Month: January 2022

Tiny Or BIG Bubbles? Buffett Indicator, Shiller CAPE At Dangerous Levels Thanks To Fed And Their Champagne Policies

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by confoundedinterest17 The Federal Reserve Open Market Committee meeting should have a Lawrence Welk bubble machine operating, particularly for their announcements. When we look at the Buffett Indicator, we can see how The Federal Reserve’s loose monetary policies (or follycies) are driving up stocks to unsustainable levels that may not survive without The Fed’s “Do Ho … Read more

Fed Minutes Flag Chance of Earlier Hikes, Balance-Sheet Rundown (When Jay Powell Speaks, People Listen [Dow Drops, 10Y T-yield Increases])

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by confoundedinterest17 Federal Reserve officials said a strengthening economy and higher inflation could lead to earlier and faster interest-rate increases than previously expected, with some policy makers also favoring starting to shrink the balance sheet soon after. “Participants generally noted that, given their individual outlooks for the economy, the labor market, and inflation, it may … Read more

1, 2, 3, and 5 year Treasury yields close at their highest levels since the start of the pandemic. The rate hikes are coming.

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The market is now pricing in a >67% probability of the 1st Fed rate hike occurring in March. A month ago that probability was at 27%. pic.twitter.com/gSdiVgGbFh — Charlie Bilello (@charliebilello) January 6, 2022 pic.twitter.com/FyGD2vwFFi — Alastair (@StockBoardAsset) January 6, 2022 Australia is interesting as more is priced in as well & basically markets calling … Read more

Venmo, PayPal and Cash App will now have to report transactions totaling more than $600 to the IRS

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President Biden’s IRS is cracking down on payments made through third-party apps, requiring platforms like Venmo, PayPal and Cash App to report transactions if they exceed $600 in one year. The new reporting requirement will ensure that small businesses that receive payments through those apps are paying their fair share in taxes on them. Beginning … Read more

DC Lobbyist Industry could Collapse if Kazakhstan Falls. Putin Sending “Peace-Keeping” Forces

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To bolster US relations/trade, #Kazakhstan has paid millions (in)directly to DC lobbyists over past few years. They include RJI Capital Corporation, Hutton-Transcon Joint Venture, Latham & Watkins LLP, Greenberg Traurig, LLP, & Mercury Public Affairs, LLC. https://t.co/ggNkh9abuT — Matthew Schaaf (@schfm) December 15, 2021 https://twitter.com/N_Waters89/status/1478825981641113609 BREAKING 🚨 Moscow-led alliance to send 'peacekeeping forces' to protest-hit … Read more

Chrysler to go full electric, will no longer offer internal combustion vehicles

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Automaker Chrysler just announced plans to go completely electric by 2028, anticipating the release of its first electric vehicle by 2025. Chrysler announced the plans along with a new AI-enabled vehicle system powered by a battery that the company says can travel 350 to 400 miles per charge, as The Associated Press reported. https://www.wnd.com/2022/01/chrysler-go-full-electric-will-no-longer-offer-internal-combustion-vehicles/

China Is Tracking You Online. Yes, You.

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China is tracking you online—or potentially tracking you if it deems you a target. China’s censorship doesn’t end at the great firewall that circles the Chinese internet, it goes all around the world. It mostly targets ethnic Chinese, but not always. Watch this episode of China Uncensored for the intimate details China might have on … Read more

Chicago Teachers cancel school at last minute due to Omicron

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UPDATE ON 1/5 CLASSES: Due to the Chicago Teachers Union voting to not report to schools tomorrow, there will be no in-person or remote instruction for CPS students tomorrow, January 5th. All after school programs, athletic practices, and other events are also canceled. (1/2) pic.twitter.com/pOf3lznyUM — CPS – Chicago Public Schools (@ChiPubSchools) January 5, 2022 … Read more

Hillary Clinton Makes Major Accusation Against Joe Biden

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tElpXh00v_A Kyle Becker from Trending Politics reports, Hillary Clinton is back in the media spotlight again with a recent interview with NBC’s Willie Geist. The failed 2016 presidential candidate appeared to criticize radical Democrats for jeopardizing swing districts and the White House for not being ‘stable’ and ‘sane.’ Read More/Source/Credit/FairUse: https://trendingpolitics.com/hillary-…

Fauci Has Surprising Response to Teacher Unions Who Wants to Shut Down Schools Again

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPxlhso3bNM Landon Mion from Townhall reports, White House chief medical adviser Anthony Fauci on Sunday expressed support for children returning to classrooms following the holiday break, putting him at odds with some teachers unions who wish to keep schools closed because of what they see as safety concerns over the rise in cases. Read More/Source/Credit/FairUse: … Read more

EXACTLY Why Stocks are Falling

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With inflation going wild, many are still unable to pay their debt. The cost of goods is accelerating faster than their ability to earn. The real estate sector is on red alert. The U.S. consumer is maxed out. They need more stimulus in order to continue this economy. And of course, stocks need their artificial … Read more

China Scolds America for Celebrating New Year’s Eve a Year After Crowded Wuhan Bash

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China’s Global Times government newspaper condemned Americans in an article on Monday for “shouting, kissing, and dancing” on New Year’s Eve while much of China was under brutal coronavirus lockdowns – necessitated by the Communist Party’s poor handling of the pandemic. Scenes at the end of 2021 differed significantly on both sides of the planet … Read more