University of Wisconsin–Madison

Year: 2024

Retrospection and Prospects of China’s International Trade

Online Journal | Ruoyu Men | January 2024 Introduction The realm of international trade has always been dynamic and evolving, but the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic has introduced unprecedented challenges and transformations, particularly for major global players like China. This article aims to delve into the intricate evolution and development of China’s international trade, …

What Exactly Affects Land Prices in Beijing

Online Journal | Yemao Jia and Ruoyu Men | January 2024 Abstract This study examines the factors influencing land transaction prices in Beijing from 2018 to the present, using data from the GIS Pro online database. Focusing on variables like Total Gross Floor Space, Floor Area Ratio, Land Area, and Distance from Tiananmen Square, we …

The Efficacy of Taxation in Mitigating Market Failure in the UK Gambling Industry

Online Journal | Xuexuan Wang | January 2024 Abstract This essay delves into the intricate tapestry of the UK gambling industry, unraveling its dimensions from the definition and addictive nature of gambling to the structural dynamics and market failures it manifests. Drawing on insights from reputable sources, this exploration scrutinizes the historical trajectory of gambling, …

Interview with Prof. Fran Flanagan

Online Journal | Genevieve Goetz | January 2024 What made you initially interested in studying economics? “Well, I was an undergraduate at Wash U in St. Louis and I started studying physics. But I quickly realized that that wasn’t really human-related enough for me. And so I wasn’t really sure what I was gonna do, …

Interview with Dr. Katy Milkman

Online Journal | Aaron Mathew | January 2024 Dr. Katy Milkman is the James G. Dinan Professor at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and the co-director of the Behavioral Change for Good Initiative alongside Dr. Angela Duckworth. Her research interests span behavioral economics, psychology, and research methodology, which she explores in her …