Journal Article
Same Target, Different Economies: A Cross-Country Analysis of Inflation
Bennett, Julie; Chien, YiLi (2020-03-05)
Though some countries adopt a common inflation target, nations often have different patterns of inflation.
The Regional Economist , Volume 28 , Issue 1

Journal Article
The Value of $600 Across States Hit Hardest by COVID-19
Bennett, Julie; Chien, YiLi (2020-04-28)
The CARES act provides an extra $600 per week in unemployment benefits, but the purchasing power of those dollars varies across states, raising the question of whether the equal distribution of $600 across states is an equitable distribution.
Economic Synopses , Issue 26

Blog
COVID-19: What Do FREDcast Users Think about Economic Growth?
Shell, Hannah; Owyang, Michael T.; Bennett, Julie (2020-03-20)
Professional forecasts abound, but what does the general public think will happen with the economy?
On the Economy

Blog
More Households Face Food Scarcity during COVID-19
Chien, YiLi; Bennett, Julie (2020-06-18)
More U.S. households are reporting that they sometimes or often do not have enough food, according to a new Census survey.
On the Economy

Journal Article
The Wage Bills of COVID-19
Bennett, Julie; Chien, YiLi (2020-04-14)
The largest potential wage loss comes from the health care and social assistance industry.
Economic Synopses , Issue 18

Journal Article
Decomposing the Low PCE Inflation Rate
Bennett, Julie; Chien, YiLi (2019-10-18)
The current low PCE inflation rate can largely be attributed to energy, health care, and housing.
Economic Synopses , Issue 24

Blog
Why the Same Inflation Target May Not Fit All Countries
Chien, YiLi; Bennett, Julie (2020-08-27)
The central banks of many advanced economies have adopted an inflation target at around 2%. But should they use the same target?
On the Economy

Journal Article
Will Workers Want To Be Laid Off?
Bennett, Julie; Chien, YiLi (2020-04-18)
The short-term income benefits from expanded unemployment insurance are unlikely to outweigh the long-term benefits of working.
Economic Synopses , Issue 22