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Department of Economics News

The Department of Economics prepares students to be economist who allocate scarce resources to meet unlimited wants. By blending theory and applied quantitative and analytical skills, our graduates acquire essential skills for pursing jobs in businesses, financial firms, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. We also offer advanced degrees in business, economics, law, public administration, and other social services.

Current Economics News

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Campus News |

A collection of colorful headlines featuring UNLV staff and students.

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The students and faculty of UNLV are springing into headlines around the country.

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People |

Economics professor examines Las Vegas real estate and how environmental economics and market insights shape sustainable, resilient communities.

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Business and Community |

UNLV study explores what U.S. hosts can learn from the pricing strategies used in European markets.

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The rosiest headlines and highlights featuring the students and faculty of UNLV.

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Headlines and highlights featuring the students and faculty of UNLV.

Economics In The News

KTNV-TV: ABC 13

Southern Nevada's economy depends on tourism, but rising tariffs could squeeze the industry that fuels our region. Now, a local economic expert warns the biggest impact could fall on the workers and families who call Southern Nevada home.

KSNV-TV: News 3

After a rollercoaster day on Wall Street - tonight President Trump is doubling down and threatening even bigger tariffs on imports from China if the country does not revoke its retaliatory tariffs on American products sold there against the U.S and with the cost of consumer goods on the verge of several price hikes, shoppers all over the U.S. may soon have to dig deeper into their wallets.

KSNV-TV: News 3

Stock markets in the U.S. and around the world have taken deep plunges in response to the White House tariffs announced last week. Nicholas Irwin, an associate professor with UNLV's Department of Economics, joined us to break down everything and what it means moving forward.

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Moving is stressful, but so is living on-site during a remodel. If you’re ready to upgrade your living space but hesitant about today’s sky-high home prices and mortgage rates, you’re likely stuck with a big decision: Should you buy a new place or improve the one you have?

KSNV-TV: News 3

Wednesday marks President Donald Trump's so-called "Liberation Day," when reciprocal tariffs will take effect for imported goods. Dr. Stephen Miller, research director for the Center for Business and Economic Research at UNLV, joined us to talk more about how tariffs could affect people living in Las Vegas.

KLAS-TV: 8 News Now

Las Vegas may be the sports and entertainment capital of the world. Still, experts and entrepreneurs believe a diverse economy is essential for the region’s future.

Economics Experts

An expert in real estate valuation and appraisal.
An economics professor specializing in real estate, as well as urban, health, and environmental issues. 
An accomplished economist, professor, and administrator in the fields of business and economic research.
A business professor with expertise on the digital economy, ridesharing, homesharing, and pricing strategies.
An expert in housing, environmental, and urban issues.
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Recent Economics Accomplishments

Isabelle Graham (Economics; Brookings Mountain West; The Lincy Institute) and Zachary Billot (Political Science ’24) will represent Nevada and California respectively at the 2025 Western Governors' Leadership Institute (WGLI) Annual Meeting. The WGLI is a prestigious program developed by the Western Governors' Association to…
Stephen Miller (Economics; Center for Business and Economic Research) had his paper, "Does Debt  Management Matter for  REIT Returns?", with co-authors Zhilan Feng, Clarkson University, and Dogan Tirtiroglu, Ryerson University appear as the lead article in the Journal of Real Estate Finance and Economics, January 2025. Asset and debt…
Alyx Phillips from Three Square Food Bank and Environmental and Occupational Health alum, Courtney Coughenour, Sheila Janofsky (both Environmental and Occupational Health), Ian McDonough (Economics), Jason Flatt (Social and Behavioral Health), Samantha John (Brain Health), and Lisa Segler from Three Square Food Bank presented a talk, "…
Stephen M. Miller (Economics and Center for Business and Economic Research) and Yevgeniy Teryoshin (Economics) had a paper published by Economics Letters titled "Income Inequality and Monetary Policy Regimes.” This paper reconsiders the possible effects of monetary policy on income inequality to determine whether monetary policy can indirectly…
Nicholas B. Irwin (Economics) has been appointed as the Research Director at UNLV’s Lied Center for Real Estate. In this role, Irwin will expand the Center’s research program in both the academic and policy arenas. He will also work with Shawn J. McCoy, Lied Center Director, to further enhance Lied’s strong reputation in the state and local…
Jennifer Vanderlaan (Nursing), Jay Shen (Public Health), and Ian K. McDonough (Economics) published their article, "Validation of a measure of hospital maternal level of care for the United States."