December 14, 2023
The Hidden Truth Behind the High Cost of Eyeglasses
Luxottica controls 40% of eyewear, owning brands, 9,000 retail stores, and insurers, while frames costing $4 to make sel
November 7, 2023
The Hidden Costs of Your Dream Mattress: The Economics of Sleep
Materials and distribution drive high mattress prices as direct-to-consumer brands like Casper and Purple disrupt legacy
October 31, 2023
Made in China: Unpacking Global Manufacturing Complexity
Why Made in China goods often cost more in China and why the country stays a manufacturing hub despite rising labor cost
October 16, 2023
The Economics Behind Smartphone Pricing: A Deep Dive
Why do similar smartphones range from cheap to costly? Proprietary chips from Apple, Samsung, and Huawei break the usual
October 9, 2023
Why Netflix Is Struggling to Win Over India
Netflix trails in India where Hotstar holds 70% of the market with $3 plans and free cricket, far cheaper than Netflix's
September 29, 2023
How Automakers Cash In on Multiple Car Versions
Automakers spin one platform into up to 15 versions, like the Dodge Challenger from $27,000 to a $71,000 Hellcat, to bro