Economics with Mani

Covering the entire globe, I try to explain economics in an engaging manner.

15 - Inflation and Unemployment: Frenemies?

With inflation soaring and the central bank raising interest rates, many are wondering about the relationship between unemployment and inflation. I explain the original Phillips curve and how it was debunked in the 70's. Finally, I explain what the new Phillips curve says. Full video: https://youtu.be/RNPyrIsgCdg #phillipscurve #unemploymentandinflation More videos: When was US inflation LAST this HIGH? - https://youtu.be/kxFes-Hil7c The Inflation Reductio...

10-28
03:00

14 - Why is Wage Growth So SLOW?

Over the past few decades wage growth has been very slow. I explain why this is an issue given how inflation is soaring. I give two potential explanations: decentralised labour markets (enterprise bargaining) and slow productivity growth. Full video: https://youtu.be/_JkShN7ZeCY More videos: When was US inflation LAST this HIGH? - https://youtu.be/kxFes-Hil7c The Inflation Reduction Act - https://youtu.be/_y9VVm8Ee3s Social: Facebook: https://ww...

10-21
03:54

13 - The Inflation Reduction Act: What Does it Even Do?

The inflation reduction act was recently signed. But behind the confusing name and the range of different policies included, it can be difficult to figure out exactly what the impact of this bill will be. I give a simplified explanation of what this bill is about. How it won't really affect inflation, and how it's mainly a climate change bill. Finally I explain how this bill will be paid for: via additional taxes on firms and a big budget upgrade for the IRS. Full video: https://youtu.b...

10-14
04:46

12 - When Was US Inflation Last This High?

With inflation so high, many are drawing comparisons to the huge inflation we saw in the 1970's. In this video I explain what led up to the "great inflation" of the 1970s as well as what makes the situation back then different from today. Time stamps 00:00 | Preview 00:19 | Memory refresher 00:33 | Misconceptions 00:51 | Factors Leading to 70's Inflation 01:57 | Difference 1 - Stagflation 02:41 | Difference 2 - Market flexibility 03:28 | ...

10-07
04:55

11 - Why Construction Costs are NOT Going DOWN!

With construction costs going through the roof, many want to believe that they will go down soon. In this video I discuss the inflationary pressures driving costs up in the construction industry from labour shortages to shipping delays. Finally, I explain why construction costs are likely to continue rising although at a slower pace for the coming years. Time stamps 00:00 | Preview 00:31 | Context 00:44 | Labour shortage 01:25 | Material shortages 01:51 | ...

09-30
03:41

10 - Property Development - 4 Steps That You NEED to Know!

At the most fundamental level, property development can be broken down into four distinct areas. Failure to manage any one of these 4 areas can limit the probability of turning a profit as a property developer. In this video I explain how financing is only 1 of the 4 steps required to be a successful property developer. Time stamps 0:00 Intro 0:10 1)Purchasing site 01:01 2)Financing 01:50) 3)Construction 02:44 4)Selling ...

09-23
03:26

9 - Adelaide's Property Market is on the Rise! - An Overview

Adelaide's property market continues its upward trajectory in spite of rising interest rates. I’ll give an overview of the Adelaide property market, explain past and projected performance, and finally explain the factors at play currently. Time stamps 0:00 Intro 0:24 Median price 0:46 Performance 1:20 Demand factors 2:13 Supply factors 2:51 Bloopers More videos: Brisbane's Sizzling Property Market - https://youtu.be/sSfukeDU...

09-16
03:12

8 - Brisbane's Property Market Continues to Hold on Despite Rising Interest Rates - Here's Why

Brisbane is currently one of the top performing property markets in Australia. I’ll give an overview of the Brisbane property market, explain past and projected performance, and finally explain the factors at play currently. Time stamps 0:00 Intro 0:19 Median price 0:38 Performance 1:11 Demand factors 1:42 Supply factors 2:02 Other key indicators #brisbane_property_market #brisbane_realestate #australian_property #houseprice #brisbane_au...

09-09
02:44

7 - Melbourne's Property Market is in Trouble! - Here's Why

Melbourne is one of the most expensive real-estate markets in the world. I’ll explain the basics of how Melbourne real-estate prices vary across the city, past and projected performance, and finally the factors at play currently. Time stamps 0:00 Intro 0:19 Median house price 0:31 Areas 0:59 Performance 1:14 Factors More Videos: Why Interest Rates Must Rise - https://youtu.be/QqSHo8q-idI ...

09-02
02:13

6 - Is a Housing Market CRASH Coming? The Impact of Interest Rate Rises

Interest rates are finally being lifted in 11 years, how will this impact the market? I look at 3 ways it might hurt the market and 3 other factors which may offset this. Time stamps 0:00 Intro 0:15 Current Situation 0:41 Negative impact of interest rate rise 1:28 Other factors 2:19 Forecast More Videos: Why Interest Rates Must Rise - https://youtu.be/QqSHo8q-idI Gangnam's Insane Evoluti...

08-26
02:43

5 - The Simple Reason Why Interest Rates MUST Rise - Economy is Improving!

With inflation rates surging across the world, interest rates must rise. Time stamps 0:00 Intro 0:13 Central bank's aim 0:29 Inflation surge 0:46 Factors behind inflation 1:10 Factors against rate rise 1:35 Prediction More Videos: Hong Kong's Real-estate Market Explained - https://youtu.be/KGjzo7hUKk0 Gangnam's Evolution Explained - https://youtu.be/kpCjq49hCyU Social: Facebook: https:...

08-19
02:06

4 - City Liveability Rankings Explained

I explore: 1)what liveability rankings are 2)why they are made 3)why some cities top the rankings while other's don't 4)and why liveability rankings may not give us the full picture Video Version: https://youtu.be/Q0BVg90TTG8

06-04
05:04

3 - Why Urban Sprawl is Dangerous

I explore: 1)what urban sprawl is 2)why it occurs 3)the consequences 4)and the alternatives Video Version: https://youtu.be/c0RPgksiocI

05-21
12:34

2 - Hong Kong's Realestate Market 2022 - Explained

Hong Kong is the 2nd most expensive real-estate market in the entire world, falling short only of Monaco. In this video I provide: 1)An overview of Hong Kong's real-estate market (key stats) 2)A look at past performance and projected future performance 3)An explanation of the key demand and supply factors at play Video version: https://youtu.be/KGjzo7hUKk0

05-14
07:13

1 - Gangnam's 8400% Rise Explained

Gangnam apartments have risen in value by approximately 80 fold over the last 40 years. Outside of Gangnam, Seoul apartments have only risen by 6 fold over the same period. In this video I explain: 1)Where Gangnam is 2)What it's about 3)HOW it became the way it is today Video Version Link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5uwXTKCX3NQj1uqjqQ7Jag

05-06
07:00

55 [BONUS] - Brief History of Melbourne (Australia)

This episode will be overviewing the history of Melbourne in a brief format. This episode is a part of the History of Great Cities Series.

05-01
08:12

54 [BONUS] - Brief History of Osaka (Japan)

This episode will be overviewing the history of Osaka (Japan) in a brief format. This episode is a part of the History of Great Cities Series.

04-28
06:50

53 [BONUS] - Brief History of Shenzhen

This episode will be overviewing the history of Shenzhen in a brief format. This episode is a part of the History of Great Cities Series.

04-14
07:23

52 [BONUS] - Brief History of Lisbon

This episode will be overviewing the history of Lisbon in a brief format. This episode is a part of the History of Great Cities Series.

03-17
09:31

51 [BONUS] - Brief History of San Francisco

This episode will be overviewing the history of San Francisco in a brief format. This episode is a part of the History of Great Cities Series. This series will be followed by more real estate centred episodes (approximately episode 6 onwards).

03-10
10:26

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