Crash alert: Unemployment claims are rising, markets are flashing 2008-style warnings, shocking data is slumping, and a surprise index just sank to a 9-month low amid widespread misses.

Echoes of 2008 stir on Wall Street… Just as in 2000 & 2007, when weekly unemployment claims start nearing 300K you can kiss the bull market goodbye. Mark it down. 💯 Chart from @profplum99. pic.twitter.com/bJffcNyvN5 — John (@market_sleuth) June 19, …

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Can China’s slumping economy be saved?

China’s economy is struggling. With an ambitious target of 5% growth this year, the country is dealing with weak consumer spending, a failing property market, and international pushback against its goods. By September, it was clear that hitting the goal …

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