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As things continue to escalate the U.S. continues to look for excuse to join the war overseas. What will be the global response if we do get involved? I can’t imagine other countries will continue to sit by and watch this happen. We are the closest we’ve ever been to WWIII because of Joe Biden. …
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he current situation, with slowing economic growth and higher borrowing costs, means we should be careful as a crisis might be on the horizon. https://twitter.com/FinanceLancelot/status/1713741867634876868 "We’re now at the point where we’re going to see the impact of these hikes really start to play out,” Citadel’s Ken Griffin has said. pic.twitter.com/mq28AidW5i — unusual_whales (@unusual_whales) October …
Trouble is brewing in the restaurant industry, and several brands are now silently closing locations and reducing their operations to cope with a consumer recession that has no end in sight. Managing a restaurant is never easy, and during an economic downturn, conditions get even more complicated because people tend to cut costs and eat …
Lake City is one of the biggest manufacturers of AR-15 ammo in the US. I have a few thousand rounds of their 5.56 stashed away here. It’s all over my gun circles that they just announced a total, immediate stop to all civilians sales of AR ammo. It’s all military orders, now. Lake City is …
by AmazedVein64 JP Morgan’s earnings beat this quarter tells only the rosy part of an otherwise devolving picture. JP Morgan reported a new net debt position on their balance sheet of $42 billion dollars, and they have taken out new debt that they owe other banks and investors over the long term up to levels …
Al Manar: 5 Israeli soldiers injured, 1 seriously, as a anti-tank missile was fired at Shtula settlement at Lebanon border. pic.twitter.com/0OdLB2ubbn — Iran Observer (@IranObserver0) October 15, 2023 Hezbollah has now taken Responsibility for the Anti-Tank Guided Missile Attack on the Town of Shtula near the Border with Lebanon which resulted in the Death of …
Thomas Carper bought 30k in $PSQ, an ultrashort $QQQ index, on July 13 2023. He hedged/shorted in the past with great results with $HDGE, $SH & $PSQ. He got out of his positions in August/September, as the market fell and he sold for a cool +15%. — unusual_whales (@unusual_whales) October 14, 2023 Senator Thomas Carper …
Graham emphasized the connection between Iran and the terrorist activities of groups like Hamas and Hezbollah Read more: https://t.co/Ck0BwmC61o — unusual_whales (@unusual_whales) October 15, 2023 I wonder why he would say that? 🤣 pic.twitter.com/NFq31GRtkY — Abstracメ (@abstractmacro) October 14, 2023 'WikiLeaks Cable: Israeli intelligence chief encouraged Hamas takeover of Gaza Strip' #Israel #Hamas #Gaza https://t.co/dixs21PooN …
As of October 14th/15th…. “Sunday, October 15, U.S. citizens should arrive at Ben Gurion Terminal 3 and look for a table with a U.S. flag where U.S. Embassy personnel will be present to provide further instructions and assistance. Chartered transportation will be to nearby safe locations, not back to the United States and you may not …
China Remains Shaky After Challenging Summer https://t.co/lE9JkkbzQE — Win Smart, CFA (@WinfieldSmart) October 14, 2023 https://t.co/9FzMGMnpaH — Win Smart, CFA (@WinfieldSmart) October 14, 2023 This week, new broke that China is planning a stimulus package to support its economy. Last month, China lowered interest rates on nearly $6 trillion worth of mortgages. Something is clearly …
Israeli Artillery is currently Striking the Launch Sites of Militant Forces in Western Syria. — OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) October 14, 2023 There are reports of rocket attack from Syria towards Israel. pic.twitter.com/5YAGGUK3ZN — Iran Observer (@IranObserver0) October 14, 2023 Following the initial report on the activation of alerts, two launches from Syrian territory to the territory …
New Zealand voters have overwhelmingly rejected the Labour government, with the National party gaining significant support, signaling a major shift towards right-leaning politics in the country. This marks a stark contrast to the previous election when the Labour party, led by Jacinda Ardern, secured a significant victory. New Zealand abandons Labour and shifts to the …
If these problems in major economies collide, it could spell global financial disaster soon, and it feels like we need some urgent solutions, but we’re not getting them. On top of that, the recent Treasury bond auction didn’t go so well, which adds to worries about the U.S. debt piling up and how Wall Street …
According to multiple Israeli Officials, the Ground Invasion of the Gaza Strip is now Imminent. — OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) October 13, 2023 2-3 Large Explosions just heard near Tel Aviv. — OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) October 13, 2023 Rocket Barrage launched from Gaza towards Central Israel near Tel Aviv. pic.twitter.com/ehCULN5iVL — OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) October 13, 2023 Israel will …
by confoundedinterest17 Paul Krugman, Nobel Laureate in economics and media celebrity, made a terrible claim yesterday when he pronounced that “The war on inflation is over. We won, at very little cost.” Krugman’s proclamation was trumpeted by The View’s Joy Behar Joy who claimed that everything is going great in the country! The economy is …
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by mark000 In August 2008 what was about to happen? A GFC and the plunge stage of the Great Recession. And 99% of people were blissfully unaware even as the other 1% could see it inevitable arrival, just waiting for when. It is the same situation right now, October 2023. 🔴 IMF'S MANAGING DIRECTOR GEORGIEVA: …
Historians will look back in astonishment that this wasn’t front page news. — Wolf 🐺 (@WorldByWolf) October 12, 2023 After a brief break in the last few days, we are back to the new normal: Stocks and bonds being positively correlated, particularly during down days. One thing seems evident: We are no longer in the …
😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡🤡 https://t.co/ZHvfCXdEB9 — Catturd ™ (@catturd2) October 12, 2023 He's right! Paul Krugman is right, and it pains me to say that because he's usually wrong. I re-ran his numbers making a few more exclusions and it turns out inflation is actually 0%. https://t.co/2zK7bgUu1J pic.twitter.com/5PgixM0MkD — Chris Martenson (@chrismartenson) October 12, 2023 I love how …
When was the last time 30 year U.S. treasuries went no bid two times in a row? — Financelot (@FinanceLancelot) October 12, 2023 Ahhh it was a terrible 30 year auction causing yields to jump. Apparently no one is buying anymore, warning that we're very close to the end for markets. https://t.co/TDdTFR5SHQ — Financelot (@FinanceLancelot) …
by EuphoricTrilby https://x.com/hameturgeman/status/1712182479690346878?s=46&t=T37mFTn9E_HUaxN1rB76Hw https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/emergencies/for-evacuated-citizens.html U.S. law requires that departure assistance to private U.S. citizens or third country nationals be provided “on a reimbursable basis to the maximum extent practicable.” By taking a U.S. government coordinated transport, evacuees are obligated to repay the cost of their transportation. The amount billed to evacuees is based on the …
THE FEDERAL DEFICIT IS EVEN BIGGER THAN IT LOOKS (WSJ) When it comes to the size of the federal government’s annual deficit, appearances can be deceiving. The gap between spending and revenue for fiscal year 2023, which ended on Sept. 30, was $1.7 trillion, the Congressional… pic.twitter.com/E4PeXR6vok — FXHedge (@Fxhedgers) October 13, 2023 Real Time …
By Graham Summers, MBA The great debt crisis of out lifetimes is approaching. The U.S. has now reached the point at which it is adding debt at an exponential rate. It took the U.S. 232 years to rack up its first $10 trillion in debt. Thanks to the Fed’s egregious monetary policies following the Great Financial …
IDF announcement sent to civilians of Gaza City: The IDF calls for the evacuation of all civilians of Gaza City from their homes southwards for their own safety and protection and move to the area south of the Wadi Gaza, as shown on the map. The Hamas terrorist organization waged a war against the State …
Stuff we already know. Not sure why some twitter posts won’t show up here but here’s another link What the full tweet says: “Sen. Rand Paul reveals that the United States is still funding the Taliban and the Palestinians. When asked why, Rand Paul responding by saying, “they think that somehow when you give money …
by qtrinh3 CNBC: Wholesale inflation rose 0.5% in September, more than expected The producer price index (wholesale price) is up 0.5% month to month. Beating the expected 0.3% rise MoM for September. CPI this Thursday will be bad as well (trust me bro). However, the US10Y is down yesterday and today. This is NOT because …
by TonyLiberty The largest US Banks are facing their worst Bad loan write-offs in 3 years. (Bad loan write-offs are loans that banks have given up on collecting. When a bank writes off a loan, it takes the loss on its balance sheet) The increase in bad loan write-offs is a sign that credit quality …
It should be interesting to see how the consumer sector is impacted by this trend. In an inflationary environment with more focus on health, spending will shift. Another long-term trend that is worth watching. Follow us @KobeissiLetter for real time analysis as this develops. — The Kobeissi Letter (@KobeissiLetter) October 11, 2023 Why is there …
The IDF is reported to have begun the Airdrop of Leaflets over the Northern Gaza Town of Beit Lahia telling Residents that the Actions of Hamas have forced them to launch a Large-Scale Military Operation in the Region and that they must Immediately Evacuate towards the South. — OSINTdefender (@sentdefender) October 12, 2023 LIVE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1kuvr2KtBvU …