What is the real interest rate? What does it mean? What were market returns like when real rates were positive, negative?

The real interest rate is an essential concept in finance that measures the inflation-adjusted return on an investment. It is the nominal interest rate minus the rate of inflation. For example, if…


Are Democrats or Republicans Better for the Economy?

One significant difference between Democrats and Republicans that is commonly recognized is their view on economic policies and related issues.  Democrats often support government regulation in the…