Macro, money, and the forces reshaping the financial system. The stories behind the headlines.
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The 2024 budget agreement, hailed by Democrats as a significant triumph, raises questions about the necessity of a Republican majority when budgetary concessions are so easily give…
In a striking revelation that has economic experts and policymakers alike concerned, the Federal Reserve has reported a staggering operating loss of $114 billion for the year—an un…
The course "Principles of Economics" offers a comprehensive exploration of economics from an Austrian perspective, which centers on the concept of human action.
The interplay between global asset prices and liquidity is a critical area of focus for investors and policymakers alike. Understanding the dynamics that drive these financial vari…
Former SEC Chair Jay Clayton discusses the inevitability of a Bitcoin ETF, the SEC's recent cybersecurity incident, and the future of Bitcoin's regulation, emphasizing improved mar…
Nearly 40% of American companies are gearing up for massive layoffs and hiring freezes, with many turning to AI as a recession looms. Tech giants lead the job cuts, while construct…
Despite the addition of 216,000 jobs in December, surpassing forecasts and maintaining an unchanged unemployment rate at 3.7%, deeper analysis suggests economic frailties and stati…
The implications of this ballooning debt are dire. During the 2008 financial crisis, the national debt was a third of its current size, with the government incurring over $1 billio…
The field of economics encompasses the study of how individuals, businesses, and governments make decisions regarding the allocation of resources. A comprehensive guide to understa…
A policy pivot, defined as the transition from raising interest rates to lower them, coupled with the injection of liquidity into the economy through quantitative easing, has spark…
Since President Joe Biden's inauguration in January 2021, coinciding with the inflation spike, American households now require an additional $11,434 per year to maintain their pre-…
In an alarming report by the Committee to Unleash Prosperity, it has been revealed that the average American's retirement savings have been significantly eroded, with nearly a quar…
When you take away the ability to print money, very positive economic forces take hold in the opposite direction. Any amount of money is enough because what’s “enough” is what stor…
In an era marked by economic uncertainty, the American consumer has increasingly turned to an alternative payment method that is raising concerns among financial experts: Buy Now,…
As the U.S. braces for an influx of new welfare cases from the southern border and struggles with existing social challenges, the nation may face inflated consumer spending figures…
Historically, America held a positive net international investment position until the dissolution of the gold standard under President Nixon's administration. Now, the nation faces…
In a dramatic pivot, central banks worldwide are following the Federal Reserve's lead in shifting from rate hikes to anticipated rate cuts, a move that has taken financial analysts…
In a stark warning that resonates through the corridors of global finance, Yale economist Bob Schiller has projected a dire future for the US dollar, should plans to transfer $300…
As productivity enhances due to technological and process improvements, the relative price of goods decreases, indicating that these goods have become easier to produce.
As this housing saga continues to unfold, the dream of homeownership slips further away for many, leaving us to wonder: will the narrative change, or is the American dream irrevoca…
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