Deciphering the U.S. Economy's Post-Pandemic StrengthOver the last four years, the U.S. economy has experienced a rollercoaster of events, starting with a devastating pandemic that led to a financial market crash and economic downturn. This was followed by a period of spiraling inflation and rapidly increasing interest rates that put significant pressure on households and industries alike. Surprisingly, the economy […] READ MORE Argentina Eyes Economic Stability Through Dollarization: A Comparative AnalysisArgentina’s President Javier Milei has reignited discussions about adopting the U.S. dollar to reignite the Argentina economy, mirroring the monetary strategy of Panama, Ecuador, and El Salvador. This significant shift aims to stabilize Argentina’s economy by potentially curbing inflation and fostering economic stability, leveraging the precedent set by these countries. Through this proposed change, Argentina […] READ MORE Gold Clings to Stability Amid High Interest Rate FearsGold prices have remained relatively stable in recent trading sessions, dropping below $2,000/oz briefly, before climbing back above $2,030/oz. Despite a U.S. market holiday contributing to limited trading cues, gold has shown resilience, bouncing back from a two-month low to hover around the $2,000 to $2,050 an ounce mark through much of 2024. This stability […] READ MORE The Scene of THE CRIMEMike calls it the greatest theft in human history. READ MORE Inflation, Growth, and Labor Data Heat Up, But Wall Street Stays SkepticalDespite economic data indicating that the U.S. economy might be improving, with indicators like inflation, economic growth, and labor market strength showing higher-than-expected figures, Wall Street is responding with a dose of skepticism. Economists are tempering reactions to these reports, suggesting that the apparent surge in numbers could be attributed to seasonal adjustments and unique […] READ MORE Inflation No Match for Casino Wins: U.S. Gaming Industry Sees Historic Highs in 2023U.S. commercial casinos hit a jackpot in 2023, raking in $66.5 billion from gamblers, the industry’s most lucrative year to date. This figure represents a significant 10% increase over the previous record set in 2022, an impressive feat considering the economic challenges of the time, including persistent inflation affecting everyday costs like groceries and energy. […] READ MORE Cash's Comeback: Investors and Corporates Bet Big Despite Rate Cut DelaysDespite predictions of its demise earlier this year, cash remains a powerhouse in the financial landscape. As the Federal Reserve postpones interest rate cuts, a robust influx of investment is evident in money-market funds, with investors adding a staggering $128 billion since the year’s start. Corporate treasurers are also on a cash accumulation spree, holding […] READ MORE Fed's Latest Stress Test Scenarios: Banks Brace for Hypothetical Global RecessionThe Federal Reserve Board has unveiled the hypothetical scenarios for its annual stress test, a critical evaluation aimed at ensuring the resilience of large banks in the face of severe recessions. This year, for the first time, the Board has introduced four additional hypothetical elements in its “exploratory analysis” to assess various risk factors, although […] READ MORE Fed's Bostic Warns: No Quick Path to Interest Rate CutsFederal Reserve Bank of Atlanta President Raphael Bostic has signaled a cautious stance on the prospect of cutting interest rates in the near future. His comments come amid speculation and market expectations of a potential rate cut by the Fed, particularly in light of the central bank’s upcoming policy meeting in March. The Fed’s deliberate […] READ MORE « Previous 1 … 33 34 35 36 37 … 62 Next »
