“inflation” Charts
The Biggest Box Office Bombs »
These are the movies that won't be getting a sequel any time soon. Though each of these films will go…
Minimum Wage to Increase in California »
California Governor Jerry Brown recently approved a $2 minimum wage increase, set to take full effect by January 2016. This…
Food Prices: 1913 vs. 2013 »
Over the years, food prices in the U.S. have increased significantly with inflation, but many foods have actually become cheaper…
Rate of Change: Average US Wage vs. NFL Salary Cap »
Whenever my family talks sports, my grandmother always complains about how much athletes are paid more and more each year.…
What Are Coins Costing Us? »
Despite the penny's bad rep for costing more to make than its final worth, there is some good news to…
Most Expensive Movies Of All Time »
For these movies, budget was no obstacle. Whether the result of unfortunate circumstances or meticulous planning, these are the films…
The (Mis)Perception of Inflation »
Inflation in the United States has been relatively low and stable as of late, hovering at or slightly below the…
The Fed’s oil price challenge »
A sustained increase in international oil prices could have a meaningful impact on both US and global economic growth and…
EITC and Child Care Tax Credit Critical for Fighting Poverty »
In 1997, the combination of the EITC and full- time minimum wage work was briefly enough to lift a family…
Minimum wage right on target »
In 1987, the federal minimum wage was $3.35 per hour. After adjusting for inflation and productivity in the fast-food sector,…
POLL: Large Majorities Support Raising The Minimum Wage »
A new Gallup poll shows large majorities of Americans are in favor of both raising the minimum wage and tying…
