More Americans Feel the Economy and Politics Are Unfairly Rigged Against Them Compared to After the Great Recession, Survey Reveals
A recent NBC News poll indicates that a significant number of Americans think the economic and political systems are rigged against them, reaching levels not seen in decades. Nearly 60% of voters express this sentiment, marking a record high in the nearly 40 years that NBC has conducted national polling. Specifically, 59% of respondents believe […]
Bitcoin’s decline could indicate wider market issues and a recession in the U.S., Mike McGlone suggests.
Mike McGlone, a macro strategist with Bloomberg Intelligence, shared on Monday that the recent drop in cryptocurrency values might indicate broader financial stress ahead. He suggested that Bitcoin could potentially fall to around $10,000, which might signal the onset of the next U.S. recession. In a recent post, McGlone noted that the long-held sentiment of […]
Treasury Secretary Bessent predicts no US recession in 2026 and expresses strong optimism.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent expressed confidence that the U.S. will not face a recession in 2026, stating he’s “very optimistic” about the influence of President Trump’s tariffs and trade agreements. When asked about the possibility of a recession next year, Bessent firmly answered “no.” “I am very optimistic about 2026. We’ve positioned ourselves for robust […]
Greene: US could be on the verge of a recession
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) has expressed concerns that the U.S. might be “headed toward a recession,” marking a notable divergence from her Republican peers and President Trump, who has been advocating for lower prices while downplaying economic worries. “The economy is really starting to soften as we potentially head into a recession heading into […]
Bessent believes high interest rates could be behind the housing recession.
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent mentioned on Sunday that certain sectors of the U.S. economy, especially housing, might already be experiencing a recession due to elevated interest rates. He reiterated his suggestion that the Federal Reserve should hasten its rate cuts. “I think we’re generally okay, but in some segments, we’re facing a recession,” Bessent stated […]
A shutdown would stop the jobs report and important economic information during worries about a recession.
The federal government plans to stop producing crucial economic data if funding negotiations fail by Wednesday. This could leave policymakers and investors in the dark, especially concerning the health of the job market. If President Trump and the Democrats can’t reach a funding agreement by the deadline, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) will suspend […]
Bank stocks usually rise when interest rates are lowered without a recession, according to Wells Fargo’s Mayo.
Potential Rise in Bank Stocks Following Fed Rate Cut Bank stocks may see an uptick after the Federal Reserve decided to lower its primary overnight borrowing rate by a quarter point. According to Wells Fargo’s data, banks typically trend upwards following the Fed’s initial cuts during the past six rate reduction cycles, with a notable […]
America Feels the Impact of Japan’s Sex Recession
A Cautionary Tale from Japan’s “Sexual Recession” In 2019, CBS News highlighted Japan’s troubling “sexual recession,” pointing to its dwindling birth rates and increasing loneliness among young people. Alarmingly, a significant number of them reported not engaging in sexual activities at all. Interestingly, this “sex recession” seems poised to extend beyond Japan, possibly reaching the […]
The next phase of Altseason relies on China’s stimulus and how investors react to recession concerns.
Key Insights on Economic Developments China’s central bank stimulus might shift liquidity toward cryptocurrency markets. Rising US Treasury yields suggest reduced risk aversion, potentially aiding Altcoin market recovery. Central banks often boost economic growth by cutting interest rates, creating favorable funding conditions, and effectively increasing the money supply. This strategy tends to favor risk assets […]
Inflation or recession? Regardless, Trump’s tariffs will create enduring damage.
President Trump’s recent tariff policies are likely to have lasting impacts on the nation. But just what kind of impact are we talking about? So far, these tariffs have contributed to an atmosphere of uncertainty, shaking up economies worldwide and influencing consumers and businesses alike. There’s a looming concern that these tariffs could, perhaps, increase […]