March 31, 2022
“In February, 4.4 million people quit their jobs, according to data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and a whopping 6.7 million people were hired into new roles. Workers, not employers, have the upper-hand right now, and many are taking advantage… Continue Reading…
March 29, 2022
“Part of the Treasury yield curve has inverted, a strong signal that nervy investors are bracing for a US recession. Yields on short-term government debt are surging in a global bond rout as expectations rise of central banks responding to… Continue Reading…
March 29, 2022
“In India, roadside restaurateurs are halving their palm oil use and moving into steamed snacks. Bakers in Ivory Coast want to cut the size of their standard baguette. Sandwiches from U.S. fast-food stalls are headed for fewer slices of bacon,… Continue Reading…
March 25, 2022
“EDITOR’S NOTE: It almost goes without saying that rising fuel costs will likely drive up the cost of anything that relies on transportation. As much of a no-brainer as this seems, many people are still not making the connection. If a… Continue Reading…
March 23, 2022
“Even though they’re still flush with cash from the booming market, wealthier people are increasingly worried about the economy, especially inflation. What’s happening: In March, consumer confidence dropped 7.2% for those earning more than $100,000 — a much larger dip than… Continue Reading…
March 23, 2022
“The headlines about high oil and gas prices seem far away from products like plastic wrap or lawn fertilizer. In reality, though, these everyday items need hydrocarbons to get made, and all across the supply chain, the struggle is on… Continue Reading…
March 23, 2022
“The Nebraska Department of Agriculture (NDA) announced on Tuesday that it has confirmed a case of the highly contagious bird flu in a commercial flock of 570,000 broiler chickens and that the birds will be “humanely depopulated and disposed of.” NDA, in conjunction with… Continue Reading…
March 22, 2022
“ EDITOR’S NOTE: Signs of inflation were beginning to appear in 2020, long before the CPI had even breached the 2% target level. Yet, hardly anybody considered inflation a real threat. Fast forward to today, three critical recessionary signs are flashing… Continue Reading…
March 22, 2022
“ EDITOR’S NOTE: Eleven months ago, CPI inflation hit a “shocking” 4.2%. The Fed called it “transitory,” while Treasury Secretary (and former Fed Chair) Janet Yellen said that the CPI would drop to around 3% by the end of this… Continue Reading…
March 21, 2022
“Just over half, 51% of Americans say they are likely to look for a new job in the next 12 months, according to a recent Bankrate survey of 2,449 adults. Post pandemic, among workers’ key priorities are higher pay (52%), flexible work hours (43%), and the ability… Continue Reading…
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