ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

If you haven’t studied economics or finance, you might think you don’t have the time or ability to understand these subjects. The good news is that you don’t need a PhD from the London School of Economics to learn what you need to stay informed—and to be able to spot misinformation when you see it. You just need to be exposed to some of the books and articles that translate sound economic thinking for the ordinary person.

For simple financial literacy—for example, how to maintain a budget, how to use credit cards responsibly, and how to avoid a debt trap—there are too many resources to list here. To get started, especially for young people, check out the online MoneySKILL course sponsored by the American Financial Services ...

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