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China sold $50B of US bonds last quarter.Officially, they buy $25B of gold per year.At that rate, they’ll flip reserves by 2026.They will hold more gold than Treasuries. https://t.co/lZ8D253KoL — Balaji (@balajis) June 2, 2024 Chinese state media is explicit about their goal: reduce dependence on US debt and acquire …
Global Disinflation trend is ending.. It was never going to last forever, but it does mean Rate Cuts are going to be a harder sell. pic.twitter.com/7bhrPjuI3l — Callum Thomas (@Callum_Thomas) May 30, 2024 If the rate of inflation stays high (above target) or the pace of disinflation disappoints vs the …
It's hard to understate just how unprecedented the scale of US fiscal stimulus is at the moment. Not only is the deficit massive for a non-crisis period, but its financing is almost entirely via very short-term issuance, which has never been the case before in a non-crisis time. pic.twitter.com/3mQWWPb7ds — …
The Pentagon just said none of the aid from the U.S. Navy pier they built off the coast of Gaza has actually gotten to the Gazans. $320 million U.S. tax dollars and the efforts of 1,000 soldiers and sailors were wasted on this. Another blunder by Biden.pic.twitter.com/Y0OOiIhy56 — Paul A. …
Crickets sound around this all across FinTwit… 🦗🦗🦗 https://t.co/lO1isTZN07 — JustDario 🏊♂️ (@DarioCpx) May 31, 2024 Recessions are contagions in a global economy. Because we buy and sell so much to one another. Who are the primary buyers of Hong Kong products? That will tell you who’s already in recession. …
Central bank net purchases now account for more than a fifth of global gold demand or about twice the proportion between 2012 and 2021 pic.twitter.com/z9pcvCZqin — Win Smart, CFA (@WinfieldSmart) May 28, 2024 BREAKING: 🚨 Argentina Argentina's Peso has plummeted to an an all-time low against the U.S. Dollar on …
Even before the war in Ukraine, Russia was the world's largest producer/exporter of wheat. pic.twitter.com/uGhF5Bce4U — Denis Z 🇷🇺 (@todorov_denis) May 27, 2024
In a move that could have catastrophic consequences, the globalist-led World Bank has issued a report proposing drastic cuts to global agriculture production. This controversial plan, aimed at achieving “net zero emissions,” threatens to destabilize the world’s food supply and potentially lead to widespread famine and starvation. According to the …
The increasing number of suspected clade I mpox virus cases in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) poses a global threat for potential spread, the CDC said. From Jan. 1, 2023 to April 14, 2024, multiple outbreaks of clade I mpox occurred across 25 of the DRC’s 26 provinces, …
As China’s automotive industry experiences a significant shift, the global automotive sector faces a potential second China shock. This shock is driven by a combination of factors, including a surge in China’s automotive exports, a shift in internal demand, and the rapid growth of electric vehicles (EVs). These developments are …
Wow UK Payrolls -85,000, unemployment up to 4.3% Employed persons -177K Global cuts shifting to 5th gear soon?#MacroEdge https://t.co/1rYIcxxCP7 — Don Johnson (@DonMiami3) May 14, 2024 The UK labor market buckles under the weight of staggering unemployment figures, with payrolls plummeting by a jaw-dropping 85,000 and the unemployment rate skyrocketing …
The rise of drone technology, particularly in the hands of China’s DJI, signifies a seismic shift in the landscape of modern warfare. With DJI manufacturing more small drones than every other company combined, it’s clear that China is positioning itself at the forefront of this technological revolution. Reports of the …
Authored by Brandon Smith via Alt-Market.us, If people have learned anything from the past few years of Ivy League elites and TV talking heads feeding them economic predictions, I hope they finally understand that the “experts” are usually wrong and that alternative analysts have a far better track record. Whenever …
Haven’t seen this in any mainstream media, but found it in an Irish farmers’ journal… The World Bank has today (Tuesday, May 7) launched ‘Recipe for a Livable Planet’ – the first comprehensive global strategic framework for mitigating agri-food system emissions. According to the World Bank, these actions will also …
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 to reduce dependency on the dollar. One needs to take …
The recent decline in the Chinese market has sent shockwaves through the global economy, raising serious concerns about the state of China’s economic health. Alicia García Herrero, Chief Asia-Pacific Economist for Natixis, succinctly captured the prevailing sentiment: “Nobody believes the economic situation is going to get any better.” This lack …
Amid escalating concerns over fiscal deficits worldwide, the surge in gold purchases by central banks during the first quarter signals a broader financial instability, echoing fears beyond the US alone. As governments grapple with post-COVID economic challenges, the unprecedented acquisition of gold underscores growing uncertainties and the quest for stability …
Global crypto funds just recorded 3 consecutive weeks of outflows for the first time ever. Over the last 3weeks, total crypto fund outflows were $767 million. Last week alone, ~$435 million of crypto assets were removed from these funds, the most since late March. The majority… pic.twitter.com/ltVY6gce2K — The Kobeissi …
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via Mike Shedlock: The Biden administration claims Chinese companies help Russia rebuild its war machine. Our sanction proposal counter is laughable. China’s counterthreat isn’t. U.S. Takes Aim at Chinese Banks The Wall Street Journal reports U.S. Takes Aim at Chinese Banks Aiding Russia War Effort The U.S. is drafting sanctions that …
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 the global financial system in order to limit Beijing's support …
(Bloomberg) — South Korea is emerging as a closely watched weak link in the $63 trillion world of shadow banking. Real estate exposure has been showing cracks at home and abroad after interest rates rose, prompting financial firms including T. Rowe Price Group Inc. and Nomura Holdings Inc. to express …
via creditbubblebulletin: Weekly Commentary: World-Wide De-Risking/Deleveraging Despite close calls Saturday night and again on Thursday night, we at least made it through the week avoiding “the start of WW3.” I’m afraid the same cannot be said for the beginning of WW2D (World-Wide De-Risking/Deleveraging). Key speculative leverage epicenters were under notable …
Amid market uncertainty, retirement funds opt for safer bonds, while global managers increase commodities exposure to hedge against volatility. Amid market uncertainty, retirement funds opt for safer bonds, while global managers increase commodities exposure to hedge against volatility. Meanwhile, despite significant Federal Reserve rate hikes, US “super-core” inflation is surging, …
Finland is taking a bold step forward in national defense and public safety with its groundbreaking initiative to open 300 new shooting ranges across the country. This extensive project not only aims to enhance military readiness and civilian preparedness but also integrates responsible gun ownership into the fabric of Finnish …
BY DAVID HAGGITH And Fed Chair Powell is joining them because suddenly nothing is going right for his soft-landing plans! Rising Middle-East tensions are driving up the price of crude oil and driving down the price of stocks and value of bonds. Analysts are saying oil could go to $100/bbl …
Gold’s surge against inflation forecasts a looming market upheaval as IMF warns of global spillovers from escalating U.S. debt levels. With yields climbing and Powell signaling prolonged rate hikes, the Fed faces a daunting task amid inflationary pressures and fiscal dominance. #Gold is breaking out versus #Inflation – A big …
Iranian missiles strike airbase in southern Israel. Follow: @AFpost pic.twitter.com/UNFCpp8zzP — AF Post (@AFpost) April 14, 2024 BREAKING – Iran attack 'ongoing': Israeli army pic.twitter.com/mYjGjhxWyc — Insider Paper (@TheInsiderPaper) April 14, 2024 As the world awakens to the echoes of explosions and the wails of sirens, a chilling reality grips …
Sir Alex Younger, chief of the Secret Intelligence Service from 2014 to 2020, said the UK should follow Sweden’s example – where only some people aged 18 are called up to do basic training The UK “needs a wake-up call” and should follow Sweden’s successful conscription system, the former head …
