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Christopher Decker

Professor of Economics, University of Nebraska Omaha
Professor Decker received his Ph.D. in Business Economics from Indiana University’s Kelley School of Business in 2000 and teaches courses in Microeconomics, Business Economics, Economic Forecasting, and Natural Resource Economics at UNO. His academic work has been published in a verity of academic journals including Economic Inquiry, Journal of Law and Economics, Environmental and Resource Economics, Annals of Regional Science, Review of Regional Studies, Applied Economics, Ecological Economics, and Contemporary Economic Policy. Professor Decker has also partnered with several organizations to conduct economic assessments and forecasts of city and regional economies, including the production of a large number of economic impact studies using IMPLAN. IMPLAN-Based studies include: The Economic Impact the Aviation Industry on the State of Nebraska, and The Economic Impact of the Nebraska Business Development Center on Nebraska. Other studies have included assessing the economic impact of immigrant populations on the local economy. Before joining UNO, Professor Decker worked in the private sector for DRI/McGraw-Hill (now IHS Global Insight) from 1990 to 1993, and FW Dodge/McGraw-Hill from 1993 to 1995, producing forecasts for regional economies, of energy prices and demand, long-range macroeconomic and demographic indicators, as well as construction prices, and commercial and institutional construction activity.

Attention, jittery investors: Stop panicking … this is what a soft landing should look like

Aug 06, 2024 23:26 pm UTC| Insights & Views Investing

What a difference a job report makes. Earlier in the summer, people were worried that the economy was too hot. But now in response mainly to weaker-than-expected employment data released on Aug. 2, 2024 stocks are...

Central Banking Series

Inflation is cooling, but not fast enough for the Fed

Jun 13, 2024 06:02 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy Central Banks

It was a double-whammy Wednesday for economic-data enthusiasts. During the morning of June 12, 2024, the Bureau of Labor Statistics published its latest inflation figures. The news was relatively good, showing that...

Latest inflation figures are good news

May 16, 2024 04:24 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

The U.S. economy is slowing, but not crashing. In the dismal science, this is what counts as good news. Thats the message I took away from the latest inflation data, released May 15, 2024, which showed U.S. consumer...

Central Banking Series

High interest rates aren’t going away anytime soon – a business economist explains why

May 02, 2024 06:00 am UTC| Insights & Views Economy

The Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at its May 1, 2024, policy meeting, dashing the hopes of potential homebuyers and others who were hoping for a cut. Not only will rates remain at their current level a...

Jobs are up, wages less so – and lower purchasing power could still lead the US into a recession

Sep 04, 2023 05:36 am UTC| Economy

Dont be overly fooled by seemingly rosy jobs data heading into the Labor Day weekend. Yes, the U.S. economy added 187,000 jobs in August 2023 faster than the revised 157,000 increase for July and above most analysts...

Central Banking Series

The Federal Reserve and the art of navigating a soft landing ... when economic data sends mixed signals

May 01, 2023 12:43 pm UTC| Economy Central Banks

With inflation easing and the U.S. economy cooling, is the Federal Reserve done raising interest rates? After all, gently bringing down the trajectory of prices without crashing the economy was the central banks objective...

Jobs report hints that Fed policy is paying off – and that a 'growth recession' awaits

Apr 10, 2023 16:13 pm UTC| Economy

The latest jobs report is in, and the good news is Federal Reserve policy on inflation appears to be working. The bad news is Fed policy on inflation appears to be working. The March 2023 jobs report reveals that the...

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Economy

Bitcoin Price Surges Amid Trump Election Speculation

Bitcoin Price Rises Amid Election Speculation Bitcoins price saw a modest increase on Thursday, trending toward strong weekly gains fueled by speculation regarding a potential Donald Trump victory in the upcoming...

"UK Retail Sales Defy Expectations with 0.3% Rise in September"

In September 2024, UK retail sales unexpectedly rose by 0.3% from the previous month, contrary to market predictions of a 0.3% decline, according to the Office for National Statistics. Overall Performance:Following a...

China Central Bank Launches 800 Billion Yuan Funding to Boost Stock Market Stability

Chinas Central Bank Initiates 800 Billion Yuan Funding Schemes On Friday, the Peoples Bank of China (PBOC) launched two significant funding schemes, injecting up to 800 billion yuan ($112.38 billion) into the stock...

AB Volvo Reports Larger-than-Expected Drop in Q3 Profit Amid Normalizing Truck Demand

AB Volvo Sees Decreased Profit Amid Demand Normalization Swedish truck maker AB Volvo announced a disappointing third-quarter adjusted operating profit of 14.1 billion crowns ($1.34 billion), down from 19.3 billion...

ECB Rate Cuts Spark Traders' Optimism Amid Economic Uncertainty

ECB Rate Cuts: A Historic Move Traders increased their bets on rapid European Central Bank (ECB) rate cuts after the bank announced its first consecutive cuts in 13 years. On Thursday, the ECB lowered its deposit rate...

Politics

Donald Trump Drops Bombshell: ‘Tim Cook Told Me About Apple’s Billions in EU Fines — I Won’t Let Them Get Away with It’

During a recent appearance on the PBD Podcast, former President Donald Trump revealed a candid conversation he had with Apple CEO Tim Cook regarding the tech giants multi-billion-dollar fines imposed by the European Union....

Donald Trump to Be Interviewed by The Undertaker? WWE Legend Set to Grill Trump on His ‘Biggest Battles Yet!’

Former President Donald Trump is set to make an unexpected appearance on WWE legend The Undertakers podcast, as reported by Daily Mail. This unusual pairing has sparked intrigue across social media, as the two iconic...

Donald Trump Says Ukraine War ‘Should Never Have Started,’ Blames Volodymyr Zelensky for Letting It Happen

In a candid discussion during an appearance on the PBD Podcast on October 17, 2024, former President Donald Trump made controversial comments about the Ukraine conflict. Trump directly blamed Ukrainian President Volodymyr...

Donald Trump ROASTS de Blasio: ‘I Don’t Give a Sh*t If This is Comedy—He Was a Terrible Mayor!’

President Donald Trump pulled no punches at a recent event, taking a sharp jab at former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio. Trump, known for his blunt style, delivered a harsh critique of de Blasios tenure, causing...

Donald Trump Shocks Audience: ‘I Thought About Skipping Jokes… Nothing Funny About What’s Happening to America!’

During a speech in New York, former President Donald Trump departed from his usual humorous tone, delivering a somber reflection on the state of the nation. I actually thought about not doing jokes tonight. Theres nothing...

Science

Nicotine Pouches Skyrocket in Popularity as Youth Tobacco Use Hits 25-Year Low — ‘This Is the New Trend,’ Experts Warn

Nicotine pouches have surged in popularity across the U.S., while traditional tobacco use has hit its lowest point in 25 years. Public health experts are now grappling with the implications of this emerging trend, as a...

SpaceX Sues California Coastal Commission, Alleging Political Bias Over Falcon 9 Launch Denials

SpaceX has filed a lawsuit against the California Coastal Commission, accusing the agency of political bias in blocking several Falcon 9 launches from Vandenberg Space Force Base. The lawsuit, filed on October 15, comes...

SpaceX Shares Breathtaking Images of Starship Flight 5 Featuring Reentry and Stage Separation

SpaceX has unveiled stunning new images from its Starship Flight 5 test, capturing key moments like booster recovery, stage separation, and plasma engulfing the upper stage during reentry. These high-definition images,...

China's Scientists Reportedly Crack Major Encryption Algorithms Using D-Wave Quantum Computer

In a groundbreaking development, Chinese researchers have reportedly used a D-Wave quantum computer to crack encryption algorithms once thought unbreakable. The breakthrough raises concerns over the future of digital...

Starlink Services to Remain Free in Hurricane-Affected Areas for the Rest of 2024

Elon Musk announced that Starlink services will remain free in regions affected by Hurricanes Helene and Milton for the remainder of 2024. This decision follows Starlinks critical role in providing communication support...

Technology

Meta Fires Employees for Buying Toothpaste! ‘Forget Lunch, These Perks Have Gone Too Far,’ Company Insiders Reveal

Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has fired several employees for allegedly abusing the companys perks system by purchasing personal items, including toothpaste, instead of meals. The revelation, reported...

Tesla Launches First Superchargers in Chile, Expanding EV Infrastructure Across South America

Tesla has introduced its first Superchargers in Chile, marking a significant expansion of its EV charging network into South America. The initial stations, equipped with V4 250 kW Superchargers, are now operational in...

Meta Lays Off Employees at Instagram, WhatsApp, and Reality Labs Amid Restructuring

Meta has begun laying off employees across Instagram, WhatsApp, and Reality Labs, according to a report by The Verge. While the exact number of job cuts remains unspecified, Metas spokesperson confirmed that these layoffs...

Budget TV Brand Skywell Shocks Europe with Cheap EV Rival to VW and BYD

A budget TV manufacturer is making a surprising leap into Europes EV market with a new cheap electric hatchback set to rival offerings from VW and BYD. Boasting over 300 miles of range and rapid charging, the newcomer aims...

Cybercab Wireless Charging Speed Teased—Tesla Keeps Fans Guessing After 'We, Robot'

Teslas We, Robot event saw Elon Musk teasing the wireless charging speed of the upcoming Cybercab. Without disclosing specifics, the brief reveal has sparked widespread curiosity and discussions among electric vehicle...