Economics

Allen Sanderson, who sparked ‘a love for economics’ in undergraduates, 1943-2025

Renowned sports economist remembered for his wit and devotion to his studentsFor four decades, Allen Sanderson was a familiar face to generations of U...

In the News Faculty Economics

The Economic Times - Google's antitrust case in the US: a timeline; Article notes Prof. Kevin Murphy's participation in case as an expert witness of the government

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Bloomberg - Climate Vault's Greenstone on the Economics of Carbon: ESG Currents; Prof. Michael Greenstone discusses his research on pricing the social cost of carbon

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Washington Post - Trump victory opens door for historic tariff hikes; Article mentions Prof. Casey Mulligan as potential pick for economic advisor, potential moderating factor on tariffs

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ABC News - Voters voiced frustration over inflation. Some economists expect Trump's policies to worsen it; Article cites research from Prof. Ali Hortaçsu on inflation driven by tariffs

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WSJ - Nobelists for Harris Are Unburdened by Proof; In op-ed, Prof. Casey Mulligan argues for burden of proof on economists who publicly endorse political candidates

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NBC Business - What tariffs do and why economists don't like them; Article details research from Prof. Ali Hortaçsu

Economics Faculty Announcements

Challenging Long-Held Assumptions About Early Childhood Education Outcomes

Groundbreaking Study Affirms Long-Term Benefits of Preschool Programs Beyond Test Scores  New analysis from the University of Chicago’s Center for the...

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Forbes - Deregulatory Reform, Not Antitrust, Is Key To A Vibrant U.S. Economy; Article cites research from Prof. Casey Mulligan on regulatory burdens

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Forbes - How To Resign From A Board (With Resignation Letter Examples); Article references' Prof. John List's advocacy for "optimal quitting"