From the Cover
Communication by Other Means
Can stock analysts' conflicts of interest benefit investors?
A Superfluous Petroleum Reserve
How should the SPR be used, and what benefits does it provide?
The Thirty Years War
RegNMS is only the latest development in the ongoing battle over securities market structure.
The Political Economy of Mercury Regulation
The history of the new mercury rule offers important insights into improving environmental policymaking.
Features
The Myths of Owens Valley
Los Angeles's "theft" offers positive lessons for water markets.
An Uncertain Diagnosis
Research used to criticize drug marketing also supports the claim that marketing benefits patients.
Advertising, Alcohol, and Youth
Is the alcoholic beverage industry targeting minors with magazine ads?
From Orders to Markets
Who should decide what is "best execution"?