Corn Prices Have Popped
Following an unusually dry summer in 2023, US corn farmers expected a poor harvest and an increase in the price of corn. In anticipation of this price increase, many farmers…
Stop the Surge: Wendy’s Flips Its Price Strategy
Americans, fed up with the price of food these days, are speaking out. In fact, the rising cost of food, and more specifically the notion of shrinkflation was immortalized in…
A Powerless Choice?
Think about the last time you experienced a power outage. In addition to being unable to charge your electronics, or use your Wi-Fi connection, you may have also been unable…
Why Wendy’s Might Take a Bigger Bite of Your Burger Budget
Hankering for a burger and fries? Wendy’s, home of the square beef patty and Frosty shake, has you covered. How much will your meal cost? Well, under Wendy’s new dynamic…
Expanding Sales Foot by Foot
What’s better than a cookie? Maybe a really big cookie? Maybe even a footlong cookie? If you chose the footlong cookie, you’re not alone. Subway, maker of the popular footlong…
More Work, Less Choice? The Broader Implications of U.S. Policy Decisions
Imagine the dilemma of elected government officials trying to explain to constituents that a vote for more domestic jobs could also mean less choice and possibly higher prices for consumers.…
A Falling Tide Slows All Boats
An unusually dry October has lowered the water level of the lake that is used to operate the Panama Canal’s channel system. As a result, the Canal Authority has reduced…
It Was Pretty While It Lasted
A fly on the wall at recent board meetings of some multinational cosmetic companies might hear board members saying ‘it all used to be so beautiful’ or something along those…
Why Now Might Be The Time To Buy An EV
If you shopped for a new car recently, you probably know that finding a good deal can be difficult. Not only are the vehicles themselves expensive, but with interest rates…
Is Olive Oil the New Liquid Gold?
Petroleum is often referred to as liquid gold. Now another oil may claim the same title. Olive oil. You’re probably aware of its health benefits and, in comparison to other…