Macro, money, and the forces reshaping the financial system. The stories behind the headlines.
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Discrepancies in rising commodity prices and interest rates cast doubt on the authenticity of the perceived economic recovery, challenging the traditional reflation narrative.
The sharp decline in inflows to the Federal Reserve's reverse repo facility signals shifts in U.S. monetary strategy, influenced by tax deadlines and Treasury debt settlements.
China's banking challenges and slowing loan growth raise serious concerns about the country's economic stability and its potential impact on global growth.
Persistent high inflation in the U.S., marked by a significant annualized increase in the CPI, is complicating the Federal Reserve's policy decisions amid economic and political pr…
Rising consumer price disparities, credit market stress, and cautious banking behaviors challenge the narrative of a 'soft landing' in the current economy.
The recent dramatic rise in gold prices, surpassing 2011 highs, reflects a shift towards secure assets like gold and Bitcoin.
The latest Baker Hughes report shows a continued decline in U.S. drilling rigs, with the total count falling to 617.
The Federal Reserve's pandemic-era policies have dramatically increased wealth inequality, enriching the top 1% to $45 trillion through extensive money printing and financial marke…
March 2023 witnessed the highest wholesale inflation rate in the U.S. in nearly a year, signaling ongoing economic pressures.
China's declining CPI and PPI have heightened global concerns about deflationary trends and their impact on the world economy.
The end of 2023 saw record U.S. credit card delinquencies, signaling mounting financial pressures on consumers amid high inflation and escalating costs.
California's gasoline prices have soared to $5.39 per gallon, significantly surpassing the national average.
OPEC's March 2023 report shows a slight increase in oil production, led by Iran and Saudi Arabia, amid varied changes across member countries.
Fitch's revision of China's credit outlook to Negative reflects mounting fiscal concerns amid its shift to a new economic model and escalating public finance risks.
Japan's historic shift to welcome a significant number of foreign workers, amidst public resistance, represents a major departure from its traditionally restrictive immigration pol…
The March 2024 CPI data disrupts the inflation narrative, indicating a surprising rise amid a broader trend of fluctuating perceptions and ongoing disinflation.
The MBAs are putting people in harm's way.
The Biden administration's freeze on LNG exports creates a dilemma for global energy security, especially for Asian nations transitioning from coal to natural gas.
The acceleration of U.S. inflation in March challenges the Fed's purported plans for imminent rate cuts.
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