If there is one consistent theme in President Trump’s economic philosophy, it is that trade deficits are bad for the country and must be eliminated. This is the principal motivation for his recent ...

Exit polling suggests that the dominating issue for voters in the presidential election was the economy. Americans can barely afford groceries, rent and child care. Voters perceived President-elect ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I share tips about launching, validating and growing startups. Mar 25, 2025, 12:05pm EDT When it comes to concepts from economics ...

Why does predatory pricing so rarely succeed? Basic economic principles provide several explanations. Recent reports reflect growing anxiety about China’s pricing strategies across multiple industries ...

When running a small business, decisions must be made to help ensure profit maximization and continued success. Understanding some of the basic economic principles at work behind the scenes can help ...

Entrepreneurs come from a wide variety of different educational backgrounds, but it is important for all small-business owners to learn basic economic principles, regardless of their areas of ...

Civic engagement is often framed in terms of voting, public debate, and participation in community life. Yet beneath all of these actions lies a foundational skill that is frequently overlooked: ...