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Changes in Global Wealth 2021

The Big Picture

The actual data had some very interesting highlights, including some ginormous numbers: -Global Wealth: $463.6 trillion (end of 2021). Annual average gains: +6.6% (Avg 2001-2021). The post Changes in Global Wealth 2021 appeared first on The Big Picture. Increase versus 2020: +9.8%. Wealth per adult: $87,489.

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Lessons of “Number Go Up”

The Big Picture

Recently, a post utterly perplexed me: “One doesn’t get a favorable impression of crypto from Number Go Up but in fact one doesn’t learn much about crypto at all. Thus, I was entertained by Number Go Up , but didn’t learn much.” Because Number Go Up technology means it’s going higher! Jury is still out.

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FDIC: Number of Problem Banks Increased in Q1 2024

Calculated Risk

From the FDIC: The number of banks on the FDIC’s “Problem Bank List” increased from 52 to 63. This graph from the FDIC shows the number of problem banks and assets at problem institutions. This graph from the FDIC shows the number of problem banks and assets at problem institutions. Total assets held by problem banks rose $15.8

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HVS: Q1 2025 Homeownership and Vacancy Rates

Calculated Risk

This survey might show the trend, but I wouldn't rely on the absolute numbers. Once again - this probably shows the general trend, but I wouldn't rely on the absolute numbers. in 2021 and 2022 and at the highest level since 2018. However, there are serious questions about the accuracy of this survey. in Q1 from 6.9%

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The Number of Climate Funds Out There Has Exploded

Wealth Management

At the end of last year, there were a record 1,206 mutual funds and exchange-traded funds globally with a climate-related focus, up from 950 at the end of 2021.

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Schedule for Week of December 18, 2021

Calculated Risk

Any number below 50 indicates that more builders view sales conditions as poor than good. -- Tuesday, December 20th -- 8:30 AM: Housing Starts for November. The consensus is for a reading of 33, unchanged from 33. This graph shows single and multi-family housing starts since 1968.

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AAR: October Rail Combined Carloads and Intermodal Highest Since June 2021

Calculated Risk

railroads averaged 499,331 per week in October 2023, the most for any month since June 2021 — a span of 28 months. Carloads in 2021, 2022 and 2022: Total originated carloads on U.S. Combined originated carloads and intermodal units on U.S. emphasis added Click on graph for larger image. railroads (not including the U.S.

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