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The government is struggling to keep up with the rapidly growing risks in the private credit sector. This sector, often referred to as “shadow banking,” has ballooned since the 2008 financial crisis, filling the gap left by traditional banks. However, …
UNITED STATES: Bloomberg reports that a 'growing number of financial elites are throwing their weight behind Trump' — The Spectator Index (@spectatorindex) May 31, 2024 https://twitter.com/_/status/1796617047733878931 Their weight. pic.twitter.com/NiTN59jHLs — Food Today (@The_Food_Today) May 31, 2024 Financial elites pronounced Elon? …
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US consumer borrowing has ground to a halt. Tapped out? pic.twitter.com/KH335Qw4lD — PPG (@PPGMacro) May 29, 2024 The recent data on U.S. consumer borrowing paints a concerning picture of financial stability. Delinquency rates, which Austan Goolsbee of the Chicago Federal …
What he describes is also being seen in other nations too. Canada’s housing bubble is actually far worse right now than America’s was in 2008. All the signs seem to be pointing to the early stages of a worldwide Great …
The bank accounts of tens of thousands of U.S. businesses and consumers have been frozen in the aftermath of the abrupt shutdown and bankruptcy of financial technology company Synapse, which acts as a middleman between financial technology companies and banks. Synapse filed …
In a startling turn of events, the Japanese 30-year yield has soared past 2%, reaching its highest level since 2011. This financial milestone, combined with the USDJPY’s stubborn persistence around 156.5 despite softer CPI, weaker NFP data, and a $60 …
Paul Volcker says inflation is all about money supply good thing money supply is up $1 trillion in 7 months since Nov 1, 2023. No wonder there’s a speculative orgy in financial markets as well as reaccelerating inflation. pic.twitter.com/BHVqSX3Aht — …
There is ZERO fear in equities right now. pic.twitter.com/17w2lsTXfc — Piker Capital (@PikerCapital) May 18, 2024 $DXY Chart warns of an impending financial implosion . Pay attention . pic.twitter.com/FFO2cFrggl — The Great Martis (@great_martis) May 18, 2024 Small businesses accounted …
President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden have disclosed personal debts totaling up to $815,000, primarily from mortgages on their Delaware home and an equity loan. Additional debts include a term loan and a loan against a mutual fund. …
Ferguson's Law: "Any great power that spends more on debt service than on defense does not stay great for very long." –@nfergus The US is starting Cold War 2.0 from a position the USSR finished Cold War 1.0 in (debt …
According to Bloomberg data, 10 out of 11 major central banks are expected to slash rates in the second half of this year, the most in 16 years. The list of the 11 countries includes the United States, India, New …
They have proposed bills multiple times now to stop it. They can still own stock, but through blind trusts. It is overwhelmingly popular with the public on both sides. Stop voting for people opposed to banning it. h/t Pickle-Sucker
Undecided voters in swing states unanimously favor Trump’s policies over Biden’s, citing concerns about grocery costs and dismissing Biden’s economic record as laughable. A panel of undecided voters in swing states unanimously agree Trump's policies would be better for their …
Concerns arise over the global monetary system’s stability amidst geopolitical tensions and the risk of a dollar collapse, prompting nations to explore alternative currencies and localize trade. Financial warfare escalates, with countries like Russia and China strengthening ties and seeking …
With plans to await rate cuts and pull money from retirement, 73% of potential home buyers say the goal of owning a home seems unattainable. As nearly 71% of prospective home buyers await rate cuts, 68% say housing costs are …
🚨BREAKING: FED DISCOUNT WINDOW 📈 FED DISCOUNT-WINDOW LOANS $7.02B IN THE WEEK *The latest data suggest that mostly regional banks are using the discount window as they are the ones with the worst balance sheets. pic.twitter.com/KbqGFjQ16J — The Coastal Journal …
Amidst the tempest of international intrigue and economic brinksmanship, the U.S. unfurls its sanctions against China. The U.S. is preparing sanctions against Chinese banks for supporting Russia The restrictive measures will be designed to cut off some Chinese banks from …
With credit spreads on the rise and the 10-year TIP trading at 2.2%, financial conditions are tightening, sparking concerns among investors. While systematic funds tread cautiously amid thinning market depth, the next fortnight looms as a critical period. Contrary to …
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s report reveals alarming trends, with almost 3.5% of card balances overdue by at least 30 days, the highest on record. This surge in delinquencies, coupled with rising minimum payments and increased credit card balances, …
2/ On 1st Oct 2007, Gold broke out to ATH for the 1st time in 1.5 years Thereon, the US unemployment rate began rising rapidly and economy growth slowed down Which ended in the 2008 Financial Crisis pic.twitter.com/Ws5AjjTaz3 — Bravos …
It’s outrageous to learn that a Bureau of Labor Statistics economist has been allegedly leaking crucial inflation data to select financial giants like $JPM and $BLK. Despite the BLS denying the existence of these so-called “super users,” evidence suggests otherwise, …
Traders build largest short position on Emerging Market Dollar Bonds in more than a decade pic.twitter.com/U9o9M39LYF — Win Smart, CFA (@WinfieldSmart) April 10, 2024 The recent financial tremors emanating from China have sent shockwaves through global markets. Traders are exhibiting …
The idea of seizing Russia’s assets in the US and EU as a response to the ongoing conflict has sparked heated debate, with critics warning of dire consequences. Proposals to confiscate frozen Russian assets and divert them to Ukraine are …
Unbelievable loose financial conditions in Europe! pic.twitter.com/2ZRYhY63Ov — The Macro Guy (@SagarSinghSetia) April 9, 2024 Credit impulse in the euro area stabilizes, easing pressure to cut rates. via Bloomberg pic.twitter.com/OQcF42Bzk4 — Daniel Lacalle (@dlacalle_IA) April 9, 2024
More low income earners in the Us are not dining out, per Reuters: pic.twitter.com/oAbUo1h9D0 — unusual_whales (@unusual_whales) April 8, 2024 “Runaway prices at U.S. fast-food joints and restaurants have made people skittish down the income ladder and executives at chains …
Staggering stat from the WSJ. Banks are doing some serious can kicking so they don’t have to mark down losses on loans Only 25% of CRE loans were paid in full. Where are the regulators to end this BS? Lenders …
Credit card interest rates just hit a new record high in Feb – American families are paying over $240 billion a year just in interest on this debt, before a single dime goes to paying down the principal: pic.twitter.com/N6UxBnyZcl — …
In the months before Bed Bath & Beyond declared bankruptcy last April, the former home goods titan was trapped in a crushing cycle. The retailer had been failing to pay its vendors on time, if at all. During the pivotal …
Documents for Donald Trump‘s $175 million bond in his New York civil fraud case were rejected by a court because a current financial statement was not included. On Wednesday, a message on the New York State Supreme Court’s electronic filing system …