Department of Economics

Netflix-Warner Bros is a marriage made in competition heaven

By Thomas HazlettFeb. 4, 2026 In his most recent article in Barron’s, Professor Tom Hazlett argues that antitrust regulators should approve Netflix’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, contending that fears of excessive market consolidation are overstated. While critics point to Netflix’s growing scale, Hazlett notes that the streaming market is highly competitive, with rivals such as […]

Two Ph.D. students published

Two Clemson University Ph.D. students, Sebastian Anastasia and Vitor Melo, have recently published their research in the European Journal of Political Economy. Their article, titled “Short-term rental bans and the hotel industry: Evidence from New York City,” investigates the economic and political dynamics behind New York City’s decision to restrict short-term rentals such as those […]

Give Day – April 10, 2025: A Decade of Impact

Give Day is a special occasion for the Clemson Family around the world to unite and support the future of our students and upcoming Tigers. This year marks the 10th anniversary of Clemson’s Give Day, an opportunity to contribute to meaningful programs that shape the University’s future. We invite you to consider donating to the […]

What Is Gross Domestic Product (GDP)?

Gross domestic product is explained and its importance highlighted by Scott Baier, acting associate dean for research and economics professor, in The Motley Fool.

What Is Economics? Fundamentals & Significance

Scott Baier, acting associate dean for research and economics professor, discusses the fundamentals of economics, including branches and key concepts in The Motley Fool.