Category: Economy
A Dying Dragon: 7 Signs of China’s Impending Doom
To our north, a dragon is dying. The Chinese machine is grinding to a halt…much to the surprise — and chagrin — of economists.
What the French Could Teach AOC…
Proponents typically look to Europe for guidance. They see Denmark, Sweden, and Norway and believe ‘soft socialism’ isn’t so bad.
Kylie Jenner: The Myth of a ‘Self-Made’ Billionaire
It might be hard for Kylie Jenner to find a reason to pout as her net worth has recently eclipsed the ten-digit mark. It’s a feat that few have achieved…and much fewer in their 20s.
Trump’s Real Motivation to End the Trade War
We never expected the president to go Full Retard on his trade war. Instead, we thought he would settle the issue…as he did the trade war with Canada and Mexico…in some ongoing, negotiated mush.
Why You Shouldn’t Buy the Robo-Car Hype
There is no doubt we are seeing a big revolution in transport. There is the electric car…autonomous driving…ride shares…As more people move into cities, we could see many starting to forgo owning a car.
A Dairy Shockwave in March Could Pop Our Property Bubble
As I watch news of the Australian economy and property market tanking, I worry about our little patch in New Zealand. We’ve had a good run, and we’ve become complacent.
My Answers to Your Most Urgent Questions
I’ve been thoroughly entertained and enlightened by the personal emails you’ve sent me…Today, we’ll highlight a few of my favourites…
How the Feds Socialised American Capitalism
Already, America’s medical system — 17% of the economy — is largely socialised. So is the education system — another 7.3%. And don’t forget Social Security.
The Donald Is More Powerful than Interest Rates
Right now, two things are making Trump upset. Higher interest rates and a strong dollar. Both of which are conveniently out of his control.
What the Forex Guys Know About Brexit That the Rest of Us Don’t
Amongst my finance colleagues, I was one of the few that thought Brexit was a good idea. The EU has been a dead zone for growth. Last year, the US grew more than twice as fast as the EU
The Disappearance of the American Conservative
The economy is no better than it was under Barack Obama. And that ‘blazing’ growth? It’s actually less than the growth rate through the Great Depression!
Graphene Could Be A Game Changer
In the recent Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, we saw some cool stuff like foldable phones. But, there was also something interesting from the Institute of Photonic Sciences.
180-Degree Turn: This is Why Foldable Screens Are Trending
For investors, mobile technology is one development you simply can’t ignore. Today, I’d like to brief you on an incredible trend that’s going to arrive THIS YEAR.