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Fed's Beige Book: "Economic activity rose slightly"

Calculated Risk

Fed's Beige Book Economic activity rose slightly in most Districts. Though growth in economic activity was generally small, expectations for growth rose moderately across most geographies and sectors. Three regions exhibited modest or moderate growth that offset flat or slightly declining activity in two others.

Economics 278
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“Nobody Knows Anything,” Wall Street Strategist Edition

The Big Picture

This is true about equity and bond markets, specific company stocks, and economic data series. Random events can and will completely derail the best laid plans we may make. A regular theme around these parts is “ Nobody Knows Anything. ” Specifically, nobody knows what will happen in the future.

Banking 345
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What Are the Best & Worst-Case Tariff Scenarios?

The Big Picture

The US remains the global economic, military, and political leader. Later in the year, encouraged by improving CPI data and minimal economic disruption, the FOMC resumes its rate-cutting regime. Some damage gets done to the US economy and trade relations. We have sticky, stubborn stagflation, a very unpleasant economic scenario.

Economics 315
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15 Recession-Proof Businesses That Thrive in Any Economy

Clever Girl Finance

Recession-proof businesses are more than just smart, they’re essential when economic uncertainty hits. But while the economy slows, certain businesses remain steady, and some even thrive. But while the economy slows, certain businesses remain steady, and some even thrive. Financial planning services 12.

Economy 69
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Market Commentary: S&P 500 Approaching All-Time High but US Economic Momentum Slowing

Carson Wealth

The index started with just 12 companies, representing major segments of the economy at the time, like leather, steel, and sugar. Congrats again to the Dow on an amazing run and to all the investors over the years who have benefited by sticking to their investment plans. That’s why the unemployment rate remained unchanged at 4.2%.

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Q&A: Your Money Map

The Big Picture

These days, turning on the TV to get the latest news about the markets and the economy can be enough to send anyone into panic mode. The second section of your book focuses on Bad Numbers, or in other words, misleading numbers that could drive the economy, the markets and ultimately, your investments. What are some examples?

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Market Timing vs. Time in the Market

Zoe Financial

Smart Investing: Focus On Your Longterm Financial Goals Its imperative to begin the investment process with a clear idea of your goals and the time frame for your financial plan to accomplish them. Opinions expressed by Zoe Financial are based on economic or market conditions at the time this material was written.