Saints and Jaguars complete trade shortly after preseason game
It seems they found something appealing. Right after wrapping up a preseason game that ended in a 17-17 tie with the Saints, the Jaguars executed a trade on Sunday, acquiring veteran defensive tackle Karen Sanders in exchange for center Luke Fortner. At 29, Sanders is joining his third NFL team, having been drafted by the […]
Yen Carry Trade Unraveling Poses Risk to Global Markets
Michael Kramer: A Long-Time Investor’s Approach Michael Kramer is the founder of Mott Capital, with a significant background in investing, particularly focusing on macroeconomic themes, research trends, and options activities. His aim is to pinpoint the best times to enter or exit long-term investment strategies. With 30 years of experience, he has worked as a […]
India Indicates U.S. Arms Agreements Are Still Proceeding, but Trade Compromises Are Not an Option
Modi Vows to Shield Indian Farmers Despite Trade Tensions On Friday, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi reaffirmed his commitment to safeguarding Indian farmers from international competition by maintaining tariffs and trade barriers. This declaration comes amidst a backdrop of retaliatory tariffs of up to 50% imposed by President Donald Trump on Indian goods. Indian officials […]
If You Had Put $500 into The Trade Desk Stock 5 Years Ago, Here’s What You’d Have Now
Trade Desk Stock Overview Trade Desk’s stock has returned to levels seen five years ago. While the company’s business performance remains strong, future guidance suggests a slight slowdown ahead. Currently, Trade Desk’s stock trades at nine times sales—a significant decrease from its previously high valuations, yet it still retains a solid foundation. In December 2024, […]
Nets obtain Haywood Highsmith through trade affecting the 2032 draft.
The Nets have converted some of their cap space into future draft picks. Sean Marks managed to acquire an unprotected second-round pick from the Heat in 2032 by taking on the expired contract of power forward Haywood Highsmith, along with clearing some salary cap space. Highsmith had been a consistent player for Miami over the […]
Trade agreements don’t justify the legality of Trump’s emergency tariffs
President Trump seems to have a broad interpretation of his power to impose tariffs, especially as he navigates the ongoing trade conflict with nearly all U.S. trading partners. Under the International Emergency Economic Power Law, the Trump administration has applied tariffs at previously unseen rates, citing national emergencies tied to fentanyl trafficking and a persistent […]
Lula from Brazil Labels Trump a Liar and Declines Trade Talks
Brazil’s President Luis Inacio Lula da Silva asserted on Thursday evening that President Donald Trump “lied” about Brazil being a partner of a so-called poor trading partner, emphasizing that Brazil would not bend to U.S. authority. Lula’s comments came during an official event in Recife, where he responded to Trump’s criticisms of Brazil’s tariff practices […]
Canada Stuck in Trump Trade Discussions Faces 75% Tariff on Chinese Canola
China Imposes Tariffs on Canadian Canola The Chinese Communist Party announced on Thursday that it would impose a hefty 75.8% tariff on Canadian canola products. This decision was based on claims that Canada is intentionally “dumping” products onto the Chinese market, which allegedly harms local farmers. This move seems to be in reaction to previous […]
Current Trade Theory Supports Trump’s Approach to Tariffs
Optimal Tariffs: New Insights Optimal tariffs are much higher than we thought This spring, economists Oleg Itskhoki from UCLA and Dmitry Mukhin from the University of Wisconsin-Madison are revisiting a significant yet controversial question in international economics: when should tariffs be imposed? Their findings, grounded in complex mathematical discussions, reflect the current financial landscape of […]
Trump’s trade conflict with India benefits China.
President Trump’s recent moves to impose sanctions on India, specifically targeting Russian oil imports and imposing tariffs on Indian exports, extend beyond mere trade disagreements. This action could potentially harm the critical strategic partnership the U.S. has with India, especially with China’s increasing military presence in the region. For years, the U.S. has viewed India […]