Macroeconomics

Economics

Election Day is a Major Distraction. The Economy Will Feel the Hit.

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Distractions from Election Day mania are expected to be so extreme, it may cost the American economy billions of dollars per hour.

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Economics

The Biggest Risk to a Soft Landing Might Just Be Jerome Powell

Nearly 40% of 32 economists cited a “monetary policy mistake” as the “greatest downside risk to the U.S. economy over the next 12 months.”

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International Economics

Rate Cuts Are Making an Impact, OECD Says

The OECD upgraded its outlook for global economic growth, noting slowing inflation, central bank rate cuts, and falling energy prices.

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Markets

Coffee and Chocolate Are the Reigning Commodity Kings

The tight supply of both beans meant trading prices were extremely volatile, and the result was that cocoa almost tripled in price last year.

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Alternatives

Collectibles are Fun but Risky Investments

A portfolio doesn’t have to be just stocks and bonds. You can add something a little more fun, say your favorite vintage baseball cards.

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Artificial Intelligence

Biden Administration Eyes Data Center Regulations

Which way Trump will lean on the issue is difficult to say, though tech companies have worked hard to curry the incoming president’s favor.

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