Category: Economy
‘Stool Pigeons’ Turn on Trump
One by one, Trump’s closest allies are turning on him. And what’s worse is that the US economy is looking shakier than ever. How bad can things get?
Trump’s War with the Fed
Trump seems to be at war with everyone. But right now, his main adversary is the Federal Reserve, which has defied Trump by raising interest rates.
How the Deep State Impeaches Trump
Trump believes he’s invulnerable and nothing can touch him. But it all depends on the economy. Here’s what could happen if it goes sour.
What the Humble Coho Salmon Can Teach Us
The economic cycle starts with rapid growth — a bull run. That’s what we’ve been experiencing in New Zealand for over a decade.
How Bill Clinton’s Fed Twisted the Economy
Trump is at odds with the Federal Reserve for raising interest rates. But, really, this is an old problem that first started with Clinton and Greenspan.
Everything Is Going Digital in China
In many respects, China is far more digital than the West. Their ecommerce industry is just as big, and potentially more important.
Do MPs Deserve $296,007 Per Year?
MPs make $175,000-plus. Is it deserved? On one hand, many MPs make huge sacrifices to serve in a public capacity. But as a question of economics, should our politicians earn what they earn?
With Tears in Their Eyes, They Fired…
Have you heard of Michel Ney? He was a soldier who fought during the Napoleonic Wars. This is a fascinating portrait of how he lived and how he died.
MAGA: Mission Accomplished?
Trump has made America great again. Or has he? Let’s look at the debt and inflation figures that the White House would prefer to keep hidden.
The Final Five: Making Sense of New Zealand’s Economy
The Kiwi market is full of mansions and Maseratis. Perma-bulls love to point them out as evidence of a healthy market, but that only works if you ignore the rest of the picture.
Here’s What Five Indicators Tell About New Zealand Today
The economy is a tricky thing to grasp. That’s why we have economists, right? Well, as a classically-trained economist, I’ve got a little secret to tell you…
Why America Hasn’t Had a Raise in Forty Years
Believe it or not, the wage of the average American has risen by only 13 cents an hour annually since the beginning of this century. Here’s why.
The S-Word: How Today’s Proletariat Could Find Justice
The modern villain isn’t the bayonet-clad commie; it’s the rich fat cat on Wall Street. It’s old money. It’s the one percent.
Turkey: A Glimpse of America’s Future
Right now, Turkey is sinking under a crushing wave of bad debt and lousy credit. This is an ominous warning for America’s own lack of fiscal discipline.
Time Not in Your Favour? Look Out for These Opportunities
Start saving and invest early on! This means nothing if you’re on the final lap of your investing career. What can you do when time is not in your favour?