American Economic Review this month retracted a paper that concluded that tax increases on French dividends also increased firms’ investment. The retraction note says the authors didn’t tell editors ...

The most important part of an economics paper is showing understanding of the issues. Demonstrate that you understand basic economic principles (inflation, deflation, etc.). Clarity is paramount. Stay ...

A great economics paper does two things. It takes on a big question, and it finds a smart way to answer that question. But some papers go even further. The very best papers have the power to change ...

An economics paper published last month on religious service attendance trends in 66 countries concluded that the implementation of reforms associated with the Second Vatican Council likely ...