Could the U.S. Default on its Debt?

Could the U.S. Default on its Debt?

by | Mar 16, 2026 | Economy

Monday, March 16, 2026 Our government has been on an insane spending spree ever since the pandemic, borrowing $22 trillion and doubling the national debt in six years. Even after Republicans gained control of Congress and the presidency, the deficits continued. We’re...
Markets Might Be Open For 23 Hours Every Day

Markets Might Be Open For 23 Hours Every Day

by | Feb 8, 2026 | Economy

Monday, February 9, 2026 Pretty soon you might be able to make a stock trade at almost any time. Late last year, the NASDAQ Stock Exchange asked regulators to approve an overnight trading session from 9 p.m. to 4 a.m. The exchange already allows pre-market trading...
Why is the Market Still Up?

Why is the Market Still Up?

by | Sep 15, 2025 | Economy

Monday, September 22, 2025 We’re in September, and talk about a disconnect. Why is the market near or making new all-time highs with all these negative things swirling? Well, one reason could be American companies are buying their own stocks at a record pace. These...
America’s Credit Problem

America’s Credit Problem

by | Sep 11, 2025 | Economy

Monday, September 15, 2025 Lower interest rates can’t come soon enough for the average American. When Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell hinted at a possible interest rate cut soon, there was a collective sigh of relief. Powell has avoided cutting rates too...
The Federal Reserve Is Caught in a Trap

The Federal Reserve Is Caught in a Trap

by | Sep 4, 2025 | Economy

Monday, September 8, 2025 It’s well known the Federal Reserve has a dual mandate guiding its actions and policy decisions. It aims to maintain price stability and inflation across the U.S. economy along with keeping robust employment levels. But the Fed is...