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Despite Headline Inflation Decline, Essential Necessities Face Persistent 5%+ Inflation, Contributing to Ongoing Affordability Crisis; Older Workers Turn to Entry-Level Jobs; 40% of Under 30s Rely on Family Support for Home Down Payments.

November 17, 2023 3:39 pm

Inflation in essential areas, including car insurance, car repair, transportation, rent, homeowner costs, and food away from home, far exceeds the 3.2% CPI headline rate, challenging the notion of a broader decline in prices and signaling an ongoing affordability crisis …

U.S. Government to Purchase Japanese Seafood for the Military Despite Fukushima Radiation Concerns

November 12, 2023 7:25 pm

via naturalnews: The government of the United States recently announced that it has agreed to purchase Japanese seafood for its military to help ease the economic fallout from Japan’s decision to release radioactive wastewater from the damaged Fukushima Daiichi Nuclear Power Plant …

Despite $9 trillion stimulus and extensive welfare programs, foreclosures revert to 2005 levels

October 28, 2023 11:37 pm

Even with $9t in stimulus, MASSIVE welfare programs for homeowners to avoid foreclosure, 3 years of not having to pay any bills (including your mortgage) Foreclosures have already returned to 2005 levels. Terrifying pic.twitter.com/8ggF7WShPG — Darth Powell (@VladTheInflator) October 19, …

Despite an Official Denial, the Fed is Now a Climate Policymaker

October 27, 2023 3:10 pm

via Mike Shedlock: Fed Chair Jerome Powell says the “Federal Reserve is not and will not be a ‘climate policymaker.’” Actions prove otherwise. The Fed’s New Climate-Change Mandate Please consider the Fed’s New Climate-Change Mandate The Federal Reserve, Federal Deposit Insurance …

Small business owners are struggling, despite claims of a thriving economy.

October 27, 2023 7:33 am

These entrepreneurs, spanning various sectors, face challenges such as limited credit access, rising debt, reduced consumer spending, and escalating labor costs. One poignant example is a retail store owner, who, after a decade in the community, had to return to …

Kim Dotcom Claims: “Israel is losing globally – Despite western propaganda and support from the corrupt hypocrites . . .” (VIDEO)

October 24, 2023 9:19 am

Despite western propaganda and support from the corrupt hypocrites who run the ‘rules based international order’ Israel is losing globally because decades of abuse against the Palestinians have not gone unnoticed. The potential for escalation is evident. https://t.co/qe0tZsDnVO — Kim …

‘Despite bankruptcy filing, Alex Jones must pay victims $1 Billion.’

October 21, 2023 8:06 pm

A Texas judge ruled that Infowars host Alex Jones cannot use bankruptcy protection to avoid paying Sandy Hook massacre victims’ families more than $1.1 billion for his conspiracy theories that the 2012 shooting was a hoax. U.S. District Judge Christopher …

The Israel-Hamas tension could lead to more government spending, especially on defense, despite already high spending levels, due to the strong US-Israel alliance; The real “winners” of wars are those who produce weapons.

October 10, 2023 9:29 am

From a government spending perspective, the increasing tensions between Israel and Hamas arguably carry an even greater significance. Unlike the Russia-Ukraine war, the recent conflict will likely receive bipartisan support for additional military aid due to Israel's strong… pic.twitter.com/gbvZW5MqKq — …

Sven Henrich: Why are are rate cuts coming despite what they say? Because they have to. The math reality demands it.

October 2, 2023 4:05 pm

https://twitter.com/NorthmanTrader/status/1708798044680974489 Good Morning Everyone! I was shocked to learn that the US government is now spending more to pay interest on its $33 trillion national debt than it does on national defense. What’s the plan here? Honest question. pic.twitter.com/Dehia0RPz2 — …

DC Judge Tanya Chutkan refuses to recuse herself, claims she never said Trump should be prosecuted & imprisoned despite court transcripts to the contrary. Reaction: “She will never recuse. This trial is her retirement package. It is her future book proposal & million-dollar advance.”

September 29, 2023 9:39 am

Numerous statements by Chutkan suggesting Trump should be charged for January 6. Expressing disappointment that Trump was not yet charged – Criticizing a J6 Defendant's "blind loyalty to one person who, by the way, remains free to this day." …

Baltimore city schools, despite $1.6 billion funding, reported 0 proficiency rates in math with 40% of schools, and even top 5 schools having only 11% proficient students.

September 27, 2023 1:08 pmSeptember 27, 2023 8:47 am

Despite receiving a substantial amount of funding, Baltimore city schools experienced a disheartening outcome. “Last year, Baltimore city schools received a record $1.6 billion plus an additional $799 million in COVID funds The result? 0 students tested proficient in math …

Earnings being revised upwards despite leading economic indicators contracting; US deficit spending as a percentage of GDP is at its highest point outside of war or recession since 1960

September 25, 2023 2:35 pm

Analysts are repeating the same mistake made during the 2008 Financial Crisis by revising earnings upwards despite a contraction in leading economic indicators, raising major warning signals. The US is experiencing deficit spending near 10% of GDP, reaching levels last …

The housing market hasn’t collapsed despite 8% mortgages, because 23% still have mortgages below 3%

September 25, 2023 1:49 pm

Prior to 2020, just ~4% of all outstanding mortgages had an interest rate below 3%. Now, a massive ~23% of all outstanding mortgages have an interest rate below 3%. The share of borrowers that have an interest rate of 4% …

Mortgage Applications Increased 5.4% Last Week, But Purchase Demand Still Down -26% YoY And Refi Demand Down -29% YoY (Despite Mortgage Rate Rising To 7.31%)

September 20, 2023 9:02 pm

by confoundedinterest17 Mortgage applications increased last week, despite the 30-year fixed rate edging back up to 7.31 percent – its highest level in four weeks. Mortgage applications increased 5.4 percent from one week earlier, according to data from the Mortgage …

Teacher’s suspicious suicide crime scene despite being stabbed in the back of the head 10 times.

September 20, 2023 9:58 am

Watch the latest video at foxnews.com Greenberg, 27, was discovered with a knife in her chest in her apartment during a January blizzard – covered in stab wounds and bruises. In a Wednesday ruling, an appellate panel ruled that Greenberg’s …

Controversial Appointments Raise Concerns: Former Intelligence Officials Join DHS Group Despite Election Disinformation

September 20, 2023 9:17 am

In a surprising development, the Biden administration has appointed James Clapper, John Brennan, and Paul Kolbe, all former intelligence officials, to a DHS “Homeland Intelligence Experts Group” responsible for addressing critical national security matters. This decision has raised eyebrows and …

AOC denies being married despite listing her fiancé as ‘spouse’ on disclosures

September 14, 2023 9:35 am

AOC denies being married despite listing her fiancé as ‘spouse’ on disclosures by Gabe Kaminsky, Investigative Reporter September 13, 2023 01:00 PM “Squad” Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) has repeatedly listed her fiancé as a “spouse” on disclosures filed with the …

What’s the mindset of such consumers? US households want to travel on airplanes, stay at hotels and eat out despite the nation’s raging inflation. This might explain the credit card debt being so high

September 12, 2023 7:02 pm

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Most people are broke and they can’t borrow… US household debt reached a record $17.1 trillion despite of rising credit rejections, driven by a desire to combat inflation.

September 11, 2023 3:34 pm

Despite credit rejections rising, debt levels are skyrocketing. Total US household debt just hit a record $17.1 trillion and is expected to rise again this quarter. People are using debt to "fight" inflation. Follow us @KobeissiLetter for real time analysis …

TX warning of black outs: Despite All Their Oil, Texas Is Issuing Conservation Appeals

September 8, 2023 1:05 pm

Despite All Their Oil, Texas Is Issuing Conservation Appeals ERCOT has issued a “Conservation Appeal” for the state of Texas due to the summer heat and not a lot of wind is blowing today. They have energy-saving tips! link to …

Despite not foreseeing a recession or bear market, Goldman Sachs will lay off about 2,500 people.

September 8, 2023 12:04 pm

Goldman Sachs to layoff approx ~2,500 in latest job cut announcement coming as soon as October $GS — Don Johnson (@DonMiami3) September 8, 2023 As inflation cools and employment remains resilient, a US economic downturn is becoming less likely. Goldman …

Billions of dollars are flowing out of Chinese markets in a ‘seismic’ change in capital flows despite a flurry of actions

August 30, 2023 4:32 pm

“Chinese stocks rebounded on Monday morning after Beijing unveiled a raft of measures meant to halt their nearly monthlong slide. But the rally proved to be short-lived as foreign investors used it as an opportunity to unload $1.1 billion of …

Retail is poised to go all in despite stocks being very expensive

August 28, 2023 10:28 am

STOCKS VERY EXPENSIVE pic.twitter.com/rmoOk9V5Dy — Win Smart, CFA (@WinfieldSmart) August 28, 2023 Retail is about to go all in 🎲 https://t.co/tgq5NxIRhj pic.twitter.com/IFX6t5KBbk — Financelot (@FinanceLancelot) August 28, 2023 CREDIT 💳 CARDDELINQUENCY pic.twitter.com/RdciYYICEt — Win Smart, CFA (@WinfieldSmart) August 28, 2023

Global Treasury Yield Hits 15-Year High, Back To 2008 Despite No Change In Industrial Production (REAL 10Y Yield Now Highest Since 2009, Approaching 2%)

August 17, 2023 3:06 pm

by confoundedinterest17 This is very strange. Global Treasury Yields just rose to a 15-year high (2008). This is primarily due to Central Bank moneta And REAL 10-year Treasury yields also the highest since 2009. At the same time, US industrial …

July’s US Industrial Production … Returns To 2007 Levels Despite Staggering Fed Monetary Stimulus And Federal Government Spending Spree

August 16, 2023 9:08 pm

by confoundedinterest17 Well, its now August 2023 and US Industrial Production for July increased … to 2007 levels. This comes after the massive spending out of Washington DC and massive Federal Rerserve stimulus. Is that all there is?? US Industrial …

Ford set to lose $4.5 billion on electric vehicles this year, despite increased revenue

July 31, 2023 7:59 pm

Ford Motor Company announced it is projected to lose a whopping $4.5 billion from electric vehicles (EVs) this year, up from the previous projected loss of $3 billion. The company released its second-quarter financial results on Thursday. The U.S.-based automaker’s …

THE DOGS DON’T LIKE THE DOG FOOD: Why EVs Are ‘Piling Up’ at Dealerships, Despite Massive Taxpayer Subsidies.

July 28, 2023 4:00 pm

via fee.org: In April, the International Energy Agency released a report in which it predicted EV sales to increase 35 percent after a record-breaking year. But economists I spoke with said such predictions were overly optimistic considering current macroeconomic conditions. …

Tax payers fund a 45% pay increase for King from 2025, despite doubled crown estate profits due to leasing royal lands for wind farms.

July 21, 2023 9:44 am

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Taiwan semiconductor warned that Artificial Intelligence is not as good as it sounds; Elon Musk prioritizes market share over profits, resembling his previous high-profile purchase of Twitter, despite its unprofitability.

July 20, 2023 2:55 pm

Taiwan semiconductor warned that Artificial Intelligence is not as good as it sounds.https://t.co/ENHumo5m4y"TSMC's second-quarter earnings call may go down as one of the more pessimistic calls in recent history" Just another rope-a-dope. pic.twitter.com/1YtEEDD7Xc — Mac10 (@SuburbanDrone) July 20, 2023 Bulls …

RFK, Jr., Despite Democrat Objections, Gives Passionate, Unscripted Testimony Against Censorship…Democrats Attempt to CENSOR RFK Jr. From Further Testimony

July 21, 2023 7:27 amJuly 20, 2023 1:46 pm

“If federal censorship is not stood up to aggressively, it will expand to every corner of online discourse.” NEW: @Kat_Cammack Asks About Govt Censorship: Wait Till You Hear @RobertKennedyJr’s Response SAUER: “If federal censorship is not stood up to aggressively, …