How geography contributes to economic growth and can increase or lower the cost of living. Topics covered include:Why living in a developing country like Costa Rica is still relatively expensiveHow Amazon and e-commerce platforms lower the cost of livingWhy we should consider slowing down our rate of consumptionHow geography is impacting the rollout of AI Show Notes Market Research in Costa Rica: Costa Rica is a strong market in Central America providing many benefits.—SIS … [Read more...]
499: What Makes an Economy Prosperous? Spotlight on Cuba and Argentina
We explore eight things that contribute to a healthy, growing economy and where Cuba and Argentina have fallen short. Topics covered include: Why Cuba continues to have rolling energy blackouts Why economic sanctions frequently don't work How Argentinas' President Millei is taking a "chainsaw" to the nation's economy Why emerging markets will need to change their export-oriented growth trajectory What are the risks to the long-term health of the U.S. economy Show … [Read more...]
458: Dissecting Stock Returns: Financial Engineering or Genuine Growth?
Do the impressive returns in public and private markets stem from strategic financial engineering or reflect actual economic growth? Topics covered include: How corporate profit growth is linked to economic growth, even though corporate profits are more volatile How interest rates, tax rates, and stock buybacks influence corporate profits and stock returns Why there are fewer publicly traded stocks How the increase in leveraged buyouts has impacted the economy How private … [Read more...]
166: Do We Really Need Growth?
Why enterprises, industries, and economies can't grow at all costs but need to enrich humanity and strive for permanence and sustainability through regeneration. In this episode you’ll learn: What is the placebo effect. How differing priced items contribute to economic growth. How the Maine lobster industry ensures sustainability. What is regenerative growth. How much is enough when it comes to net worth Show Notes The Difference Between A Maine and … [Read more...]
