This course is about learning how to understand and apply economic and investment research to real financial decisions. You’ll explore the forces shaping today’s economy—like technology disruption, demographic shifts, climate change, deglobalization, and the rise of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). The course teaches how to read and interpret economic indicators (interest rates, inflation, employment data, housing markets, and trade balances) and how to use this knowledge in decisions around investing, housing, careers, and business.

Why it’s important: Economic forces affect everything from your mortgage payments to your grocery bills, yet most people ignore them or only see headlines that don’t help. By building economic literacy, you gain the ability to see patterns, anticipate risks, and make smarter financial choices. This knowledge gives you perspective beyond the noise, helping you plan for the future with clarity and confidence.