1+ hour, 56+ min ago  (993+ words) This column was originally published on the Ball State University Center for Business and Economic Research Weekly Commentary blog. By Michael J. Hicks May 3, 2026 I've spent a lot of time studying the potential labor market effects of artificial intelligence. I think…...

1+ mon, 3+ week ago  (769+ words) This column was originally published on the Ball State University Center for Business and Economic Research Weekly Commentary blog. By Michael J. Hicks March 8, 2026 There is a simple way to cut through the noise about whose economy is stronger " Donald Trump's…...

2+ mon, 3+ week ago  (745+ words) the indiana citizen Macey Commentary: Raising garnishment floor will help Hoosiers during affordability crisis A key piece of affordability legislation passed the Indiana Senate on Jan 27. Senate Bill 197 addresses the aftermath of high utility costs, medical bills, and other debts,…...

8+ mon, 3+ week ago  (693+ words) This column was'originally published'on the Ball State University Center for Business and Economic Research Weekly Commentary blog. By Michael J. Hicks August 10, 2025 In March, I predicted the U. S. economy would enter recession and in April I explained how Indiana would be especially…...

9+ mon, 2+ week ago  (690+ words) This column was'originally published'on the Ball State University Center for Business and Economic Research Weekly Commentary blog. By Michael J. Hicks July 20, 2025 The average American family will pay about $2, 500 more this year because of tariffs. But unlike inflation, your wages won't…...