Can We Do Better Than Capitalism?

Capitalism could be the biggest problem. Prof. Wolff says it's time to get rid of it rather than reform it.

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Economic Update: Competition and Monopoly in Capitalism

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Capitalism's growing problems (inequalities, instabilities, unsustainability etc.) lead some defenders to argue that...READ MORE


In an Intelligence Squared Debate Win, Prof. Wolff Argues That Capitalism is Not a Blessing

At IntelligenceSquared Debate, Prof. Wolff argues that concerns over income inequality increase and issues of racial, economic, and social justice become more prominent in the public sphere as the capitalist system faces growing scrutiny. Prof. Wolff and debate partner Bhaskar Sunkara, founding editor of Jacobin, sway an audience in a debate win against the motion that capitalism is a blessing.

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France's Strike is a Warning for American neoliberals

Prof. Wolff explains the background behind the ongoing labor protests in France.

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Japanese Trade Deal

Prof. Wolff breaks down the new trade deal with Japan and how markets have been reacting on renewed trade optimism.

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Capitalism vs. Socialism: A Soho Forum Debate

Prof. Wolff debates former Barron's economics editor Gene Epstein on which economic system best promotes, freedom, equality, and prosperity - socialism or capitalism.

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Trump Warns of New China Tariffs Coming Soon

Trump warns of new China tariffs coming soon if the U.S. doesn’t start getting some workable proposals from Beijing. Prof Wolff gives his insight into the trade war and what we can expect.

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Prof. Wolff Shares Insights on the Perils of Inequality

Prof. Wolff weighs in on the widening inequality gap in society.

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Prof. Wolff Weighs in on Michael Bloomberg's 2020 Run For President

Prof. Wolff weighs in on the deeply unpopular intervention by a billionaire into politics. This interview appears courtesy of Sputnik News' Loud and Clear

 


As the US-China Trade Fight holds Steady, the People’s Republic Looks to Europe to Maintain Free Trade Goals

Prof. Wolff joins RT correspondent Rachel Blevins to break down the current state of Chinese trade, and what we can expect on their talks with the United States going forward.

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Economic Update: Teaching Economics: A Revolutionary Approach

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This week on Economic Update, Professor Wolff delivers updates on Kshama Sawant’s reelection victory in the Seattle City Council race...READ MORE


Economic Update: Political Strategy for Transition

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This week on Economic Update, Professor Wolff discusses a political strategy for transition beyond capitalism to an economy based on democratic worker-owned co-operatives. The first half explores...READ MORE


Federal Reserve Slashes Rates Again

Jerome Powell announced yet another rate cut on Wednesday, bringing the tally to three in 2019 as the US economy continues its uncertainty. Prof. Wolff dissects the data and what the move means for markets stateside and around the globe. 

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Will We See a Crash Before It's Too Late?

There is a high risk of ignoring how much money is owed by corporations. If the interest rate rises even by a small amount, many will default. That could bankrupt thousands of businesses and put millions out of work with no income. Bad decisions made when borrowing cheap money will come back to bite when their corporate bonds come to mature. Prof. Wolff asks whether the credit rating agencies should have lowered the credit ratings of corporations due to their level of debt. What will happen if the economy crashes?

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Economic Update: US's Profit-Driven Medicine

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The first half of this week’s episode of Economic Update features updates from Professor Wolff on Berlin, Germany's law freezing all rents for...READ MORE

 


Economic Update: The Human Agenda

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On this week's EU, Prof. Wolff presents updates on costs of NBA offense to China, worsening global inequality, poverty mocks Nobel prize for 3 economists working on...READ MORE


Hong Kong and China Learn How to Live Together

Hong Kong and China learn how to live together after a century of separation. Prof. Wolff joins Rick Sanchez to discuss the Hong Kong protests, arguing that "Hong Kong needs China more than China needs Hong Kong."

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'Talking About Revolution' - Street Protests Around the World

Countries around the world are rising up against increasing income inequality and lack of economic opportunities, especially for young people. What are the economics behind the protests in Haiti, Lebanon, Chile, Ethiopia, Ecuador, and Iraq? Prof. Wolff talks to Loud & Clear's Brian Becker. Listen Here


Zuckerberg Faces Congress on Libra

Following months of scrutiny by lawmakers across the globe, Mark Zuckerberg faced Congress where lawmakers grilled the social media CEO on the libra digital currency. Prof. Wolff joined Boom Bust to break down the blockchain battle and what it means for the future of FinTech.

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Trade Deal Turbulence

The U.S. and Chinese trade negotiators are working on nailing down a Phase 1 deal for their presidents to sign next month, U.S. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin has said. Prof. Wolff says, “Trump typically makes tremendous grand deal statements about breakthroughs in talks with China which then turn out not to be the case, afterwards Trump usually blames the Chinese." Prof. Wolff tells Boom Bust it’s hard to say if President Trump is actually looking for an agreement with Beijing.
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Economic Update: Making Critical Arguments

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The first half of this week’s episode of Economic Update features updates from Professor Wolff on the U.S. housing crisis as a systemic failure using the example of the homeless LA opera singer, Greta Thunberg's critics, how the Europeans...READ MORE

Economic Update: The Capitalist Corporation

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This week on Economic Update, Professor Wolff examines the structure and functioning of the large capitalist corporation dominating modern economies. He discusses...READ MORE


Investors Cautious Over Trumps Deal with China

Prof. Wolff discusses the pending "temporary deal" between China and the U.S., Wall Street's likely reaction and how it could affect Beijing's meteoric rise.

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Can Fed Keep Economy Going For Much Longer?

The Feds are controlling the business cycle, or do they just want to make us think they are? Prof. Wolff joins Thom Hartmann to discuss the how the feds have manipulated the business cycle.

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Federal Reserve Cuts Rates

The Federal Reserve has cut rates yet again, as demanded by President Trump, but what will this move mean for markets? Prof. Wolff appears on Boom Bust to break down the future for the Fed. Plus, Amazon's algorithm is under a harsh spotlight today as recent reports allege the company's search tool favors the company's own products. View Here

 


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