independence
Congress is hardly a great steward of financial power, but there are benefits to wrestling control of the money supply away from the Fed and returning it to Congress.
The Problem of “Hoarding”
Economists err if they believe something is wrong when money is not in constant, active "circulation."
