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I've Always Wondered ...

If you’re like us, you’ve got a lot of questions about the small, simple, ubiquitous things in the world of business. Let's find the answers.
What have you always wondered about the economy?

Does it make cents to get rid of the penny?
I've Always Wondered ...
Does it make cents to get rid of the penny?
What happens to your Christmas tree after the holidays? 
I've Always Wondered ...
What happens to your Christmas tree after the holidays? 
Why are bananas so cheap?
I've Always Wondered ...
Why are bananas so cheap?
What is the economic impact of lost and stolen packages? 
I've Always Wondered ...
What is the economic impact of lost and stolen packages? 

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I've Always Wondered ...

Does the presidential election take a bite out of small businesses?

by Janet Nguyen
Sep 27, 2024
Interest rates and seasonal changes influence the real estate market or small business sales more than election season.
Current president Joe Biden stopping at an Iowa cafe during his 2020 presidential campaign.
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Election 2024

How does election spending impact the economy? 

by Janet Nguyen
Sep 20, 2024
Spending can spur job creation in specific sectors, like broadcast news.
Presidential candidates Kamala Harris and Donald Trump squared off in a debate earlier this month.
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How do small, independent motels stay in business?

by Janet Nguyen
Sep 13, 2024
They don’t have the name recognition of a Motel 6, but low prices, little competition and a sense of community help Indian hoteliers withstand inflation.
The humble motel may not have as many amenities as a branded hotel. But they tend to be cheaper and provide lodging in areas with few options.
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Could the U.S. ever attain 100% employment?

by Janet Nguyen
Sep 6, 2024
The U.S. unemployment rate has never reached zero, and it likely never will. But that’s not a bad thing.
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What types of infrastructure spending have the best long-term economic results? 

by Janet Nguyen
Aug 30, 2024
Roads, utilities and telecommunications provide some of the greatest economic returns.
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Why do websites still use CAPTCHA?

by Janet Nguyen
Aug 23, 2024
They’re annoying to humans, but they can stop the bots.
Early iterations of CAPTCHA tests asked users to type in the characters they saw on the screen.
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How do Treasury bonds work?

by Janet Nguyen
Aug 16, 2024
We looked at where you can buy Treasury securities and when they’re up for auction.
U.S. Treasury bonds can serve as a hedge against market volatility.
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How did the Red Hot Chili Peppers go from the concert stage to the T-shirt you're wearing?

by Janet Nguyen
Aug 9, 2024
Companies working on behalf of bands approach big-box retailers to see if they want to carry any merch.
Through Target's website, you can buy band merchandise for your toddler.
Screenshot via Target.com
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Why do paper bags have a zig-zag cut at the top?

by Janet Nguyen
Aug 2, 2024
Safety, efficiency and looks play a role in the design.
The paper bag's simple zig-zag design can save consumers a lot of pain.
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Does the Fed actually set interest rates?

by Janet Nguyen
Jul 26, 2024
The Fed has a series of tools in its arsenal to influence interest rates, including the all-important federal funds rate.
When interest rates go down, the cost of borrowing money goes down too.
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