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The Global Economy: Drunk on Debt August 30, 2016 Global Economy The European economy is supposed to be wracked by doubt and anxiety over Brexit, negative interest rates and terror attacks. So why are markets rising? Government spending, and lots of it.
Basic Income Will Kill the Economy August 24, 2016 U.S. Economy In a world where machines can make perfect burgers, there’s no need for $15-an-hour burger flippers. But the solution, basic income, is more science fiction than fact.
Obama’s Market Meltdown August 19, 2016 U.S. Economy Since 1920, only six presidents have served a full two terms, or eight years. Obama is about to make it seven, resulting in a rare market cycle with an ominous outlook.
The Need for Yield in a Recession: What Does That Mean for Us? August 5, 2016 U.S. Economy The U.S. economy limped along in the second quarter solely on consumer strength. Will that strength return for the third quarter and avoid a recession? Don’t hold your breath.
Back to the Housing Bubble July 27, 2016 Real Estate Ultralow interest rates, if kept around long enough, are going to result in distortions in capital markets ... and you need look no further than the housing market for proof.





