Intermediate Macroeconomics students at the Stanley Museum of Art

Econ is everywhere

Thursday, September 25, 2025
Art meets macroeconomics at the Stanley Museum of Art.
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FED cuts interest rates by a quarter point, this change can impact Iowa farmers and savers

Thursday, September 18, 2025
Economics professor Anil Kumar said the cuts could lead to better loan terms for growers.
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Tariffs, interest rates and the labor market create uncertainty in housing construction

Friday, September 5, 2025
Tippie associate professor David Frisvold says impacts are felt beyond just home buyers and sellers.
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What happens if the Fed slashes rates to 1% like Trump wants?

Thursday, August 28, 2025
Tippie economics Professor Anne Villamil says capital flight is a real risk.
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UI business prof teaches economics lessons through trip to art museum

Wednesday, June 4, 2025
Professor Alexandra Nica's macroeconomics students participated in the "art intervention."
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How tariffs may impact Iowa’s economy: UI economist explains trade risks

Tuesday, June 3, 2025
Tippie economics professor Anne Villamil says tariffs can be useful, but need to be implemented carefully to avoid trade chaos.
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Don't panic: How to navigate disruption

Thursday, May 15, 2025
Tippie economics professor Anne Villamil spoke at Business Record's recent power breakfast, giving attendees three key indicators to watch to help determine the health of the economy.
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Iowa facing "lost generation" of talent due to federal funding cuts

Monday, May 5, 2025
Tippie professor Anne Villamil participated in the panel discussion exploring Iowa's brain drain.
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Tariffs are about to make your beauty routine a lot more expensive

Monday, April 28, 2025
Cosmetic treatments are deeply entwined with international trade, explains professor Anne Villamil.
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Trump's tariffs could cause a recession, experts say. Here's how.

Monday, March 31, 2025
Economics professor Anne Villamil says a policy of wide-ranging levies on foreign goods could tip the U.S. into a recession.