market with us now to break it all down. The author himself, Mike Wilson, Morgan Stanley CIO and chief US equity strategist. He had a 6,500 initial target on the S&P 500 this year, just a little bit below the median of 6,600.So, we have done a little bit better than that, but I think this this idea, Mike, that you're always some great bear is incorrect. You have a pretty bullish target on this year. We're going to surp than below it.What do you see then for 2026. >> Hey Brian, how are you. I think uh you kn ...

Fed governor Stephen Miran and New York Fed President John Williams say they are not worried about inflation. ...

Core Insights - The holiday shopping season is impacted by high tariffs on imported goods, leading to increased prices and cautious consumer spending [2][4][5] - Retailers are adjusting their product offerings to focus on more profitable items and are experiencing a shift in consumer purchasing behavior [3][6] Group 1: Retail Impact - The Ah Louis Store has transformed into a holiday destination but faces challenges in converting browsers into buyers due to economic factors [1][2] - Retailers are noticing a trend of customers opting for less expensive gift options, indicating a shift towards cautious spending [3][5] - The Gallup index reflecting consumer sentiment has dropped to a 17-month low, with holiday gift budgets decreasing by $229 from October to November [5] Group 2: Tariff Effects on Specific Categories - Toys and games are particularly affected by tariffs, with price increases ranging from 5% to 20% for 80% of inventory, impacting consumer purchasing decisions [7][9] - Consumer electronics, primarily sourced from China, have seen price adjustments due to tariffs, with Best Buy adapting its inventory to attract lower-income shoppers [10][11] - Jewelry prices are rising due to the increasing cost of gold and varying tariff rates, with potential future increases anticipated if tariffs remain in place [13][15] Group 3: Holiday Decorations and Strategic Shopping - Holiday decorations, largely imported from overseas, have also seen price increases due to tariffs, with specific items like red berry stems rising from $8.95 to $10.95 [16][17] - Consumers are advised to consider secondhand stores and discount retailers to avoid tariff-related price hikes, as these outlets often sell leftover stock [18]

picked up to 0.71% YoY in November from 0.25% in October, driven by persistent food price deflation and weak core inflation. Most economists said headline inflation appears to have bottomed out in October on account of lower food prices and one-time GST cut adjustment and expect it to inch up but will be below RBI’s 4% medium-term target. RBI has cut the repo rate by 125 bps since the easing cycle began in February stating that it is to support growth as inflation remained benign.WHY A PAUSE NOW? , on the ...

Key Points You may be worried about your finances as the new year approaches. Factors working against you could include a stingy Social Security COLA, Medicare increases, and continuing inflation. Going back to work could improve your financial picture. The $23,760 Social Security bonus most retirees completely overlook › For many older Americans, 2026 is shaping up to be a financially challenging year. If you're worried about being able to cover your bills in the new year, one thing it pays to ...

There are a wide range of predictions for what the US economy could look like next year. A recent article in Barron’s projected domestic GDP growth around 2% and rising inflation that peaks around 3.3% next summer. The “The One Big Beautiful Bill” that wasI have been involved in the financial world for over 20 years with experience as an advisor, teacher, and writer. I am a full believer in the free-market system and that financial markets are efficient with most stocks reflecting their real current value. ...

Steve Leeman is here at Post9 with the numbers. And Steve, this question about how inflation is impacting holiday spending. >> We're calling it inflation the red-nosed reindeer.How it's really leading spending. Uh it's factoring heavily into consumers views on spending this holiday season. The All-American Economic Survey finding it's affecting where people choose to shop and of course how much.Of the thousands people surveyed across the nation, uh here are some of the results you can see there. 61% say the ...

There are only two ways to make money. You either create value or you print money to steal value from everyone else. In this episode, I'm joined by Ellen Armstrong aka Pastor Coin to discuss why our modern money system isn't just broken, it's built on a lie. We explore why printing money is actually a spiritual violation of your time and energy and why holding Bitcoin is the only way to align yourself with the truth. And we also asked the most dangerous question. If the government is stealing from you throu ...

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به نام خدا سلام عرض می‌کنم صبح عالی همه عزیزان بخیر باشه انشاءالله تشکر می‌کنم از دستندکاران این رویداد و ارائه خودم م و در واقع در خدمت شما هستم تحت عنوان حجم نقدینگی آن چیزی که در امروز می‌خوام خدمت عزیزان عرض کنم قسمتی از کتابیست که اخیراً نوشتم امیدوارم که مورد توجه قرار بگیره بحث بحث اقتصادیست اما در طی این بحث ما به اینجا می‌رسیم که افزایش نقدینگی، حجم نقدینگی و خلق نقدینگی آیا به خلق ایده و تفکر منتج میشه الزاماً یا نه؟ بر همین اساس تعریف می‌کنیم اول حجم نقدینگی چیه؟ دو سه تا از مفاهیم در واقع اقتصاد ...