Newsroom Listing - Economics

The Advantages of Free Markets: The Phil Smith Center Welcomes National Speakers
This fall, the Phil Smith Center for Free-Enterprise welcomed two guest speakers to draw attention to aspects of business often swept under the rug. Terms typically limited to news headlines, such as inflation, unemployment, and productivity, became more accessible to College of Business students this semester.

KUDOS: October 2023
Kudos honors the accomplishments of FAU Business faculty, staff, and students.

College of Business Alumnus Releases Book with Oprah Winfrey on Finding Happiness
A distinguished scholar and alumnus from Florida Atlantic University’s College of Business released a book with Oprah Winfrey on the secret to building a happier life.

FAU Poll: Hispanic Consumer Confidence Decreases in Third Quarter
Hispanic consumer confidence in the economy dropped in the third quarter of 2023, in part due to uncertainty surrounding a possible federal shutdown, according to a poll released by the Florida Atlantic University Business and Economic Polling Initiative (FAU BEPI).

FAU Report: As Inflation Gets Back on Track, Should the Fed Keep Raising Rates?
Inflation rebounded in August, but signs are emerging that it could be getting back on track to the Federal Reserve’s goal of 2 percent, according to a Florida Atlantic University economist.

KUDOS: September 2023
Kudos honors the accomplishments of FAU Business faculty, staff, and students.