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Marginal Revenue: The Key To Understanding Profitabiltiy

In the world of business and economics, understanding key concepts like marginal revenue can be the difference between making a profit and sustaining losses.  Whether you’re running a small business or managing a large corporation, knowing how marginal revenue works is essential for setting prices, determining output, and maximizing profits. What is Marginal Revenue? Marginal […]

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Talking Tariffs

The talk of the town in recent days has been “Tariffs.” President Trump loves them and has wasted no time threatening them during his first few weeks back in office. So far he has: Threatened a 25% tariff on Columbia for not accepting deportees. Threatened a 25% tariff on Canada for not better protecting their

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The Differences Between Marginal Benefit and Marginal Utility

When studying economics, two terms that often come up are marginal benefit and marginal utility. While they may seem similar, they have distinct meanings and applications in economic analysis. Understanding these differences is crucial for making informed decisions as a consumer, business owner, or policymaker. Defining Marginal Benefit and Marginal Utility Marginal Benefit Marginal benefit

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Marginal Cost: Understanding The Next Unit of Production

Economics can sometimes feel like a dense, jargon-filled world. But understanding key concepts can empower you to make better decisions, whether you’re running a business or just managing your personal finances.  One concept is marginal cost. It’s a fundamental principle that influences pricing strategies, production levels, and even whether a business is going to make

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Marginal Benefit: Why That Extra Slice of Pizza Matters (or Doesn’t)

We all make countless decisions every day, from the mundane (what to have for breakfast) to the significant (should I take that new job?). Underlying these decisions, whether we realize it or not, is a fundamental economic concept: marginal benefit. Understanding this concept can help you make more informed choices and appreciate how markets function.

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A Little Bit About Me

Hey hey, I’m Bret!  I’m an economist by education, a commodity trader by profession, a financial analyst by hobby, a poor writer trying to improve, and a wannabe blogger. When I’m not doing any of the things mentioned above I enjoy neat bourbon, black coffee, Miller Lite, fishing, and spending time with my family. (wow,

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Managing Market Volatility

Managing an investment portfolio is tough even without having to deal with volatile market swings. With a little bit of planning you can make managing a portfolio easier by being prepared for any volatility that may come your way. What is Market Volatility? Technically speaking, volatility is a measure of variation in prices over a

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