Economics
Biden’s Swiss Cheese Labor Market
EJ Antoni exposes a labor market filled with part-time roles and decreasing full-time jobs, where native-born Americans face significant decline, defying optimistic employment narr…
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Economics
Macro, money, and the forces reshaping the financial system. The stories behind the headlines.
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Economics
Milton Friedman Debunks Myths on Free Enterprise and Government
In a thought-provoking session, Milton Friedman addresses the complex relationship between free enterprise and government intervention.
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Economics
Yuan in Uncharted Waters: Approaching the Edge of Central Bank Control
The Chinese yuan is teetering on the brink of exceeding its government-imposed trading band, a first in its history, amid global market volatility.
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Economics
U.S. Oil and Gas Rig Count Declines Further as Oil Price Rises
The latest Baker Hughes report reveals a decline in the U.S. oil and gas rig count, amidst rising oil prices.
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Economics
America’s Debt “Death Spiral” Gives Us $1 Trillion Reasons To Act Now
America faces a dire debt crisis, with the federal government borrowing at an annualized rate nearly double the projection, leading to a staggering annual interest expense increase…
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Economics
Fed Admits Losing $114 Billion
The Federal Reserve reports an historic operating loss of $114 billion, the third largest bankruptcy event in U.S. history.
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Economics
U.S. Trade Deficit Widens, Reaching 10-Month High
The U.S. international trade deficit has widened to $68.9 billion, marking the highest level in 10 months due to increased imports and exports.
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Economics
The Great Economic Divide: Is the US Headed for a Surprise Crash?
The US economy exhibits a stark divide between its manufacturing and services sectors, raising questions about its overall health and stability.
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Economics
U.S. Gasoline Prices Hit Six-Month High
The U.S. experiences a significant rise in gasoline prices, hitting a six-month high at $3.58 per gallon, influenced by higher crude oil prices and increased demand.
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Economics
Gas Prices Predicted to Hit $4 a Gallon This Summer
American drivers are likely to face higher gas prices this summer, possibly exceeding $4 per gallon, a trend that may intensify inflationary pressures.
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Economics
The Untold Story of the Bond Market: Economic Signals vs. Mainstream Narratives
US Treasury yield stability challenges mainstream views of surging interest rates, suggesting a more cautious economic outlook.
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Economics
Gold's Record Rally and Economic Implications
Gold's recent rally to all-time highs is a reflection of its perceived role as a financial safe haven amid various global economic uncertainties.
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Economics
How European Banks Are Quietly Fueling a Liquidity Crisis
This analysis delves into the subtle yet significant changes in European banking behavior, highlighting a marked contraction in credit issuance across the board, except for non-ban…
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Economics
U.S. Becomes World's Largest LNG Exporter in 2023
In a significant shift in global energy dynamics, the United States rose to become the leading LNG exporter in 2023, driven by strong European demand and high production capacity.
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Economics
The DRS Mystery
There is a movement to directly register the float of an entire company. But the numbers appear to be stalling- is the DTCC complicit?
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Economics
Philly Fed Reveals Inaccurate Job Numbers: A Discrepancy of 800,000
The Philadelphia Federal Reserve's startling revelation of an 800,000-job discrepancy in reported growth casts doubt on the robust employment narrative.
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Economics
UK Consumers Hit with £7 Billion Gas Bill Amid Energy Crisis
The UK's ongoing energy crisis has resulted in a £7 billion rise in gas bills for consumers, highlighting the financial pressures of maintaining energy capacity.
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Economics
Millennials Trapped in Rent-Debt Cycle
The financial strain faced by millennials in the US is becoming increasingly evident, with many trapped in a rent-debt cycle due to escalating housing costs.
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Economics
Recession Light: US Economy Dips Without Job Cuts
The US economy is experiencing a 'Recession Light,' with decreased economic activity but stable employment levels, defying typical recession patterns.
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