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Earnings beat but everything else is collapsing now. Why would people buy houses when AI is replacing their jobs. Here are the numbers for $SPY earnings +27.8% vs +13.9% est. Big tech is absolutely smashing analyst estimates pic.twitter.com/J2ytNQYuqr — Simplifying Stocks, CPA (@FinFluentialx) May 1, 2026 Tech layoffs are skyrocketing: Tech companies announced 81,747 layoffs …
Silver is experiencing a moment of profound significance, with major implications for the history of hard money, fiat currency debasement, and — most critically — inflation. We’re seeing one of the most volatile monetary assets approach a breakout above its previous highs, potentially setting the stage for a historic move. This is what explosive price …
by Michael Consequences often do not show up for an extended period of time, but when they finally arrive they can be exceedingly painful. For decades, our leaders have been making incredibly foolish decisions, and for decades people like me have been ranting about it. But most people thought that everything must be okay because …
Independent view:You are correct in what you are saying but did the insurance companies not sell Obama on the ACA in the first place? Seemed like that was a sweetheart deal to insurance companies while the people lost good coverage.I don’t see the insurance companies going… — RKbarbourjr (@RKbarbourjr) October 6, 2025 Mark Kelly: "In …
The American workforce is wobbling on the edge of a precipice yet Washington’s bickering shows no signs of slowing. In September the country lost 32,000 jobs a number that is only the visible tip of a larger unraveling. The figures are not just statistics they are people struggling to pay rent put food on the …
Renting is now significantly more affordable than buying a home — by one of the widest gaps ever recorded 🚨🚨 pic.twitter.com/B1kfQgxHpy — Barchart (@Barchart) September 17, 2025 sorry guys missed the source pic.twitter.com/QCqKJzY8qV — Darth Powell (@VladTheInflator) September 17, 2025 We are so screwed.
Economy is in LATE CYCLE. Recession is building, and the market is about to confront the limits of manipulation and policy. The fraud in the financial system is even more rampant today 😡 The whole thing is RIGGED much like 2008 in some ways. pic.twitter.com/xB1exGyhWa — QE Infinity (@StealthQE4) September 9, 2025 https://x.com/INArteCarloDoss/status/1965416983782195242 When gold …
Renter late payments are skyrocketing! pic.twitter.com/Ew76aK1gTj — Darth Powell (@VladTheInflator) September 8, 2025 https://t.co/XLlmH86xiV — Melody Wright (@m3_melody) September 8, 2025 “Crashing wood prices are troubling because they have been a reliable leading indicator on the direction of the housing market as well as broader economic activity.” 👇🏼 pic.twitter.com/MQP6bU8ejn — Kalani o Māui (@MauiBoyMacro) September …
The share of credit card debt that is delinquent 90+ days reached 12.3% in Q2 2025, the highest since Q2 2011. This is just 1.4 percentage points below the all-time high. Furthermore, 5.0% of auto loans are now seriously delinquent, only 0.3 percentage points below the record set in Q4 2010. Meanwhile, student loan serious …
Many major metros are hitting 8+ year highs pic.twitter.com/gzaixmT9K2 — Darth Powell (@VladTheInflator) April 25, 2025
It’s hard to ignore the mounting pressure as bond yields rise. Nations already drowning in debt face the harsh reality of even higher borrowing costs, pushing them closer to the brink. This isn’t a minor shift; it signals a major financial storm that looms on the horizon. Just look at the 10-year and 30-year Treasury …
Skyrocketing rates make homeownership impossible for most Americans, with $124,150 needed to afford the median home—far above the $79,223 median household income. As of January, "qualified income" needed to afford median home in U.S. was $124,150, but U.S. median household income was $79,223 … makes for a $44,927 affordability gap per @AtlantaFed data@DataArbor pic.twitter.com/hLA3s23L1o — …
His response? Blame everyone else while polishing his influencer persona, hoping people forget the destruction he caused. You cut fire prevention; LA burned. You spent $24 billion on homelessness; it rose 40%. You reduced penalties for violent crime; it's 31% higher in California than in the US as a whole. And instead of taking responsibility, …
The "sandwich generation" is getting squeezed hard. With long-term care costs skyrocketing—nursing homes averaging over $100k annually—millennials and Gen Xers are stuck footing the bill. Government programs like Medicare don't cover most long-term care expenses, and Medicaid's… — Riz.eth (@rizethereum) January 16, 2025 pic.twitter.com/SjnYPzTUaA — Bito (@bitocrates) January 16, 2025 More than 70% of nursing …
🚨UNEMPLOYMENT IN CALIFORNIA IS SKYROCKETING🚨 The number of unemployed persons in California reached a whopping 1.05 MILLION, the highest in 3 years. Unemployment has jumped by 322,000 over the last 2 years. At the same time, the unemployment rate spiked to 5.3%. Recession? pic.twitter.com/gNpLH6z0ZH — Global Markets Investor (@GlobalMktObserv) December 26, 2024 Don't say you …
Why is your automobile insurance skyrocketing? https://t.co/MFP3xlRoMA — Tracy Shuchart (𝒞𝒽𝒾 ) (@chigrl) August 8, 2024
https://twitter.com/o553400/status/1810614801174876189 And good morning from the Netherlands, where a similar quantity of house-brand butter costs €2.95. pic.twitter.com/BtQA1urquk — Wiebe de Jager (@wdejager) July 9, 2024 pic.twitter.com/bmahMPRHkB — dasv (@dasvee) July 9, 2024 Spain. Carrefour white brand and their Bio brand pic.twitter.com/acfERBaPEk — Rafito Membroza (@RealRafito) July 9, 2024
Searches for “nothing to do at work” skyrocketing byu/CaptainDr ineconomicCollapse The phrase “Searches for ‘nothing to do at work’ skyrocketing” means that there has been a significant increase in the number of people searching online for information or activities related to having nothing to do while at work. This could indicate that many individuals are …
The insolvency statistics for Ontario in April 2024 reveal a significant increase. Let’s break down the key points: Total Insolvencies: In April 2024, there were 960 bankruptcies and 3,717 proposals in Ontario. This represents a 6.5% increase compared to the previous month and a substantial 34.3% increase compared to April 2023. Consumer Insolvencies: Consumer insolvencies surged by 22.6% during the 12-month period ending April 30, …
Canadian banks are indeed bracing for a “mortgage renewal cliff.” As mortgage renewals approach for over three-quarters of homeowners, Canada’s Big Six banks are adding billions of dollars to their emergency funds. The spike in mortgage payments that many homeowners will face during renewal is known as the “mortgage cliff.” Mortgage rates are significantly higher …
In recent years, large investment firms have shifted their focus from single-family homes to trailer parks, exploiting the lack of regulations to maximize profits at the expense of residents. This has led to significant rent increases, pushing many low-income residents out of their homes. This article explores the impact of this trend and provides practical …
Asmall group of Americans who took out cheaper but riskier mortgages several years ago are about to see their monthly payments skyrocket. Since 2019, more than 1.7 million homes have been bought using adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs), which initially offer a lower, more affordable interest rate than their fixed-rate counterparts. But eventually, ARMs reset to …
A 68-year-old American on Social Security shares their struggle with skyrocketing property taxes, which have risen from $895 to nearly $8,000 annually. Working tirelessly to cover these taxes, they express frustration at being unable to afford the home they’ve owned since 1995, highlighting the plight of many unable to afford to live in the places …
Phoenix is experiencing a significant increase in home inventory, with active listings in April 2024 reaching nearly 15,000, a 50% rise compared to the previous year and a staggering 326% increase over two years. This surge in inventory could lead to declines in home prices in the second half of 2024, challenging the narrative of …
Gas prices have been on the rise nationwide, but for California drivers, they’ve skyrocketed in a short amount of time. The Golden State’s average at the pump surged by $0.23 to $5.27 per gallon on Friday from a week ago, according to AAA data. Meanwhile, the nationwide average sat at $3.54 per gallon on Friday, …
The number of voters registering without a photo ID is SKYROCKETING in 3 key swing states: Arizona, Texas, and Pennsylvania. Since the start of 2024: TX: 1,250,710 PA: 580,513 AZ: 220,731 HAVV allows voters to register with a Social Security Number (4 digits). Illegals are not able to get licenses there. But they can get …
From hefty monthly car payments averaging $726 to insurance costs hovering around $167, and don’t forget about the money we shell out for gasoline – around $150 a month. It all adds up to a staggering total of $1,043 each month just to keep our wheels turning. Now, here’s the kicker: despite these mounting expenses, …
by confoundedinterest17 Constitution Avenue in Washington DC is actually becoming Tobacco Road. No, not the dysfunctional family of Georgia sharecroppers during the Great Depression, but the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee (TBAC). On Monday, after we got the first part of the Treasury’s Quarterly Refunding Announcement (QRA), in which the Treasury unexpectedly announced a big drop in its borrowing …
