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In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Federal Reserve’s Interest Rate Hike
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, discussed the Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest rates for the first time since 2023 with KARE 11 and WCCO Radio. Schipper explained the factors behind the quarter-point increase and what the move could mean for consumers and the…
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In the News: Tyler Schipper on the 2026 On a Stick Index
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economics associate professor at the University of St. Thomas, was featured in media coverage discussing the latest results from the university’s annual On a Stick Index. Each year, Schipper and his students track the cost of attending the Minnesota State Fair, including admission, transportation, rides and popular fair foods, to measure how… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Escalating U.S.-Canada Tariffs
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economics professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KARE 11, WCCO-TV and WCCO Radio about escalating trade tensions between the United States and Canada. Schipper discussed what the dispute could mean for Minnesotans, including higher consumer and energy costs if tariffs and retaliatory measures continue to expand. From KARE 11:… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Minnesota’s Gas Price Spike
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economics professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with MPR News about rising gas prices in Minnesota and why the state is currently above the national average. Schipper pointed to global oil markets and ongoing conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine as major factors driving prices, while also explaining how… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Economic Confidence by Generation
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Marketplace about why younger Americans remain more optimistic about the economy than older generations. Schipper explained how younger workers often view economic uncertainty differently because they have more time to adapt, build skills and benefit from future opportunities. From… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Inflation and Energy Prices
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KCRA about June’s inflation report and the factors that could shape prices in the months ahead. Schipper explained how lower gas prices helped slow inflation but warned that rising energy costs and ongoing global tensions could quickly… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on the Impact of Middle East Tensions
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about how escalating tensions in the Middle East could affect gas prices. Schipper explained how geopolitical uncertainty influences oil markets and why concerns about future supply can lead to higher prices at the pump, even before… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Gouging Gas Prices
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with Newsweek about why gasoline prices do not immediately fall when crude oil prices decline. Schipper offered insight into the economic factors driving fuel prices and what consumers can expect as energy markets continue to stabilize. From the article: “While… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Minnesota Labor Market Shifts
In the NewsTyler Schipper, associate professor of economics and data analytics at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with KSTP about new labor market data showing a mix of encouraging and concerning trends for Minnesota workers. Schipper offered perspective on what the latest figures could mean for job seekers, employers, and the state’s economy in the months… -
In the News: Tyler Schipper on Record Low Consumer Sentiment
In the NewsTyler Schipper, an economics professor at the University of St. Thomas, spoke with WCCO about the sharp decline in U.S. consumer sentiment, which recently reached its lowest level on record. Schipper discussed what the measure reveals about Americans’ outlook on their finances and the economy, as rising costs and economic uncertainty continue to shape consumer…