SUMMER BREAK: June 3rd — August 5th, 2025
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How Economic Pressures Shape Consumer Choices
Economic challenges like tariffs and inflation push households to rethink their spending and saving habits. For example, in anticipation of tariff-induced price hikes, 72% of consumers are already adjusting their…
Amazon’s Prime Day Evolution: A Marketing Masterclass
Amazon's decision to extend Prime Day to four days in 2025 showcases its sophisticated understanding of consumer psychology. By lengthening the event and offering a wider range of promotions, Amazon…
Holiday Break: December 17th — January 7th, 2025
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The ‘IKEA Effect’ [VIDEO]
The Swedish company IKEA is renowned worldwide for its wide array of furniture that customers are required to assemble at home. This video will explore the behavioral psychology behind the…
Laid Off Tech Employees leaving the U.S? [VIDEO]
CNBC explores challenges currently facing U.S. tech workers, including mass layoffs, widespread cuts in company budgets, and threats of deportation for H-1B visa holders. See video for more. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uOIPmQrrgnQ YouTube.com…
Our Summer Break is Over!
We're back to our regular schedule! Look for new postings on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12pm CST. Don't forget to visit our Instructor's Space tab for upcoming events. Thanks, Econ…
Costco Hot Dog Combo [VIDEO]
Costco is losing money on its $1.50 hot dog combo, which include hot dogs, buns, condiments, soda, and bottomless refills. According to the Bureau of Labor Statitcics CPI inflation calulator, Costco…
Why is Everything Getting So Expensive? [VIDEO]
Prices on everyday products like groceries and diapers have increased dramatically in the last couple of years, with inflation often being identified as the culprit. This video takes a close…