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by Michael If there is something that you really need to buy, you might want to get it now, because it might not be available later. The International Longshoremen’s Association port workers are on the verge of initiating a strike which would shut down ports all over the East Coast and the Gulf Coast, and if …
There will be no more federal aid for the victims of Hurricane Helene, Joe Biden has said. Standing on the tarmac as he prepared to board Air Force One, the President spoke to reporters and said the federal government has done everything it can to help. After giving a largely incoherent response when asked if …
https://twitter.com/FinanceLancelot/status/1840225967119163470 What bubble? 🤪 https://t.co/l0HskWxSxO pic.twitter.com/1E1pC5duus — Financelot (@FinanceLancelot) September 29, 2024 https://twitter.com/FinanceLancelot/status/1840227222990287217 The Dow Jones Transportation countdown continues as the range gets tighter.$DJT https://t.co/LWPKuMyaU2 pic.twitter.com/AYLiOl70Nm — Financelot (@FinanceLancelot) September 29, 2024 The BOJ is already at work to squeeze #Japan #stocks back up 🫶🏻🤭 The circus 🎪 show begins in 30min, let’s get comfortable …
California’s film and TV industry is facing a major crisis in 2024, with production levels plummeting. Series production dropped by 30% in the first quarter of 2024 compared to 2022, and on-location filming for reality TV in Los Angeles fell by nearly 57% in the second quarter. The industry, already hit hard by the pandemic …
California has enacted a new law mandating insurance companies to cover fertility treatments, including in vitro fertilization (IVF). Signed by Governor Gavin Newsom, this legislation extends coverage to LGBTQ+ families, ensuring equal access to fertility treatments regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. The move represents a significant step toward inclusivity and reproductive rights for …
By Matthew Piepenburg VON GREYERZ Partner, Matthew Piepenburg, joins Jesse Day of Commodity Culture, rolling up his sleeves in a candid conversation on the myriad financial, geopolitical and social forces shaping the current and future global landscape. As always, the foundation of this openly distorted setting is historically unprecedented (and unsustainable) debt levels. The ripple …
The lack of confirmation for new record highs for the S&P 500 is still a major divergence that should not be ignored. Historically, this has preceded corrective volatility in markets seen in 2007, 2018, 2020, and 2022. h/t IAmNotAnEconomist
Another source: https://t.co/9mXVEvO2x3 — Unicus (@UnicusResearch) September 18, 2024 The looming strike by the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA), set to begin October 1, poses a serious threat to ports along the East and Gulf coasts. Experts warn that this disruption could lead to significant supply chain shortages, exacerbating inflation as goods and raw materials become …
“For the first time since the 2020 pandemic buying a home has become more affordable: US homebuyers now need to earn $115,454 annually to afford the median-priced home with a 15% down payment. This is down 1.4% year-over-year, marking the first annual decrease since June 2020, when mortgage rates were below 3%. The drop came …
BREAKING: BioLab in Conyers, Georgia is currently on fire. Residents have been told to leavepic.twitter.com/mKTn4wcZ9D — Financelot (@FinanceLancelot) September 29, 2024 A catastrophic fire at the BioLab chemical plant in Conyers, Georgia, has unleashed a massive plume of smoke into the sky, raising immediate concerns for public safety. The blaze erupted due to a malfunctioning …
Recent reports indicate that military bases in the U.S. and Europe are now on high alert, with orders to prepare for possible deployment to the Middle East. U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has greenlit the enhancement of military presence in the region, including bolstered air support capabilities. Additional forces are being placed on heightened readiness …
Getting driver’s license with no paperwork either. In Pennsylvania getting a driver’s license automatically register you to vote as well. h/t Coastie Patriot
Notice how she panders to which ever group will approve her . Remember the saying people won’t remember what you said or did they will remember how you made them feel. She is running on feelings , not facts, h/t Coastie Patriot
If this count is correct then crash is imminent. i.e. before the election. pic.twitter.com/QBl1O5Hpfs — Mac10 (@SuburbanDrone) September 28, 2024 If this is the peak for $NVDA, we could see a pattern like this unfold into December. What are the odds the Department of Justice (DOJ) launches an investigation into Nvidia's round trip financing once …
Asheville and Western North Carolina are grappling with devastating flooding in the wake of Hurricane Helene. Historic areas like Biltmore Village are underwater, as roads buckle from landslides and rising waters, effectively isolating the region. The damage is staggering, with entire communities cut off and facing the worst flooding in recent memory. As emergency crews …
Christine Lagarde, the President of the European Central Bank, has indeed warned that the global economy is facing pressures reminiscent of the 1920s. She highlighted several factors contributing to this situation, including the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic, ongoing geopolitical tensions, and rapid technological advancements reshaping industries. These pressures are similar to those experienced in …
Death of Hezbollah’s Nasrallah pushes Mideast conflict into new territory Hezbollah, the Lebanese militia, on Saturday confirmed the death of Hassan Nasrallah, its longtime leader, in a strike marking a major escalation of Israel’s campaign against Iran’s proxies in the Middle East. The death of Nasrallah, after Israeli bombs flattened three apartment buildings near Beirut …
You’re missing an even more egregious piece of the story…. Just last month @primantibros kicked everyone out of their establishment so Kamala Harris could bring in actors and pretend she was organically visiting with supporters. A total facade to fool everyone, and Primanti… pic.twitter.com/SWjn5aHAym — Midwest Mom (@badlibtakes) September 28, 2024 .@primantibros refused to let …
Right now… there are roaming free in our neighborhoods, as a result of Kamala's failure (or deliberate inaction) at the border, the following illegal immigrant criminals:– 13,099 Murderers– 15,811 Rapists– 425,431 Convicted CriminalsNow, watch:👇🏾 -VJpic.twitter.com/Bbbj4YBKX1 — RealVinnieJames (@RealVinnieJames) September 28, 2024
How long will it take until Toyota caves? Many of their auto dealership franchise owners are owned by conservatives. Maybe they need to apply pressure to the company. Japanese culture doesn't tolerate this junk. Is this coming from the American division only? — Wall Street Mav (@WallStreetMav) September 28, 2024 h/t MT Ballsack
There is a potential for another hurricane to develop in the Gulf of Mexico around October 6th. This new system is forming in the same general area where Hurricane Helene originated. Experts are monitoring this system closely, and it could pose a threat to the Gulf Coast if it intensifies. https://www.theledger.com/story/weather/hurricane/2024/09/27/another-florida-hurricane-nhc-tracking-new-system-polk-forecast/75410549007/ https://www.tropicaltidbits.com/analysis/models/?model=gfs®ion=us&pkg=mslp_pcpn_frzn&runtime=2024092806&fh=6 Tropical Weather Outlook …
by Mike Maharrey The BRICS economic block is pushing forward with plans to develop a system that would facilitate international payments outside the dollar system, with gold serving an important role in the scheme. According to the Russian news agency TASS, BRICS officials are “developing a wide range of instruments for creating an inclusive international financial …
by Mike Shedlock Both candidates have been asked questions what they would do about the rising cost of food. Let’s discuss their answers. Food Costs Too Much Please consider the Miami Herald article Donald Trump and Kamala Harris Both Say Food Costs Too Much. Harris vows to curb what she called grocery price gouging. Trump says …
by New Radio Release Welcome to this week’s Market Wrap Podcast, I’m Mike Gleason. Coming up Gerald Celente of the Trends Journal joins us for an explosive interview on a range of topic, including gold’s rise, the pending death of the dollar and why Gerald is more concerned now than ever that we’re on the …
Unemployment has accurately followed Labour differential data each and everytime since the 80s. “Labour differential” refers to the difference in labor costs between two regions, industries, or types of workers. It’s used to compare wages, productivity, or work conditions, especially when companies are deciding where to set up operations. Cost difference: How much cheaper or …
by confoundedinterest17 The University of Michigan consumer survery is out and the results are startling. Under Biden/Harris, buying conditions are far worse than under Trump/Pence. In fact, buying conditions were extremely favorable (above 100) under Trump and dismal under Harris. Particularly for housing (where higher than normal mortgage rates and high housing prices made the …
A few months ago, I made a video titled “These National Parks No Longer Exist,” which was all about the 5 National Parks that, well, no longer exist. In this video, we’re taking things a step further, and covering ALL of the NPS units that no longer exist. Everything from National Historic Sites to National …
🚨 URGENT: DAM FAILURE IMMINENT IN RUTHERFORD COUNTY, NC This would be CATASTROPHIC. All residents below the Lake Lure Dam are being ordered to evacuate IMMEDIATELY, as massive amounts of rain from Hurricane Helene is expected to cause the dam to break. GET OUT NOW! A dam… pic.twitter.com/8uPWcXviqn — Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) September 27, 2024 …
400 sq ft home bought for 6k in 1960 is worth over 2 million today. Not even a beachfront property. I can’t be the only one that thinks this is absurd. The median down payment in the US is $64,000 or 15.36% on median priced home of $416,700. Homebuyers aged 25-33 rely heavily on gifts …
