Sven R Larson, Ph.D., has worked as a staff economist for think tanks and as an advisor to political campaigns. He is the author of several academic papers and books. His writings concentrate on the welfare state, how it causes economic stagnation, and the reforms needed to reduce the negative impact of big government. On Twitter, he is @S_R_Larson and he writes regularly at Larson’s Political Economy on Substack.
USA: Federal Reserve Keeps Rate Unchanged

USA: Federal Reserve Keeps Rate Unchanged

The Federal Reserve has decided to keep its policy-making federal funds rate unchanged for now.

December 13, 2023
Euros & Dollars: The Case Against a Fed Rate Hike

Euros & Dollars: The Case Against a Fed Rate Hike

The Federal Reserve meets on Wednesday. Here is why they won’t increase the interest rate.

December 12, 2023
Anti-Trumpers: “He Wants To Be Dictator”

Anti-Trumpers: “He Wants To Be Dictator”

Anti-Trump Republicans accuse the former president of wanting to become America’s dictator. Here are three questions for them to answer.

December 9, 2023
Euros & Dollars: EU Economy in Stormy Waters

Euros & Dollars: EU Economy in Stormy Waters

We sounded the recession alarm bells for Europe back in August. The latest numbers confirm that forecast—and then some.

December 8, 2023
EU Leader in Tough Trade Talks with China

EU Leader in Tough Trade Talks with China

EU trade talks with China are part of Brussels’ broader ambition to reduce its foreign dependency for critical raw materials.

December 7, 2023
Euros & Dollars: Good News for Indebted Euro-Zone Governments

Euros & Dollars: Good News for Indebted Euro-Zone Governments

Just in time for the recession, Europe may see the benefits of lower interest rates.

December 6, 2023
Euros & Dollars: The Three Phases of U.S. Fiscal Decline

Euros & Dollars: The Three Phases of U.S. Fiscal Decline

Congress is borrowing 26 cents of every dollar they spend. Only structural spending reforms can prevent a fiscal meltdown—and time is running out.

December 5, 2023
Money or Policy: Who Wins the White House?

Money or Policy: Who Wins the White House?

Nikki Haley just picked up a major endorsement that will bring in big money. But who likes her the most—policy-interested voters or money-loaded donors?

December 1, 2023
Why the Czechs Should Reject the Euro

Why the Czechs Should Reject the Euro

On the surface, everything looks good for the Czechs to join the euro. But look a bit closer, and the picture changes dramatically.

November 30, 2023
EU Debt Crisis: Germany Leads the Way

EU Debt Crisis: Germany Leads the Way

The German government again suspends its debt brake. So far, their country has been saved by its formidable export machine. Those days are gone.

November 29, 2023
When Aliens Land in Washington

When Aliens Land in Washington

When it comes to UFO disclosure, the biggest worry is not the general public. They are resilient and will take transformative news with strides. Congress is a bigger problem.

November 25, 2023
National Conservatism and the Welfare State, Part II

National Conservatism and the Welfare State, Part II

Putting conservatism to work is a decades-long project. It requires patience and intellectual courage. We national conservatives have what it takes.

November 23, 2023