Jonathan Levin

Jonathan Levin is an economist and professor at Stanford University, where he previously served as the dean of the business school. He was appointed as the university's president in August 2024, following the resignation of former president Marc Tessier-Lavigne. Levin's primary research interests include labor economics, game theory, and industrial organization. His work has been published in numerous academic journals and he has received several awards for his contributions to the field.

Biography:  https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-04/stanford-names-economist-jonathan-levin-as-president

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The Daily's Verdict

This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

76%

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  • The author has a tendency to present both sides of an argument without clearly favoring one.
  • The author occasionally uses biased language, such as using loaded words or making assumptions.

Conflicts of Interest

62%

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  • The author has not disclosed any potential conflicts of interest.

Contradictions

78%

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  • The author often presents conflicting signals or data within the same article.
  • The author sometimes presents outdated or inaccurate information without correcting it.

Deceptions

75%

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  • The author has been known to twist facts or statistics to support their argument.
  • The author occasionally uses deceptive practices such as misleading phrasing or omitting important context.

Recent Articles

Strong Job Growth of 272,000 in May 2024: A Robust Labor Market or Inflationary Pressure?

Strong Job Growth of 272,000 in May 2024: A Robust Labor Market or Inflationary Pressure?

Broke On: Friday, 07 June 2024 In May 2024, the US economy added a surprising 272,000 jobs, exceeding expectations and marking a significant increase from the previous average. The service sector drove most of the growth with gains in health care and social assistance and professional services. However, conflicting signals emerged from labor market data with an increase in unemployment rate to 4.1%. Average hourly earnings rose by 0.4%, but could contribute to inflationary pressures and impact Fed interest rate decisions.
SP500 Rallies Towards New All-Time Highs Amid Easing Fed Bias and Strong Corporate Performance

SP500 Rallies Towards New All-Time Highs Amid Easing Fed Bias and Strong Corporate Performance

Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024 The S&P 500 rebounded from a significant decline due to inflation concerns and potential interest rate hikes, with the Fed indicating an easing bias in 2024. The index saw its best weekly gain of the year, ending three consecutive weeks of losses. Despite recent volatility and higher yields, companies reported strong earnings and revenue in Q1 2024. Inflation remains a concern but has shown signs of moderation.
Warren Buffett's First Shareholder Letter Since Charlie Munger's Death: A Tribute and Lesson in Patience

Warren Buffett's First Shareholder Letter Since Charlie Munger's Death: A Tribute and Lesson in Patience

Broke On: Sunday, 25 February 2024 Warren Buffett, CEO of Berkshire Hathaway, pays tribute to his partner Charlie Munger in his first shareholder letter since Munger's death. He acknowledges that it was better to buy wonderful businesses at fair prices rather than growth-driven approaches for 15 years. Underperforming managers have been quick to call out something must be amiss, but Buffett reminds readers that a triumph of growth and momentum has led some underperforming managers to lash out.
S&P 500 Reaches New Record High on Tech Stocks and Rate Cut Expectations

S&P 500 Reaches New Record High on Tech Stocks and Rate Cut Expectations

Broke On: Friday, 19 January 2024 The stock market reached a new record high on Friday, driven by surging tech stocks and expectations of Fed rate cuts this year. The S&P 500 index closed at an all-time high, with the information technology sector leading gains. Investors are optimistic that the central bank will balance inflation without causing a recession, as Treasury yields spiked to their highest level since mid-December. The Fed projected three rate cuts in 2024 and signaled it might be done raising rates if inflation falls further.