From the Cover
Scalping Scalpers — or Consumers?
The proposed BOSS Act threatens the consumer-friendly evolution of secondary ticket markets. PDFAre Payday Lending Markets Competitive?
Despite their claims, credit unions seem unable to offer competitive payday loans. PDFFacebook, the Jobs Act, and Abolishing IPOs
A two-tier market system would go a long way toward promoting capital formation and curtailing speculation. PDFWhat Happens When Local Phone Service Is Deregulated?
Early returns suggest liberalization benefits consumers just as long distance deregulation did. PDF
Features
Economic Theory
Producing Public Goods Privately
The Appalachian Mountain Club shows that government is not the only means to address market failure. PDF
Telecommunications & Technology
A Clash of Regulatory Paradigms
When should policymakers promote competition, and when should they accept and regulate monopoly? PDF
