The Economics of Subsidizing Sports Stadiums

by Scott A. Wolla

People are passionate about professional sports—they give people pride and a sense of community. And they create economic benefits for the community. But should tax dollars be used to subsidize sports stadiums? The May 2017 issue of Page One Economics describes some pros and cons.

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Advertising: Dollars and Decisions

by Jeannette N. Bennett

This lesson received the 2017 Excellence in Financial Literacy Education (EIFLE) Award for Education Program of the Year.

Consumers see or hear thousands of advertisements each day. The April 2017 issue of Page One Economics: Focus on Finance reviews advertising history and strategies ads use to create demand and influence consumer tastes and preferences.

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The Productivity Puzzle

by Scott A. Wolla

Are many products made in the United States anymore? As it turns out, yes. In fact, U.S. manufacturing output is near its highest level ever—and with fewer workers. How is that possible? Productivity growth. The March 2017 issue of Page One Economics® describes what affects productivity, why economists are concerned about its recent slowdown, and what can be done about it.

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Insurance: Managing Risk and Balancing Responsibility with Affordability

by Kris Bertelsen

This lesson received the 2017 Excellence in Financial Literacy Education (EIFLE) Award for Education Program of the Year.

When tragedy strikes, how do people avoid bearing all of the costs of their loss? Learn more in the February Page One Economics: Focus on Finance.

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Education, Income, and Wealth

by Scott A. Wolla and Jessica Sullivan

No surprise—people with more education often earn higher incomes and are unemployed less than those with less education. Those with higher incomes also tend to accumulate more wealth. Why? Research shows that well-educated people tend to make financial decisions that help build wealth. Their strategies, though, can be used by anyone. Learn valuable tips in the January 2017 issue of Page One Economics.

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