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The Strategic Advantage of Neutrality in Business Deals: Why Third-Party Facilitation Matters More Than Ever
Neutral third-party facilitators help finalize deals fairly, efficiently, and with less risk for all sides.
Mar 203 min read

War, Economics, and the Unseen Hands of Power: The Cycle We Refuse to Break
War fuels profits while people pay the price. Smedley Butler warned us—are we listening? The war machine never sleeps. #WarIsARacket
Mar 114 min read

Economic Reality Insight (ERI): February 2025 – Is the Labor Market Cracking?
ERI rises to 0.285 as hiring slows and unemployment climbs to 4.1%. Is the economy approaching a breaking point?
Mar 73 min read

The February Employment Report: A Labor Market at a Crossroads
February's labor market data reveals a complex picture—ADP signals a slowdown, BLS shows resilience. What does it mean for the economy?
Mar 74 min read


The New Trade Shock: How Trump’s Tariffs Could Fuel Inflation and Reshape Global Markets
Trump’s tariffs on Canada & Mexico could fuel inflation, disrupt energy markets, and reshape trade. What’s the real cost of protectionism?
Mar 64 min read


A Labor Market in Transition: What the ADP February Report Tells Us About the Economy
The February ADP National Employment Report reveals a sharp decline in private-sector job growth, with only 77,000 jobs added
Mar 54 min read


The Fragile Expansion: What February’s PMI Signals About Manufacturing and the Economy
February’s ISM Manufacturing PMI® reveals a fragile expansion, with new orders contracting, employment declining, and inflation surging...
Mar 43 min read


The New Trade War: Trump’s Tariff Strategy and Its Economic Consequences
Trump’s renewed tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and the EU threaten global trade stability, raising costs, disrupting supply chains, and.....
Mar 35 min read


Alexander Brown: America’s First Investment Banker and His Lasting Impact on Finance
Alexander Brown, America’s first investment banker, pioneered trade finance, infrastructure investment, and global market strategies.
Feb 275 min read


The Private Credit Push: Why Big Banks Are Taking on More Risk and What It Means for the Economy
JPMorgan's $50B push into private credit signals a major shift in banking. What does this mean for risk, regulation, and the economy?
Feb 265 min read


The Bond Market's Warning: Falling Yields, Stubborn Inflation, and the Economic Reality Insight (ERI)
Falling bond yields signal slowing U.S. growth, persistent inflation, and Fed uncertainty. Is the economy heading toward stagflation?
Feb 254 min read


The Shifting Global Order: What Europe’s Defense Realignment Means for the U.S. Economy and Global Stability
Europe’s defense spending surge could reshape global power dynamics—what does this mean for the U.S. economy and global stability?
Feb 245 min read


China’s Retreat from U.S. Treasuries: A Warning for the Yield Curve and the Federal Reserve
China’s retreat from U.S. Treasuries signals rising borrowing costs and Fed constraints. Is the U.S. facing a debt crisis?
Feb 214 min read


The Chocolate Crunch: How the Global Cocoa Shortage is Impacting U.S. and Canadian Consumers
A global cocoa shortage is pushing chocolate prices higher, forcing manufacturers to cut costs and alter ingredients.
Feb 164 min read


Is Inflation Stuck? Why the Fed May Be Trapped by Its Own Policies
With manufacturing expanding and CPI rising, can the Fed afford to cut rates? Economic reality suggests they may have no choice but to wait.
Feb 122 min read


Economic Reality Insight (ERI): January 2025 – A Fragile Stability or the Next Economic Shock?
The economy looks stable—but is it? Our latest ERI report uncovers warning signs eerily similar to past crashes. Full breakdown inside.
Feb 74 min read


Smart Vehicle Ownership: A Guide to Buying, Financing, and Maintaining Your Car for Maximum Financial Security
Smart vehicle ownership starts with informed decisions. Learn how to buy, finance, and maintain your car for financial security and savings.
Jan 154 min read

The Darien Scheme: A Cautionary Tale of Speculative Risk and Economic Fragility
Discover the Darien Scheme, Scotland’s bold financial gamble in Panama, and the timeless lessons it teaches about risk and diversification."
Jan 124 min read

Enki Recession Index (ERI): December 2024 Analysis
(ERI) holds steady at 0.614, underscoring a precarious balance between resilience and recessionary pressures.
Jan 102 min read

Understanding Good Faith Violations: A Fundamental Rule of Trading Discipline
Good faith violations can disrupt your trading and lead to account restrictions. Learn what they are, why they happen, and how to avoid them
Dec 27, 20244 min read
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