by Daniel White | Oct 16, 2023 | Economy
Monday, October 16, 2023 It could be time to review your budget. For most of the pandemic, Uncle Sam figured out ways to keep Americans spending. You probably remember. The stimulus packages kept spending strong, companies happy, employment high, and interest rates...
by Daniel White | Oct 9, 2023 | Economy
Monday, October 9, 2023 President Biden is seeking reelection, so the “good news” push is on. For example, his top advisors say the president has had many economic successes since he took office. They claim Mr. Biden’s policies, dubbed “Bidenomics,” have created...
by Daniel White | Oct 2, 2023 | Economy
Monday, October 2, 2023 For the last 100 years or so, the U.S. equity market has returned about 9% annually. But that doesn’t mean it will do the same for the next 100 years. Of course, investment fund marketers say history will repeat itself. But I’m not so sure....
by Daniel White | Sep 25, 2023 | Economy
Monday, September 25, 2023 For all who say and think America is headed for the trash heap, take solace – the U.S. is still the most desirable place by several measures. For instance, our $25.5 trillion in gross domestic product (GDP) last year accounted for a quarter...
by Daniel White | Sep 18, 2023 | Economy
Monday, September 18, 2023 U.S. credit card debt just topped $1 trillion for the first time ever. Balances grew by $45 billion in the second quarter alone, according to the Federal Reserve. On top of that, credit card delinquencies hit an 11-year high, meaning...