Goldman Sachs Raises US Recession Risk to 25%

Global investment bank Goldman Sachs has increased the likelihood of a U.S. recession within the next year to 25% from the previous 15%, although they maintain that the risk remains limited. Despite the recent rise in unemployment to its highest in nearly three years and a significant slowdown in hiring, Goldman economists, led by Jan … Read more

6 Indicators of Economic Trouble: Is a US Recession on the Horizon?

At the end of the week, U.S. equities experienced a sharp decline, which reverberated through the cryptocurrency market, reducing its value from $2.4 trillion to $2.09 trillion since July 29. Recently, discussions have intensified around the likelihood of an impending U.S. recession, with a soft landing seemingly off the table. Below are six distinct indicators … Read more

Macroeconomics Expert Predicts Hard Landing for US Economy

Despite recent positive economic indicators, investor and macroeconomics expert George Gammon foresees a hard landing for the U.S. economy. In an interview with Michelle Makori of Kitco News, Gammon pointed to several warning signs in the banking sector and the broader financial landscape. Banks See Economic Storm Clouds Ahead: George Gammon’s Warning Gammon explains that … Read more

Majority of Americans Believe US in Recession, Survey Shows

New research by Affirm reveals three in five Americans believe the U.S. is in a recession, though it’s not officially declared. A survey of 2,000 people shows inflation and rising living costs (68%) as the main reasons for this belief, followed by complaints from friends and family (50%), reduced spending by peers (36%), and difficulties … Read more

Coinbase Report: Crypto Market Shook by German BTC Sales; Recovery Expected by September Despite US Economic Slowdown

The third quarter of 2024 has been tumultuous for the crypto market, with significant selling pressures and regulatory uncertainties affecting bitcoin and other digital assets. Coinbase Institutional reports that indiscriminate selling by the German government and the Mt Gox Rehabilitation Trust repayments have contributed to market volatility. Coinbase Institutional Highlights Bitcoin Sales Impact on Crypto … Read more