Economics
Media: Gen Z is Doomed
Gen Z faces escalating debt and financial instability, worsened by economic challenges like inflation and rising housing costs.
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Economics
Macro, money, and the forces reshaping the financial system. The stories behind the headlines.
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Economics
CPI Unveils a Startling Economic Slowdown
Recent CPI data indicates a surprising economic slowdown, highlighted by disinflation and weakening consumer spending.
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Economics
U.S. Household Debt Hits Record $17.69 Trillion Amid Rising Delinquency Rates
In Q1 2024, U.S. household debt reached a record $17.69 trillion, accompanied by rising delinquency rates and growing financial strain among consumers.
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Economics
European Market at Risk Following US Tariff Hike on Chinese Goods
Following U.S. tariffs on Chinese goods, European officials are urgently strategizing to protect local markets from potential overflow and escalating trade tensions.
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Economics
Biden’s Giveaway to His Donors Is SALT in the Wound
President Biden's plan to lift the $10,000 SALT deduction cap could significantly reduce taxes for high-income donors in Democrat-led high-tax states.
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Economics
U.S. Inflation Eases in April, Though Shelter and Gasoline Prices Persist
April's U.S. inflation dipped to 3.4% despite rising shelter and gasoline costs, impacting potential Federal Reserve actions.
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Economics
Inflation Intensifies with Sharp Increase in PPI
April's PPI surged to 6.2%, signaling escalating inflation and raising concerns of stagflation amid economic slowdown and increased government spending.
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Economics
Indeed Signals Troubling Outlook for U.S. Job Market
Indeed's layoffs and the decline in consumer confidence signal deepening challenges in the U.S. labor market and broader economic instability.
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Economics
Producer Prices Climb in April, Inflation Persists
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a significant rise in April's Producer Price Index, surpassing expectations and reinforcing concerns about persistent inflation.
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Economics
Fed Chair Powell Snubs Inflation Fears, Refuses Rate Hikes
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell stated that the central bank is unlikely to raise interest rates despite ongoing inflation concerns.
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Economics
Biden Administration Quadruples Tariffs on Chinese EVs
The Biden will quadruple tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles to 100%, alongside increased tariffs on other Chinese goods like steel, aluminum, and lithium-ion batteries.
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Economics
Corporate Media Celebrates as Recession Looms
The Wall Street Journal's upbeat view on recession contrasts starkly with the grim realities most Americans face, exposing a significant disconnect between Wall Street and Main Str…
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Economics
Freddie Mac's New 'Mortgage Reform' Could Spell Disaster
Freddie Mac's proposed $3 trillion home equity loan program could risk a repeat of the 2008 financial crisis by heavily indebting consumers and destabilizing the economy.
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Economics
Credit Crunch Cripples China's Economy
China's economy is grappling with a severe credit contraction prompting government measures and raising global economic concerns.
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Economics
$7.5 Billion Federal Investment Nets Just Seven EV Charging Stations Nationwide
A $7.5 billion federal investment intended to expand the U.S. EV charging network has only produced seven charging stations nationwide as a result of stringent regulations.
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Economics
NY Fed Survey Signals Alarming Rise in Inflation and Home Price Expectations
The NY Fed survey reveals Americans anticipate rising inflation and home prices, with growing concerns about job security and financial stability.
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Economics
Yellen Anticipates Chinese Retaliation to New U.S. Tariffs on Key Sectors
Janet Yellen predicts China might retaliate against new U.S. tariffs aimed at strategic sectors, highlighting tensions in U.S.-China economic relations.
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Economics
The Hidden Unemployment Crisis in America
Up to 7 million Americans may be unaccounted for in official unemployment figures, suggesting a much higher rate than reported.
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Economics
California Tops U.S. in Job Losses
California leads U.S. job losses, with significant cuts in the tech sector driving up unemployment and worsening a severe budget deficit.
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Economics
Turning Swords Into Inflation: Let’s Not Forget Where That $95 Billion for Ukraine Comes From
Printing money out of thin air.
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