Big Mac index
Coverage of Big Mac index in the Nexus archive.
- The Big Mac index turns 40
The Big Mac index has reached its 40th anniversary. The article is featured in the latest issue of The Economist.
- Beefing with the Big Mac Index
The Big Mac Index, based on McDonald's signature burger, is discussed in the context of economic lessons, though the article clarifies it does not pertain to purchasing power parity.
- The Big Mac Index turns 40. Here’s why it’s still relevant.
The Big Mac Index celebrates its 40th anniversary and remains relevant as burgers are cheaper in Asia, where the U.S. president has accused countries of currency manipulation.
- What the Big Mac index reveals about a global currency beef
The Big Mac index reveals insights into global currency issues and highlights economic problems while offering potential solutions.
- Despite 40 years of our Big Mac index, currencies are still mispriced
The article discusses how currencies remain mispriced despite 40 years of the Big Mac index, suggesting that three McDonald’s trips offer a simpler alternative to understanding exchange-rate theory.